Some boring pics of my logging winch

[Coyote machine]

The tensioner is worn out, I have to weld some new steel to it.
The chain is new but last year i broke it when i winched, I think the chain are to loose.

Last year I replaced a tensioner and took out a link in the chain of a Farmi winch my logger was using at my place. I was able to get a 'repair link', which is designed to allow for this type of repair; shortening a worn out chain with stretched links. It went back together and works great. His winch makes your's look showroom new!! Most logging winch suppliers should be able to get you the necessary part(s). It would allow you to clean/ lightly lube the chain too.
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I agree that even with a new chain if the tensioner is not functioning properly the chain will eventually bind and then break, so you might just need the tensioner back to working withOUT having to remove any links. Does the new chain you have match the link # of the old one?

 

[Agvg]

Its the correct chain, the tensioner is just an arm and a spring with a flat iron going against the chain, have to add 10 - 15 mm on the end of that to get tension on the spring.

 

[Scooby074]

Yes, its a Transporter doka 1998, 2.4D 75hp, a real speed machine.

Nope, not a speed machine... but it is effective in its own right. I had a 1993 Jetta with the 1.9 TD. I set no land speed records, but got where I wanted to go and saved a bunch of fuel and money doing so.

There are a lot of guys on here like myself lamenting the lack of low frills, compact diesel trucks in our market.

 

[Agvg]

Its a very practical car, but its missing a turbo and it is only a 2wd. But it is a nice 5cyl engine and very cheap to drive.

 

[Hamor]

If your tractor is the steak, the logging winch is the gravy for anyone that gets wood. And it's so nice to finally after waiting so long to get the gravy. I just picked up a used 2000 fransguard v2800 , can't wait to get it working to see what it will do . pic's later!

 

[Agvg]

Yes, its a wonderful tool but take care , its quite dangerous. I had a couple of learning the hard way but I did not get hurt. If it is controlled by rope make sure you have a long one, 2m minimum so you can stay away from the winch.
And when winching, don't look at the log, watch the winch and tractor.

 

[Agvg]

Strange weather, it's 5C not -20C

 

[Agvg]

My old pickup

 

[Scooby074]

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My old pickup

If VW sold them here, a lot of guys would be all over it! Did it have 4Motion?

 

[Scooby074]

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Strange weather, it's 5C not -20C

Was -20C here at 8:00Am. Trade you!