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Bronco Chat => General Discussion => Topic started by: JustaFordGuy on January 09, 2017, 12:59:13 PM

Title: Synthetic which rope
Post by: JustaFordGuy on January 09, 2017, 12:59:13 PM

Anyone else running synthetic rope on their winch? I just switched. I haven't used it yet but it sure was easier to handle while spooling it up.

Title: Re: Synthetic which rope
Post by: lonesouth on January 10, 2017, 09:11:01 AM

I've thought about it for the weight savings and ease of use, but no more often than I use my winch, I feel the money would be better spent elsewhere.  Since the synthetic rope degrades over time, I'd likely replace it due to age and never due to use.

Title: Re: Synthetic which rope
Post by: JustaFordGuy on January 10, 2017, 09:52:11 AM

I wonder if there is a UV protectant that could be sprayed on it to make it last longer? Maybe 303 AeroSpace? It's good stuff, I use it on my RV. I would need to make sure it doesn't hurt the rope fibers.

Title: Re: Synthetic which rope
Post by: lonesouth on January 10, 2017, 02:17:49 PM

I imagine running a winch cover would go a long way.