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viper vs gorlia winch - 11/3/2008 11:32:49 PM

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any thoughts on the two winches the viper is more $$$ but is it worth it over the gorlia winch thanks for any input!!!

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 2:07:40 AM

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viper is by far a better winch, they have upper version also

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 6:57:13 AM

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quote:

viper is by far a better winch, they have upper version also

I hope, the last one i own was junk!! I got sick of spending money trying to keep cheap winches alive, just go Warn first and save yourself a head ache!!

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 8:40:12 AM

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quote:

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quote:

viper is by far a better winch, they have upper version also

I hope, the last one i own was junk!! I got sick of spending money trying to keep cheap winches alive, just go Warn first and save yourself a head ache!!

ive had more problems from warn winches than i have my viper. i would say go for it they make an excellent winch and have great customer service

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 9:25:22 AM

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quote:

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viper is by far a better winch, they have upper version also

Whats the upper version Dave ???

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 9:50:04 AM

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quote:

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quote:

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viper is by far a better winch, they have upper version also

Whats the upper version Dave ???

they just came out with the elite

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 12:28:49 PM

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We have been testing the Elite models and have found them to be a really high quality product. So far we can't seem to tear one up.

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 12:55:17 PM

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We have been testing the Elite models and have found them to be a really high quality product. So far we can't seem to tear one up.

Is this a hint that HL is about to start selling them?

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 1:14:47 PM

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Take my word for it.....the monkey winch's are junk!!!!

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 1:16:42 PM

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sounds like i am gonna try the Viper thanks for the input keep it coming

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 1:31:32 PM

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What a pain in the butt,,,, spend several minutes composing a post and the software glitches it out,,,, crap! Upshot of it is, go with the Viper!!!!!

And if you know the board is going to wipe out your post, you can't even copy it to save it,,,,, grrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!!!

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 1:38:08 PM

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lol i have been copying everything i type b4 i hit send here lately

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 4:37:22 PM

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Kickaskey, yes, we are going to be the ONLY distributor for Viper Winches. These products will be the same price as the factory or ebay. The advantage of buying from us will be you can combine the winch with your other purchases for one stop shopping, and it will be good business for both you and High Lifter. We believe this winch to be the exception in quality for overseas products of this type. Otherwise, you would not see a 18 month warrenty !!!

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 4:44:06 PM

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Does that mean motoalliance will be allowed back?

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 4:54:58 PM

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We have the same business relationship with say, HMF, EPI, Supertrapp, Maxxis, etc, etc. as we do the Motoalliance. The rules are still the rules. They apply the exact same across the board. FYI, and just so you know, we are their friends not their enemy.

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 5:18:30 PM

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so is motoalliance coming back?

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 9:02:39 PM

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i wanted to get the elite winch but it was almost as much as a warn. i went with the 4500 max because my buddy has one and has had good luck with it. i havent had a chance to try mine out yet.

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 9:05:10 PM

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So...

whos buying my Viper Max 4000lb?

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/4/2008 9:23:58 PM

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I HAVE NO CLUE ABOUT ANY OTHER WINCHES, BUT MY WARN 2500 HAS NEVER LET ME DOWN....I USE HER ALMOST EVERY WEEKEND, "PULLIN OTHER PEOPLE OUT" LOL

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/5/2008 10:41:10 PM

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I have replaced 4 contactors and a replacement winch from gorilla, they covered every part of it even after warranty was out. I sealed the second one up with silicone and have had zero problems. the synthetic they put on it is great as well. I reccomend gorilla, they have great service, and are helpful.

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/8/2008 8:24:58 PM

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does golirra make a 4500 lb??

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/10/2008 3:27:57 AM

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Go Warn, GO prepared...

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/10/2008 4:08:11 AM

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What a pain in the butt,,,, spend several minutes composing a post and the software glitches it out,,,, crap! Upshot of it is, go with the Viper!!!!!

And if you know the board is going to wipe out your post, you can't even copy it to save it,,,,, grrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!!!

Just keep hitting refresh until it goes thru.

To copy just highlight it and then go up to "edit" and select copy.

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/10/2008 10:10:26 AM

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i HAD a gorilla winch on my rhino it worked ok...but one day after riding i was washing my rhino and when i lifted the hood up and sprayed it down, when the water touched the contactor it sparked up and then caught on FIRE....the contactor was mounted there when i bought it...needless to say i got a viper on the way and when i mount it now i am going to mount the contactor in the glove box. i have heard good things about viper elite also....

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/10/2008 10:43:56 AM

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I've had the Viper Elite 3000# on my Outtie for about a month now. I've used the winch 5-6 times so far and it's been great. I ended up cutting off the synthetic rope sleave they sent with the winch as it made spooling in the winch very difficult. I shopped around before deciding on the Viper and feel that I made the right choice. Their pricing is fair, the build quality is high, and the customer service is exceptional. Good group of people to do business with.

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RE: viper vs gorlia winch - 11/14/2008 12:37:35 PM

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We believe the Viper to be a much higher quality product than the Gor.... Winch. Our R&D guys along with our management team believed this winch to be as good as any we have ever seen at a lower price with more access. available in the base price. We are now a distributor of the Elite Series Viper Winches. They will arrive here at High Lifter in a few days.

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