I'm having a hard time making up my mind here.. can anyone convince me one way or the other?
http://www.warn.com/truck/winches/src/M8000.shtml
http://www.superwinch.com/p/tiger-shark-9500-9500-lbs-12v
TS9500
Pros:
Cons:
M8000
Pros:
Cons:
http://www.warn.com/truck/winches/src/M8000.shtml
http://www.superwinch.com/p/tiger-shark-9500-9500-lbs-12v
TS9500
Pros:
- Higher load rating
- Stainless roller fairlead
- Lower amp draw at max load (340 amps at 9500lb, vs 435 amps at 8000 for the M8000)
- Cheaper ($357 shipped vs $500 after rebate)
- Sealed contactor solenoid
Cons:
- Hasn't been around as long as the M8000
- 2 Year Warranty
- Can't be used with a synthetic rope(per manufacturer)
M8000
Pros:
- Made in the USA
- Lifetime Warranty on Mechanical Components, 1 year on Electrical
- Has been around for a long time
- 5' longer rope
- Faster line speed: No load, 30 vs 20 fpm. Both are about the same at max load, but the Superwinch is probably faster at 8000 lbs.
- Sealed contactor solenoid
Cons:
- Expensive
- Lower pull rating
- Higher amp draw at load