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MudRebel · 12-30-2011, 10:01 PM

Ok ive been asking around a lot lately about different things, but hey thats why i came here..To learn more about honda atvs & aftermarket accessories, and i really appreciate all the help.

I have a 3000lb winch that i bought from tractor supply and was wondering how i could make it all waterproof? I don't think its waterproof already (not sure) but I want to make it waterproof since i go mudding alot, so anyone got any solutions..? Here is a link to see the winch i have -- Champion Power Equipment 3,000 lb. Winch Kit - 1834096 | Tractor Supply Company

Also, I am interested in ordering some blue lights for my rancher and don't know what to get. Im looking at these lights on motosport and was wondering whats the difference between the first 6 choices for the putco premium halogen bulbs.. Here is another link to see -- Utility ATV Bulbs for your 2008 Honda RANCHER 420 4X4 | Motosport
As you can see on the website there are 6 lights that I'm interested in but i dont know whats the difference between all of them. There is a PUTCO PREMIUM HALOGEN BULB 893, PUTCO PREMIUM HALOGEN BULB H40/BA20D, PUTCO PREMIUM HALOGEN BULB H10, PUTCO PREMIUM HALOGEN BULB 881, PUTCO PREMIUM HALOGEN BULB 880, and PUTCO PREMIUM HALOGEN BULB H4.
Now, as you probably notice, Im confused because they all look the same in the picture except 1, but they all have same name but a different number (H10, H40/BA20D, 893, H4, and ect..)
The reason I ask, is because i want to choose from those 6 choices and get the best blue bulb thats the brightest and overall the best bulb lol. (Good color, works good, and the brightest one so i can see better)

Thanks for any help. I hope im not confusing anyone else.

lop3r1 · 12-30-2011, 11:17 PM

dude, you gotta take your existing bulbs out to see what they are. 883's are different from 880's. and h4's are different from h10's. you understand? and as far as your winch goes...well, if it doesn't say "fully sealed", then you just use 'em til' they quit. i don't know of any winch sealing secrets.

h22ate · 12-30-2011, 11:31 PM

Well as for the winch it doesnt say anything about being waterproof. So if it isnt the best thing I could tell you.... Take off as many bolts as you can to safely get it some what apart and seal everything up with RTV and put a generous amount or dielectric grease around the motor and all connections.

For the bulb thing. Those are just generic "stock" photos,.... not the actual bulb that is mentioned. I do believe you would have to do a retrofit to get something good.
As a referance this is the bulb thats in your machine..
SKU: 34901-HP5-600
BULB, HEADLIGHT (12V 30/30W) (Honda Code 8550725)

**toodeep** · 12-31-2011, 01:01 AM

I would leave the winch for awhile and then tear it apart. You should be able to see the problem areas after it's been dunked a few times. The end piece probably has a gasket or a lip built in so it should be pretty water resistant. The gears should be greased enough to keep the crap out for a while. It's a good idea to take it apart once or twice a year just to check it out and re grease everything (think of it as service work like changing your oil).

MudRebel · 12-31-2011, 10:07 AM

Ok, I see what you all mean about the bulbs and for sealing the winch regularly like changing oil.

redneckdude120 · 12-31-2011, 11:19 AM

i have the same winch and it has been dunked under water and mud several times and i have never had a problem out of it. its still working great.

h22ate · 12-31-2011, 09:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by redneckdude120

i have the same winch and it has been dunked under water and mud several times and i have never had a problem out of it. its still working great.

And chances are tractor supply will help you out if something goes wrong.

SWebb · 01-06-2012, 09:59 PM

After reading this i just installed a winch on mine and is there any particular type of grease need for long life to grease gears?

h22ate · 01-06-2012, 10:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SWebb

After reading this i just installed a winch on mine and is there any particular type of grease need for long life to grease gears?

No, that shouldnt be necesary. Superwinch is a sealed winch and doesnt require it.

SWebb · 01-08-2012, 02:57 PM

Sweet deal.That is why I ask my people on here.Thank you all.

12-30-2011, 10:01 PM	#1 (permalink)
MudRebel Honda Rider Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Northeast Arkansas Posts: 83	I got 2 questions here..? Ok ive been asking around a lot lately about different things, but hey thats why i came here..To learn more about honda atvs & aftermarket accessories, and i really appreciate all the help. I have a 3000lb winch that i bought from tractor supply and was wondering how i could make it all waterproof? I don't think its waterproof already (not sure) but I want to make it waterproof since i go mudding alot, so anyone got any solutions..? Here is a link to see the winch i have -- Champion Power Equipment 3,000 lb. Winch Kit - 1834096 \| Tractor Supply Company Also, I am interested in ordering some blue lights for my rancher and don't know what to get. Im looking at these lights on motosport and was wondering whats the difference between the first 6 choices for the putco premium halogen bulbs.. Here is another link to see -- Utility ATV Bulbs for your 2008 Honda RANCHER 420 4X4 \| Motosport As you can see on the website there are 6 lights that I'm interested in but i dont know whats the difference between all of them. There is a PUTCO PREMIUM HALOGEN BULB 893, PUTCO PREMIUM HALOGEN BULB H40/BA20D, PUTCO PREMIUM HALOGEN BULB H10, PUTCO PREMIUM HALOGEN BULB 881, PUTCO PREMIUM HALOGEN BULB 880, and PUTCO PREMIUM HALOGEN BULB H4. Now, as you probably notice, Im confused because they all look the same in the picture except 1, but they all have same name but a different number (H10, H40/BA20D, 893, H4, and ect..) The reason I ask, is because i want to choose from those 6 choices and get the best blue bulb thats the brightest and overall the best bulb lol. (Good color, works good, and the brightest one so i can see better) Thanks for any help. I hope im not confusing anyone else. __________________ 2008 Honda Rancher 420 (4WD)

12-30-2011, 11:17 PM	#2 (permalink)
lop3r1 Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: gulfport, mississippi Posts: 857	dude, you gotta take your existing bulbs out to see what they are. 883's are different from 880's. and h4's are different from h10's. you understand? and as far as your winch goes...well, if it doesn't say "fully sealed", then you just use 'em til' they quit. i don't know of any winch sealing secrets. __________________ 07 foreman s camo 2" hl lift 1" hl wheel spacers 27" outlaws epi/hl outlaw clutch kit hmf utility, uni filter, dynojet kit 3000lb superwinch triangle snorkel kit herculiner on racks/front bumper custom front recovery point

12-30-2011, 11:31 PM	#3 (permalink)
h22ate Super Moderator Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: SW, Pennsylvania Posts: 6,064	Well as for the winch it doesnt say anything about being waterproof. So if it isnt the best thing I could tell you.... Take off as many bolts as you can to safely get it some what apart and seal everything up with RTV and put a generous amount or dielectric grease around the motor and all connections. For the bulb thing. Those are just generic "stock" photos,.... not the actual bulb that is mentioned. I do believe you would have to do a retrofit to get something good. As a referance this is the bulb thats in your machine.. SKU: 34901-HP5-600 BULB, HEADLIGHT (12V 30/30W) (Honda Code 8550725) __________________ 08 Rubicon ‚——P--;===±--= <- !‚–’¯ƒ¹¶ http://youtu.be/U71bn4ZF4K0

12-31-2011, 10:07 AM	#5 (permalink)
MudRebel Honda Rider Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Northeast Arkansas Posts: 83	Ok, I see what you all mean about the bulbs and for sealing the winch regularly like changing oil. __________________ 2008 Honda Rancher 420 (4WD)

12-31-2011, 11:19 AM	#6 (permalink)
redneckdude120 Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Gordon, Georgia Posts: 782	i have the same winch and it has been dunked under water and mud several times and i have never had a problem out of it. its still working great. __________________ 2005 Honda Rubicon 500 27" Vampires on stock wheels HMF Performance Snorkeled Diamond Plate Bash Plate Strong Made CV Boot Guards Summit 3500lb Synthetic Winch Highlifter 2" lift kit Rhino-lined racks and bumper Custom bumper

12-31-2011, 01:01 AM	#4 (permalink)
toodeep Administrator Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: south dakota Posts: 6,652	I would leave the winch for awhile and then tear it apart. You should be able to see the problem areas after it's been dunked a few times. The end piece probably has a gasket or a lip built in so it should be pretty water resistant. The gears should be greased enough to keep the crap out for a while. It's a good idea to take it apart once or twice a year just to check it out and re grease everything (think of it as service work like changing your oil).

01-06-2012, 09:59 PM	#8 (permalink)
SWebb Honda Lover Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: LaGrange Georgia Posts: 313	After reading this i just installed a winch on mine and is there any particular type of grease need for long life to grease gears? __________________ 2012 Honda Rancher A.K.A (SWAMP GRAVY) 28" outlaws Skinny/Wide Sti Hd2 12" Rims White Body Kit Swing arm skid plate Superwinch 3000 Cycle Country cv boot guards K&N Filter 2003 HONDA TRX90 Soon to find more options Last edited by SWebb; 01-06-2012 at 09:59 PM. Reason: wrong speeling

01-08-2012, 02:57 PM	#10 (permalink)
SWebb Honda Lover Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: LaGrange Georgia Posts: 313	Sweet deal.That is why I ask my people on here.Thank you all. __________________ 2012 Honda Rancher A.K.A (SWAMP GRAVY) 28" outlaws Skinny/Wide Sti Hd2 12" Rims White Body Kit Swing arm skid plate Superwinch 3000 Cycle Country cv boot guards K&N Filter 2003 HONDA TRX90 Soon to find more options

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