I'm finally ready to dig further into my winch. I am having an issue with the winch winding in on its own when under load, causing me to think that my inner bearing(s) are failing. I have the spider off, brake band and clutch off, and am looking at the side of bearing number 30 on the schematic (supposedly # 6211rsnr when replaced) I can pry the clutch/brake drum up and down easily indicating a worn out bearing(s).
From what I've read and from various comments, I need to remove the drum which can be a challenge.
It looks like the winch drum sits on two bearings (#30), and can be driven off towards the clutch side without opening the crown gear and pinion side of the winch. Am I correct in this interpretation?
Will the drum slide off the crown gear side bearing, or will the drum and bearing usually move as a unit?
I have an air chisel with a blunt end, an acetylene torch, and assorted blocks and big hammers to assist.
I still have to take the cable off the drum and then get started.
Any thoughts or advice will be appreciated. Thanks. Paul
