Thread: Spare wheel winder access via socket extension

I havent re-visited this issue since removing the rear chairs.
As in the previous post,my MY14 has the ears cut off the winder so no normal socket can fit.
My idea of a fix was to weld a matching wheel nut to the winder,or weld 2 flat bars to a matching wheel nut then drill thru and bolt to the winder.
I do have a collection of matching wheel nuts from the camper trailer build.
Andrew

I don't know if the cargo bay under-floor area of 5 seater discos is similar to the RRS which is filled with a space-wasting polystyrene block (does it have any structural value or can I just pull it out?), but has anyone actually drilled a hole in the compartment cover of one of these to get winder extension access? It seems the only way...

And why hasn't someone made an aftermarket electric winch winder yet??

Would anyone in WA have the a ratchet/winder mechanism laying around for sale? Just stuffed mine up, wound it up without any loading while I got a puncture repaired and now its stuck half way and won't budge.
Just read a few posts on this issue of winding it up without a wheel in...... bugger, to late!!!!!
Cheers

I got prices for a replacement from 3 well known rover parts and repairers in Perth.
$400. $275. $195 all new.
Pays to shop around.
Cheers

Originally Posted by sandgroper57

Would anyone in WA have the a ratchet/winder mechanism laying around for sale? Just stuffed mine up, wound it up without any loading while I got a puncture repaired and now its stuck half way and won't budge.
Just read a few posts on this issue of winding it up without a wheel in...... bugger, to late!!!!!
Cheers

Have you tried Steve at Lifestyle 4WD in Morley.

He fits quite a few long range tanks and rear wheel carriers, and removes the OEM winch as part of the process. Not sure what he does with them once removed (they are not returned to the vehicle's owner unless specifically requested).

If Steve doesn't have one, maybe also try any other businesses in Perth who supply & fit long range tanks.

Thanks but already committed to the $195 unit.


Cheers

Originally Posted by Stuart02

I don't know if the cargo bay under-floor area of 5 seater discos is similar to the RRS which is filled with a space-wasting polystyrene block (does it have any structural value or can I just pull it out?), but has anyone actually drilled a hole in the compartment cover of one of these to get winder extension access? It seems the only way...

And why hasn't someone made an aftermarket electric winch winder yet??

I've been looking into motorising mine using a 12v hub motor like the ones used on bikes or mobility carts. Haven't found anything suitable yet but if I do I'll post something.

Originally Posted by Oztourer

I've been looking into motorising mine using a 12v hub motor like the ones used on bikes or mobility carts. Haven't found anything suitable yet but if I do I'll post something.

I'll buy one!!!