Is KFI a good winch?
This winch is a fantastic deal! Synthetic rope, fantastic build quality and looks great! Also, don’t be fooled into buying a WARN winch. Warn makes a great product, but they are no better than this KFI in quality or operation!
Who makes KFI Winch?
Kappers Fabricating Inc.
KFI Products is our brand name of products that we primarily manufacture atKappers Fabricating Inc. We are family owned and have been in business since 1986. In 2002, we decided to start some of our own products and we engineered our very first KFI ATV Winch Mount.
Are KFI winches waterproof?
Equip your ATV, UTV or SxS with a KFI WINCH and feel confident you can pull yourself out of any situation. This 3000lb ATV Series winch features quality cast aluminum and durable steel components, water resistant seals to keep the elements out, a standard 4-hole mounting design and a heavy duty all metal turn clutch.
Do I need a winch mounting plate?
Yes, you will need to install a winch plate in order to install any winch.
Can you mount a winch on its side?
Most ATV and UTV winches can be mounted upside down, as long as you make sure the rope or cable still spools in on the side of the drum closest to the base of the winch. There are exceptions where the winch manufacturers do not recommend mounting the winch upside down.
How should I wire up the winch?
Attach the power wire to the positive post on the winch Attach the negative wire to the negative ground post on the winch Run both wires from the winch to the battery compartment, avoiding hot areas and places where the wires could get pinched
What are the basics of winch wiring?
Wires are color-coded in such a way to help you tell which is which.
How to mount a winch?
Mark both the center of the trailer and the Mounting plate.