New winch; DTM trailer

[Trevorg7]

I need to replace my winch on my DTM trailer because the strap (webbing) is beginning to separate.

Any suggested winches or are the fairly generic?

Thanks in advance.

T

[HS]

RE: New winch; DTM trailer

Is it a DHM trailer? Here is a link to their website page for winch replacement parts, including straps only (not sure why you'd need to replace the winch for need of a strap?)

http://www.dhmtrailers.com/online/home.php?cat=89

[Trevorg7]

RE: New winch; DTM trailer

Yes, DHM. DTM is a cooling system for an air cooled porsche motor.

Thank you, I'll check out the link.

T

[darrel409]

RE: New winch; DTM trailer

The strap on my DHM trailer was getting pretty ratty, it was also really long, like 20 ft... i cut off the first 3 feet and had a local shop re-sew the hook back on. Looked new and he didnt even charge me.

[1VileRide]

RE: New winch; DTM trailer

That is an aweosme idea. Can't beat free.

[Trevorg7]

RE: New winch; DTM trailer

Yeah, I like the idea too. Where I launch I don't need the entire 20ft. I just don't know where - in San Jose, CA - to get it sewn back together.

T

[Promoted]

RE: New winch; DTM trailer

I have done this several times and just took it to a shoe repair shop.

[tski97]

RE: New winch; DTM trailer

Usually you do not need that much lenght on the strap however you do not want to take too much off. You never know when you may have a problem and can not float in up far enough or need that extra length. Just a thought. I also would think if it just the strap and hook you could buy them at any Marine or Trailer shop. I think I got one once just a local trailer store.