Parts Via has a wide selection of winches available to help you get back on track when you’re off-roading or trying to get some work done. We also carry a large inventory of winch ropes, hooks, covers and other accessories that give you the capabilities you need for whatever comes your way. Having the power of a winch on your side means you can tackle the terrain with confidence, knowing you’ll be able to haul yourself out of a jam with minimal effort.
What Type of Winch Do You Need?
It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of options you have when shopping for a winch for your truck or SUV. However, it’s not as hard as it seems to buy winches once you ask yourself a few basic questions:
- How much capacity do you need? — The typical rule of thumb is that your winch should have a capacity of at least 1.5 times the weight of what you’re trying to move. Whether it’s a truck, trailer, SUV, ATV or anything else, you should know how heavy it is (all accessories and add-ons included) and make sure your winch can pull that much weight and then some.
- Do you want electric or hydraulic? — Electric winches are easy to set up because they connect directly to your vehicle’s battery. However, they often don’t deliver the same power as hydraulic winches and can lose capacity as they drain your battery. On the other hand, hydraulic winches tend to be stronger and more consistent but require the installation of a hydraulic system in the vehicle.
- Where will you use it? — Make sure the winch you choose will be well-suited for the job, including the environment. For instance, if you use it to get a boat in and out of the lake, you should check for winches that will resist corrosion from the water.
- Do you know what you’re doing? — That might seem like an obvious question, but some heavy-duty winches are user-friendlier than others. There’s no shame in making sure you can operate the winch easily, because nothing’s worse than needing it but not being able to put it to use.
Order Your Winch From Parts Via Today
In addition to having a huge selection of winches from leading brands, Parts Via also offers you much more. Our knowledgeable and helpful team can help you determine which replacement parts and accessories make the most sense for your needs. Our extensive eCommerce network also means we can deliver your new winch to just about anywhere in the United States by the next day. Whether you choose to have your order delivered straight to the installer, to a store near you or directly to your door, you can count on us to take care of you and your vehicle. To learn more, browse through our inventory