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I went with Warn for a few reasons even though years ago I bought a Ramsey RE-8000 that was at the time the best electric for rated pulling power but a pain to design into modern bumpers due to the worm drive system that made it so solid yet not an easy mounting system as most use now.



I bought a Warn 9.5TI Multi Mount initially for the portability of using it for more then one vehicle as well as both ends.

I have the Warn Quick Connect Plugs on my Truck and both Hummers and switched thru their Power Solenoid Interupt Kit so noone can play around with the winch or plug power as it is de-energized until I switch it on inside. Works great for boosting someone as well and controlling isolation as soon as their vehicle has charge up and started. Always nice to show that Hummer Owners help out <img src='http://www.canadianhummerclub.com/forum ... iggrin.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />

I made my own Booster Cable end using the 90" Quick Connect Power Cable made for the front of a vehicle an put a set of Procore solid copper HD 800 Amp clamps on the terminal end. Makes a neat easy to bundle up coil easy to store and have handy for boosting without having to open the hood when it is cold out and someone needs a boost and it is quick and easy with just plugging in to the front or back plug.

I bought 2 - Warn 9.5XP winches since and mounted one permanently in my Chevy Truck and one in my 08 SUV as they had a very high use Duty Cycle and a 6 hp, High Output Parallel Series Wound Motor and was still a mid body size winch. I can use my Multi mount on the rear of both and will be primary for my 05 SUT now so I have one for each vehicle and still like the multi mount portability.

I did look at the Endurance 12.0 but did not have the room for the air line fittings that it uses to cool the motor during use once it reaches a certain temperature with a blower fan and vent that has to be mounted up high under the hood. The 16.5ti was too big in size for my H2 bumpers as well.



I know there are lots out there to chose from and it is peace of mind to know it is there if needed. 3 winches means 3 times the accessories too now, snatch block, Clevis', Chains, Straps and Gloves,etc.. <img src='http://www.canadianhummerclub.com/forum ... ngHead.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt=':banghead:' />

How do you guys mount your winchs on an H2 ... Id like to look into one.. Could I just rig it up to slide into the front receiver? I like the idea on being able to take it off the truck when not wheelin'

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How do you guys mount your winchs on an H2 ... Id like to look into one.. Could I just rig it up to slide into the front receiver? I like the idea on being able to take it off the truck when not wheelin'

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Most of us just use a front receiver mount for the winch, however it will affect your approach and departure angle. One advantage you do have is that you can mount it front or rear! Sometimes you need to retreat, not pull yourself in deeper! And sometimes it is easier to pull out one of your buddies behind you without having to turn the truck around, especially if the trail is tight!



Hope this helps!



Kev

Great Advice Kevin!