Figured I would go try it out in some mud today. Did decent just needs bigger tires.
First time I got stuck i made it about half way across and it high centerd and I got it backed out and figured what the hell ill give it another try. Made it just about out and the front and rear diffs were bulldozing mud the whole way. Little tug with the winch got it right out. Something with with decent size tires has been playing in that hole.
Then later on I was following a trail then the stopped before little creek no more tracks. Got out and looked and it wasnt real deep or anything and felt pretty solid so I figured what the hell Ill give it a try. Figured I needed to try the winch out anyway. So I made sure there was a tree to hook it up to and gave it a try. Made it just about into the edge of the creek and it sunk to the diffs. Ground was super soft. Hooked the winch up and pulled it right on through with no problems.
So far I like the Smittybilt winch great. I would definitely recommend it to anybody. Now I just need some bigger tires.
Also got my gears this past week.
8.8 4.56
D35 4.56
Difference in 8.8 and d35 ring gear.
My Aussie locker is supposed to ship out one day this coming week so Ill have the gears and rear locker put in before to much longer. Then Just save up for some bigger tires.
Also got a new black grille, headlight surrounds, and some clear front lights on the way.