|
The argument for the 3/8s line is it spools nicer onto the drum which helps keep it even and it packs better. 5/16s has a tendency to cut in to the spool when it is pulled in under load when the previous wraps aren't packed tightly. When the line cuts into the wraps it starts to wrap over itself funny and it can be a big pain to get it back out.
3/8s is naturally stronger but you can only spool a shorter distance, which can matter if you wheel in open areas. I've seen 5/16s break after rubbing through some of the strands and the chafe guard. 3/8s might have broken too and it is so much more costly.
As for winch speed under no-load I'd say that it is only worthwhile if you winch a lot. When you get close the drum the fast no-load speeds can be downright scary compared to a 8000.
"snatchblock and some tow straps/tree saver....or just get the extra speed"
If it's either or go with the accessories. Those are needs versus bling.
Geoff
__________________
84 SR5 xcab truck, 3" shackles, Chevy springs, tiny front D44, not so tiny rear D60, ARBs, 4.56s, 38" swampers, beadlocks, bumpers, sliders, 350 LT1, MC, OBA, x8000, still very much a WIP
|