mounting a winch on receiver toolcat 5600

   / mounting a winch on receiver toolcat 5600 #11  
Alot of that was simply due to experience with the equipment.

That sums it up. You have learned by trial and error on what the TC can do. If I am on my own somewhere, I take fewer risks on getting stuck. If close to home or another operator nearby, I can gamble a bit more.
 
   / mounting a winch on receiver toolcat 5600 #12  
I agree wholeheartedly with Spud's every word, especially the magic six feet of freedom. Experience is the key to not getting stuck in the first place. On the other hand, for some people getting stuck is not a big deal, it's part of the job / almost fun and kind of a challenge.

Early in my TC experience, when I was getting stuck, I considered installing a hydraulic winch with 2" receivers front and back but I never followed through, as I got stuck less. (Now, proclaiming sovereignty to the world, I've certainly jinxed myself.)

Nonetheless, it pays to keep willing friends with strong backs and equipment. Here is the most I ever got stuck: the underbody was buried, let alone the tires, and I darn near ended up in the lake. A High-Lift, a very strong guy, and a very hot gal in high wheels, I mean heels, driving a four wheel Jeep after her work day made this extraction. Sorry for the lurid shakeup here in the sleepy TC forum, guys; don't report this post, it's true!

There's a story that here on the lake where I live the former owners' tractor slid and slipped into the water and down to the lake bottom. After a weekend of hunting a neighbor came home to 30 messages on his answering machine. They ended up lifting the tractor out of the water with his excavator Monday morning. Not sure how it turned out after that. Anyway, Happy Spring, everybody. Here's to traction, however you get it and where you need it. Cheers.
 
Last edited:
   / mounting a winch on receiver toolcat 5600 #13  
The following isn't TC-specific...but is relevant to this thread... This AM I received an email ad from Northern Tool that featured their "house brand" 9000# electric winch. The price was $380 and the product featured free shipping. This seemed like a good value. Here's a link to their web page RE the winch: FREE SHIPPING Northern Industrial Tools Electric Car Winch 9000-Lb. Capacity, 12 Volt DC, Model# 400176 | 8,000 - 11,900 Lb. Capacity | Northern Tool + Equipment

Disclaimer: I do not own this model of winch. Other than being a happy customer, I have no financial connection to Northern Tool. Your mileage may vary. Does not include 80-b'zillion dollar dealer title and doc fee. I like the Bill of Rights...especially the Second Amendment and I own a Toyota Tundra that does not have a sticky throttle. Other disclaimers may apply. The price mentioned above does not constitute an effort on my part to play an April Fools joke on the readership of this forum...I leave cruel jokes to the people at Bobcat who come up with parts prices.
 
Last edited:
   / mounting a winch on receiver toolcat 5600
  • Thread Starter
#14  
Thanks all you guys. I think the word experience tells it all. As I use the toolcat I realize that the first rule is to stay out of mud especially if its hilly. I think I'll hold off on the winch and call my local farmer with a big deere tractor if I ever decide to test the limits of traction again. Steve
 

Tractor & Equipment Auctions

2008 FORD F-450 (A50854)
2008 FORD F-450...
2015 Chevrolet Tahoe SUV (A49461)
2015 Chevrolet...
2019 New Holland Workmaster 95 MFWD Compact Utility Tractor with 632TL Loader - Poultry Special (A51039)
2019 New Holland...
2009 Gleaner A76 Combine (A50657)
2009 Gleaner A76...
2015 Chevrolet Express Passenger Bus (A50323)
2015 Chevrolet...
WEATHERFORD MP-10 TRIPLEX MUD PUMP POWERED BY A CATERPILLAR 3412 ENGINE (A50854)
WEATHERFORD MP-10...
 
Top