We are asked many times over what are some of the best mods that can be done to the Warn M8274 high mount? Below is a list of some [not all] of the mods commonly applied to the 8274 to make it more relaibale and perform better.
Is your favorite mod missing from this list? Drop us a line and it it's a good one, we'll add it in...
Low to medium budget
- Replace solenoids with Albright contactor pack
- Upgrade to Warn 6HP or BOW2 motor
- Drill and tap the brake shaft / main shaft
- Pin freespool lever to prevent accidental disengagement
- Replace cable with rope and a decent hook
- Add drain and fill holes - 3/8 BSP is a common size - drill and tap housing accordingly [note don't let the bottom plug travel too far into the lower hosuing otherwise it will foul on the main gear]
- Brace bars at rear of winch to stop flexing
- Install lower housing seal kit
- Service brake and add HD brake disc material
Medium to high budget
- Replace freespool lever with Gigglepin upgrade
- Heavier duty casting to withstand physical knocks
- Oil filler plug for easier oil changes
- Heavier duty M6 mounting bolts
- Larger knob for ease of use
- Screw in lock mechanism to eliminate the chance of accidental disengagement
- Replace main shaft/brake shaft with Gigglepin HD kit
- Made from EN36 [increased strength] to stope breakages
- Shimmed gears to prevent breakage
- Enlarged bearing surfaces to spread loads evenly
- Circlip replaced with cap and bolt
- Upgraded cam gear for better engagement
- Replace standard drum with Gigglepin air freespool
- Run single BOW 3 with big alternator, great batteries and big cable or;
- Gigglepin top hat with Warn 6HP or BOW2 or Bow2 Plus motors
Open Cheque book
Complete Gigglepin winch