The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums : Trailer winch rope replacement... https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 07:00:49 +0000 Thu, 19 May 2022 07:36:18 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 12.01 360 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=79129 <![CDATA[The Fishing Website : Discussion Forums]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/ <![CDATA[Trailer winch rope replacement... : Dyneema is simple. heat the end...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1826093&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1826093 Author: Steps
Subject: 79129
Posted: 19 May 2022 at 7:36am

Dyneema is simple. heat the end so melted and hve a nice round hard end Pass the rope thru the hook eye and have about 10" of tag.
Poke a hole in the side of the dyneema.. it is hollow.. then push/ feed the tag up the center. Now pull the rope tight .
Thats it.

]]> Thu, 19 May 2022 07:36:18 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1826093&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1826093 <![CDATA[Trailer winch rope replacement... : Metal Float wrote:How do folk...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1826085&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1826085 Author: Pcj
Subject: 79129
Posted: 18 May 2022 at 6:57pm

Originally posted by Metal Float Metal Float wrote:

How do folk tie-off their rope to the S/S hook? Splice or u-bolt? Also, anyone had any issues of the S/S being nicked (rope cut) while out fishing?
Best move I ever made,wet it when winding on,would I go back to wire??Nah   Managed to work loop holding supplied square hook and replace with my old rounded one,Someone cutting it??more likely to steal winch handle]]> Wed, 18 May 2022 18:57:03 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1826085&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1826085 <![CDATA[Trailer winch rope replacement... : If using dyneema rope if you can...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1826084&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1826084 Author: Kandrew
Subject: 79129
Posted: 18 May 2022 at 6:39pm

If using dyneema rope if you can splice a loop then that’s a good way to go. Splicing dyneema isn’t as hard as it sounds, look up
The Brummel lock splice on YouTube and grab yourself a splicing fid, handy to have.

https://youtu.be/4WW7Qvg3VjI

I have used a half hitch with a stopper knot on the end, then cinch the half hitch down against the stopper knot. Some guys use a bowline as well.]]> Wed, 18 May 2022 18:39:50 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1826084&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1826084 <![CDATA[Trailer winch rope replacement... : How do folk tie-off their rope...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1826079&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1826079 Author: Metal Float
Subject: 79129
Posted: 18 May 2022 at 2:49pm

How do folk tie-off their rope to the S/S hook? Splice or u-bolt? Also, anyone had any issues of the S/S being nicked (rope cut) while out fishing?]]> Wed, 18 May 2022 14:49:39 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1826079&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1826079 <![CDATA[Trailer winch rope replacement... : Now sits on 3 rollers rather than...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1821198&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1821198 Author: Steps
Subject: 79129
Posted: 06 Jan 2022 at 8:25pm

Now sits on 3 rollers rather than 2 but not touching the end guide roller but doesnt rock due to buddies. Will it tow better being 30mm further forward??

 Instructions on how to balance a trailer, boat, caravan whatever have been posted many times.
 For your boat you need about 65/ 75kg on the tow ball when the tow ball is at the height with trailer on.
 Or short cut, stand on it and measure from ground to top of the ball.
Now load the boat normal.
Grab the bathroom scales and a bit of scrap 3x2.
Measure the distance from inside the hitch, where the ball goes to bottom of the ball 'housing'
Put the 3x2 vertically on the scales, cut the 3x2 so is exact height the hitch sits on the ball with you standing on the ball..
Got to take into account the internal distance of where the ball fits to where the 3x2 props up the hitch underneath..
Now move the boat back and forth on the trailer so you get around 65 to 75 kg of vertical weight on the scales..

Note change the ball height changes the vertical weight.. even 15/ 20mm makes significant difference and  characteristics of towing.
 With duel axle  a 30mm change can go from 85 kg to 15 kg At 15 kg it is an accident waiting to happen.

I adjust my boat position by using a wood shim between the front V rubber and the winch post it bolts 2. If that doesnt work well (gets to be 20/25mm +) then the ball height, bit more expensive.. gets changed.

]]> Thu, 06 Jan 2022 20:25:34 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1821198&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1821198 <![CDATA[Trailer winch rope replacement... : Bearings finally sorted,driven...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1821163&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1821163 Author: Pcj
Subject: 79129
Posted: 06 Jan 2022 at 11:07am

Bearings finally sorted,driven over 100km now seems good. Post for winch has a tounge and moved it in about 30mm and now bow sits on front roller. Now sits on 3 rollers rather than 2 but not touching the end guide roller but doesnt rock due to buddies. Will it tow better being 30mm further forward?? Havent tried it yet,waiting to go out Friday.   Trailer feels a bit more balanced though,fuel in 2 x 11lt tanks under seats,battery in stern ,other side fish gear bin.

Neighbours keep looking as if to say ,is he going out??(heads/frames,dont want fillets??)
]]> Thu, 06 Jan 2022 11:07:46 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1821163&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1821163 <![CDATA[Trailer winch rope replacement... : I ditched the wire and replaced...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1820508&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1820508 Author: Discovery
Subject: 79129
Posted: 15 Dec 2021 at 11:01am

I ditched the wire and replaced with blue rope from Burnsco. So much nicer to use.]]> Wed, 15 Dec 2021 11:01:11 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1820508&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1820508 <![CDATA[Trailer winch rope replacement... : actually had a very good quality...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1819808&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1819808 Author: Steps
Subject: 79129
Posted: 01 Dec 2021 at 5:48pm

actually had a very good quality Stainless steel hook snap at the gravy stroke of winching up my boat

 Round or flat sides?
 Rated or unrated (stamped) ?

Basically the stainless hook was constantly being worked while the boat was being towed as I did not use a tie down on the front when towing.

Having the weight on the winch also means the plastic bushes on the main drum are taking the full load.
Also take into consideration , loads tend to move naturally forwardWink

People insist on tying the rear down across the gunnels with a tie down..this inherently stresses the structure of the hull... cracks and fractures...
The transom should be held down by 2 tie downs the go to the trailer chassis. This not only stops the boat  bouncing but also holds the boat forward...and being 2 straps.. a double whammy safety..

I also use a large Short  tie down from back of the winch post , over the winch, to the bow  eye.
 I pull up the boat on the winch.. then pull up on the rear tie downs.. which makes the winch rope go a little slack, then tension up on the winch tie down, final check of the rear tie down.

Quick easy, simple, no messing around at the ramp.

OH do not trust the rear tie down plastic coated chassis hooks .. the corode inside and snap.




]]> Wed, 01 Dec 2021 17:48:06 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1819808&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1819808 <![CDATA[Trailer winch rope replacement... : actually had a very good quality...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1819781&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1819781 Author: neil_cb125t
Subject: 79129
Posted: 01 Dec 2021 at 11:27am

actually had a very good quality Stainless steel hook snap at the gravy stroke of winching up my boat, it was the last 3 winds when it let go. 

I spoke to the supplier as the trailer/winch and boat was less than 1 year old. They were stella, Christine products. Replaced it and rope and upgraded. Then diagnosed my winch setup was poorly placed, incorrectly lined up and I was using it as the primary front securing. 

Basically the stainless hook was constantly being worked while the boat was being towed as I did not use a tie down on the front when towing. 

So moral of the story, your winch rope (what ever it is and hook) should be under NO tension whilst your boat is being towed. use a decent ratchet tie down to take the weight
]]> Wed, 01 Dec 2021 11:27:47 +0000 https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1819781&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1819781 <![CDATA[Trailer winch rope replacement... : When you purchase drop it into...]]> https://www.fishing.net.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=79129&PID=1819385&title=trailer-winch-rope-replacement#1819385 Author: Steps
Subject: 79129
Posted: 23 Nov 2021 at 1:27pm

When you purchase drop it into a lanolin bath.
The benefits are outstanding.

Thats another suggestion that goes into my 'tool box'Thumbs Up
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