NDR - Truck Bed Winch implemented

[Dave Diefenderfer]

As I am getting older, and my circle is getting smaller, I am finding that I need to be more self-sufficient. A couple yrs ago, I invested in the receiver hitch hydraulic lift to pick outboards on and off without a hernia.

Now I am noodling out a bed winch set up. Last night I picked up a free 8750watt generator and was shocked at the weight of it. Took 3 of us to safely lift it into the bed, as I had not thought to bring the hitch lift.

What I am thinking is the next addition to my arsenal is the 2500lb Harbor Freight Badlands winch, and a set of foldable aluminum ramps. I am thinking that an oak plank, 3" thick would fit nice behind the lower tie-off hooks in the bed of my truck. Bolting the winch through the plank, so that I can slide it out when not in use?

I don't plan to pull anywhere near 2500lbs, but more like up to 400 or so.

Thoughts on this scheme?

 

[Huntindave McCann]

Thoughts on this scheme?

This is done in this manner, quite often with guys loading portable ice fishing shelters. I have not as yet needed to go this route but it work well.
Some guys will mount towards the upper ledge of the box to reduce cable drag on the tailgate.

 

[Eric Patterson]

Dave

I found these set-ups with google. I often find seeing what others have done helps me make my own while not spending a wad of dough for a commercial unit. I've linked just a few below. In my shop I typically use a "cherry picker" aka engine hoist to load/unload equipment. But it requires smooth concrete and being able to use the item while in the truck and out of my shop.

Toy Loader Truck Bed Winch Mount

The Toy Loader truck bed winch mount makes it possible for one person to load ATVs, snowmobiles, and more. Available with a Warn 2000 DC utility winch.

www.discountramps.com

Hardman tuning | Universal winch mounting plate for truck bed | Online shop

Universal winch mounting plate for truck bed - Universal winch mounting plate for truck bed. Fits with most of ATV winches. *winch not included.

www.hardmantuning.com

Truck Bed Winch Assist for Deer - Yup Getting Old

Been fighting severe spinal stenosis and spinal arthritis which curtails my ability to lift anything at all so was tinkering in pole barn and decided to come up with something so I don't have to call in help to get deer easily into truck. I picked up a 2500 lb remote wireless winch from Harbor...

www.longrangehunting.com

Mounting a Winch in a Truck Bed: The Ultimate Step-by-Step Guide

Mounting a winch in a truck bed can be daunting. Follow the steps discussed in the guide for seamlessly mounting a winch in a truck bed. Explore tools that you’ll need and safety measures to consider.

www.vevor.com

 

[Dave Diefenderfer]

I think the rail is a better plan. I already have a pr of Eye Bolts that I drilled through the cap and rails that can be utilized to control forward travel, and a pair of clamps can be easily added to keep it from rotating under load. I will post as I pull it together.

 

[Dave Diefenderfer]

I spent the week noodling this plan through and executed this weekend. Saturday, after helping a church member move in the morning, I picked through a pile of rough cut oak and selected a board. I spent the evening planning and sizing it. Today after church, I stopped at Harbor Freight, and took advantage of the Father's Day coupons. For $80, I got the 2500lb winch, with wired and wireless remote, and a mounting plate.



I have a 7 pin plug on order, and need to order some 2 conductor wire and a couple plugs. I plan to keep everything tight on the cross piece, and have the wire separate. A wire to the 7 pin socket at the rear bumper and a short module to use the jump box as an option

https://www.facebook.com/1421364622/videos/pcb.10235080227492867/1600012763907062.

 

[Dave Diefenderfer]

Finally buttoned up this project.

 

[roy brewington]

That would really be nice loading a deer into trk. bed. by ones self.

 

[Dave Diefenderfer]

That would really be nice loading a deer into trk. bed. by ones self.

Yes! I haven't deer hunted in about 10 or so yrs. I have a cart. I could place the handle on the edge of the tailgate and then pivot and shove. The winch would make it much easier. I still need to come up with a ramp plan.

 

[Capt Rich Geminski]

Yes! I haven't deer hunted in about 10 or so yrs. I have a cart. I could place the handle on the edge of the tailgate and then pivot and shove. The winch would make it much easier. I still need to come up with a ramp plan.

Dave drop the gate down and winch

 

[Capt Rich Geminski]

Glad to see no one mounted it to back of the bed. My friend did, once.

 

[Dave Diefenderfer]

Dave drop the gate down and winch

Yes, I also made a bracket that sits on the lowered bed with a SS pully to keep the cable from cutting into the tailgate.