Almost any winch is better than no winch at all. If $$ are an issue, by all means grab the opportunity at hand. I also believe it's how you use the winch. Snatch blocks, straight pulls letting it cool appropriatly all make a difference. I've always used the formula of 1.5 x maximum loaded weight of the vehicle is the MINIMUM pull rating you want. 5000lb truck with 1000 lbs of stuff gives you a minimum of 9000lb winch. I think you'll be fine.

Erik <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" />

Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did.

85 4Runner, New motor, Dual cases, 4.88's, ARB's (F/R), 4" lift, 33's, Warn M8000#.