Hey Guys,

I have a few questions about the Ramsey or Warn winches. Due to reports that the mounting plates for the Ramsey and Warn 3000# winches bend under the weight of a plow, I am considering getting a smaller winch that fits in the alotted space in between the front headlights on the 2004.5 SP 700. This would be more sturdy and there would be nothing to bend because of the weight of a plow.
I also have a queston regarding plowing with a highlifter 2" Lift. I am concerned that with the Glacier plow systeem, it will be hard to get the plow to touch the ground, considering the 2" lift makes the plow sit 2" higher as well.

I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO KNOW WHAT SIZE WINCH FITS INTO THE WINCH SPACE PERFECTLY,
WITHOUT STICKING OUT ON A 2004.5 SPORTSMAN 700.

I WOULD ALSO LIKE TO KNOW IF ANYONE USES THE GLACIER PLOW SYSTEM WITH A LIFT KIT.
---IF SO, DOES THE PLOW GET DOWN TO THE GROUND, OR WILL IT STOP DROPPING BEFORE THE GROUND?

 

Warn has a 2.5ci that is made for the Polaris. It come in a kit with mounting plate, roller fairlead and a handlebar mounted rocker switch. Installed on my 700EFI and looks great. Plus, Polaris had/has an offer going for a FREE winch with purchase of new sportsman, may want to look into it.

 

Gordy,

Does the 2.5ci winch by warn fit into the cubbyhole all the way on your 2k4.5 EFI?

 

Adio, the warn 2.5 winch fits perfectly in the cuddyhole between the headlights on the 04+ 700's. That cuddyhole was designed for that purpose.

 

the Warn3.0 fits just fine in the hole as well.

never had a problem with my mounting plate bending lifting a plow or pulling anything for that matter.

mine was dealer installed, fits perfect, and is as strong and durable as a moose!

-MT