First chance i have had to look at a problem with my 8274 !! (24v system, with twin batteries & second 24v alternator )
During JST's last 4x4Adventures Winch Challenge, had to recover a dead V8 up a steepish bank, about 120 foot pull, seamed not a problem, with a couple of min halts on the way up, near the very top, the winch started to slow, together with a burning smell, which was quickly traced to the earth lead (?) from the alternator, back to the battery,
Today, replace the lead all the way through, and tested,,,But now get very hot quickly (ie shorting), and the motor is still slow, and also get warm in a very short place of time !!
So before pulling it all to bits,, what do the panel think,,
any pointers appreciated !!
(and replies such as buy a steam/hydraulic one, put the 8274 in the bin and get a proper winch, etc etc and not a lot of help, thanks ! )