How to test the winch motor to see if its still in good condition

[climber8483]

I have a working 8274, but the winch seems to draw way, way more power than it should even under no load. Anyone know how many amps it should be pulling? Can I just take it down to NAPA and have them hook it up to their starter tester? I know how to jumper one so that's not an issue.

I'm going to be pulling the winch and doing a rebuild/checking all the bearings. I already have the lower housing rebuild kit and I'll be using Flintnapper's rebuild thread.

Thanks,
Brittain

 

[cruiserpilot]

Log onto Warn Website. They publish the specs for the winches. It sounds to me like your contactor/solenoid pack is wearing out. Do you have an Auto Marine Electric shop close by? They are where I go to get electrical stuff checked, Good luck,

 

[climber8483]

Well I pulled it apart and it all makes sense now

More pics will be posted in my rebuild thread.

However can I safely remove the corrosion from the windings?