Winches - what is the best size for JLU Rubicon?

[rs680]

Hello i am still waiting for my new jl . But i already have a little prats pile in the garage waiting to install. I got a Warn vr 8000 lbs with synthetic rope still new in the box. I got it last year for a good price and was thinking about putting it on my Rubi. But now i am wondering if it is a little small. Maybe i should go bigger.
Also looking for 35 tire I think i will go with BFG KO2 But was wondering what everyone is going with and why.

Man waiting for this jeep is driving me crazy already

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[Torero]

8000 lbs is plenty, specially since you already have it. All you need is a some pulleys if you ever need more power. The only thing you’ll gain with a bigger winch is speed.

 

[Sheepjeep]

a winch from 8k to 12k is what you want so you are good

 

[Tridgerat]

One thing to keep in mind is that the smaller the winch the larger the amp load will be when pulling. I opted for a 12k so when I'm pulling a truck out of a mud hole I'm not maxing out the winch and draining my battery. Just last night I pulled an F-150 that was up to the axles in mud. The winch and my JLUR didn't even hesitate.

 

[Amric]

Warn recommends 1.5 times the loaded vehicle weight so I went with an 8000 also.

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