I had the 10 K winch for years. Used it pretty regularly and found it to be reliable - slow but reliable.

I did implode it once on a really hard pull. Should of pulled out a couple of blocks and set up different.

Called Harbor Freight and they shipped a new motor for $100. The motor had a small chip when it arrived. Called HB to complain and they shipped another motor for free. Still using the chipped motor.

95 Montero SR
33 x 12.50
Aussie Locker
OME Heavy Duty Coils & Torsion Bars
ARB Front Bumper
76" Trail Gear Rock Sliders
XRC-9.5K Winch