Most skidding winches use dry friction clutches and band brakes. Oil or grease on them causes slipping, so wipe spills right away.
Cable care
A1’s catalog does not list a wire rope lubricant. Follow the cable maker’s guidance and replace kinked or frayed cable.
Fluids by compartment.
Confirm the fluid type, grade, and specifications in the tractor forestry winch maker’s manual before ordering. These examples are not a fitment result for a specific machine.
Winch gearbox or chain drive
Gearbox and chain-case winches list a gear oil and level; open chains need chain lube.
Shop AMSOIL directly with Jeff’s dealer number already attached, or open a business account. AMSOIL handles pricing, checkout, and shipping. If you contact AMSOIL another way, give them dealer number 30734402.
Prefer to talk it through? Email Jeff at [email protected] with your equipment, the fluid now in use, and your approximate volume.
Frequently asked questions
What oil goes in a forestry winch gearbox?
The gear oil the winch maker lists.
Should I grease a winch cable?
Use the rope maker’s recommended dressing; A1 does not stock one.
General maintenance information. Always follow the equipment maker’s requirements and the current product data. Product availability, pricing, and account terms are set by AMSOIL.