Smittybilt XRC Gen3 Winches

I haven’t had to use it yet, but has great features. The one sent to me had nicks in the drum as if it had been a return after being used with a steel line. The instructions are poor at best (I’d rather assemble IKEA furniture). That’s why such a low rating.

Purchased this one over a Warn winch because of the light and cool light up design on the front cover, received my winch and it is not the XRC design on the fron just a big ugly SB that lights up, if that wasn’t enough the light as shown on the product does not come on the product nor do they even make them for the drum light. Contacted customer service and SB says not there problem because they can get ahold of the lights anymore. Definitely should have went with WARN winch atleast they stand behind there product.

Winch works as it should. Brenda used it first week it was installed. Storm came through and put a big tree in the main highway. She pulled it to the side so others could get through until someones granpappy showed with the stihl.

2nd time using it the cable connection for the remote was stuck had to drive home with it through the window once home took it apart the little release button broke but found out you don't need it the remote still works plugs in and out no problem

Installation instructions were not as complete as I expected, but I didn't have any problems with the installation. Even though they specified blue Loctite for the rope anchor screw, they didn't include any. So I had to run to the auto parts store. You will also want to watch some YouTube videos to help you decide on the best wire routing for your Jeep. Overall, though, it's not too difficult. The winch ran smoothly loading the rope. The load indicator on the controller is a very nice feature.

Great Product! Easy to install. Definitely recommend it!

Installed the winch in a couple of hours. No issues. Spooled out the drum and winched my wife’s Jeep in and it worked flawlessly!

Great transaction with the guys at 4wheel Parts, Can't remember the sales persons name but he was very helpful, I recently bought my Jeep and he came outside to check it out and was able to tell me the type of lift I have and give me pointers on different things about my rubicon. The winch was a breeze to install, I haven't used it yet but I'm happy to have it just in case!