Electric boat trailer winch

[jmoneilthe2]

I am looking to purchase an electric winch on my 1992 GW Seafarer 22’s Venture trailer and hoping for some suggestions. Hopefully one that won’t break the bank.
Thanks

 

[DennisG01]

Powerwinch is pretty much the most popular - Dutton, Reese are other good brands.

There's nothing too special here - just make sure it's rated for your boat weight, or more.

You can go cheaper if you want, but you know how that can go.

 

[DennisG01]

Oh, the good thing you have going for you is it's not a heavy boat - so that will help keep the price down.

Can you power load (engine under power) at your ramp? If so, at least keep some engine power on - which will make hand winching easier. And that's free!

 

[Ekea]

unless you are physically unable to hand winch, i would stick with that. the simplicity and reliability of a hand winch makes it the clear winner in my book

 

[family affair]

unless you are physically unable to hand winch, i would stick with that. the simplicity and reliability of a hand winch makes it the clear winner in my book

I'll second this. Had a trailer with a power winch. Total PIA.
If only someone made one where a battery drill could attach.

 

[DennisG01]

I'll second this. Had a trailer with a power winch. Total PIA.
If only someone made one where a battery drill could attach.

Could probably easily make an adapter to fit where the manual handle normally attaches. Never tried it - not sure how much torque would be needed