Warn 8274

[Doug Krebs]

I just picked up one of these for $45. It's missing the solenoid pack and controller, but otherwise looks complete.

I browsed billvista's article on pirate and it seems pretty simple.

Anyone heard anything about an albright solenoid? It's supposed to be a single reversible contactor that is much more reliable.

[TexTJ209]

$45? You suck.

[Seth]

yeah what was the source doug?

[redcagepatrol]

wow - you do suck!

[Doug Krebs]

Take it easy, it could be all sorts of screwed up inside, we'll see. It's definitely been out in the weather for a while.

So back on topic. Anyone heard of these Albright solenoids?

[bcolman]

is this the one off swico?

[Doug Krebs]

is this the one off swico?

maybe...

[bcolman]

maybe...

i almost bid on it, but didnt need/want two winches in the garage that dont work

[robertf03]

So back on topic. Anyone heard of these Albright solenoids?

expedition exchange sells them, but they sell alot of gimmicky junk that no one really needs.

https://www.expeditionexchange.com/superwinch/

its $120, i haven't had to price out stock replacements but theyve got to be cheaper. Didn't you rebuild the warn on your blazer? I seem to remember you smacking the solenoids with a crescent wrench on more than one occasion.

[Doug Krebs]

expedition exchange sells them, but they sell alot of gimmicky junk that no one really needs.

https://www.expeditionexchange.com/superwinch/

its $120, i haven't had to price out stock replacements but theyve got to be cheaper. Didn't you rebuild the warn on your blazer? I seem to remember you smacking the solenoids with a crescent wrench on more than one occasion.

I saw that site already. Yeah, I've messed with the one's on the blazer on more than one occasion, but recent research may prove it's a grounding problem inherent to those motors.

If I rebuild this, I wouldn't mind spending a couple extra bucks, if the Albright crap is much better.

[robertf03]

I saw that site already.

Did you see the titanium spork?

Maybe that starter place in bryan has some stuff. I haven't looked at a 8274 closely in a while, could you waterproof the relay housing on it?

[eight]

http://www.piercearrow.us/more_winch_accessories.htm#PS%20Winch%20series%20S olenoid%20Assy

[Graystroke]

Double check the amp ratings on the ones Ryan posted..doesn't a 8274 draw something like 400 amps at full load pull?
Kick ass deal on the winch...I know there is a lot of tech on 8274's on the jungle trek rally type race forums. search some sites w/ .au

[eight]

Yea, I don't see what that one is rated for.

That is the place I got my solenoids from but the web site has changed since then. They were the heavier duty ones rated for my 4.8hp motor. I think they were the kind Doug is talking about, what would be called single pole double throw. Work just like a regular little automotive relay where you can use them as NO or NC. I forget exactly how they are wired but it uses 2 to control the 3 post motor. I believe I also got my motor rebuild parts from there. Winch cable is also about half price of offroad shops, and comes with a mean hook.

[Sharpe]

Doug if you can find the specs on the factory solenoids I might be able to match them with something napa carries in our catalog at work.

[Doug Krebs]

Took it apart last night. Three of the gears aren't very happy, but I think I'll run them as the main gear costs $130.00. I might look at making the main gear for fun.

I'm not even sure I'm going to mess with the motor since I can get a new one for $85.

Definately going to have to do some of the bearings and seals. I'll also probably do that Albright solenoid.

Winch $45
Motor $85ish
Bearings/seals, hopefully under $100
Albright solenoid $160
Misc $50

Hopefully it should be under $500 even if I have to get a gear or two.

[AggieTJ2007]

do you need any cable for it I have some steel cable I will sell you for cheap

[Doug Krebs]

do you need any cable for it I have some steel cable I will sell you for cheap

What kind of cable and how long?

[AggieTJ2007]

7/16 steel cable, used for overhead cranes. probably about 100-150 feet, I also have as much 3/8's cable as you want almost 400 ft.

If you are interested i will measure and find out for sure