Worm Gear Winch Model Number

Braden worm gear winches are identified by model and serial numbers stamped into a smooth surface near the top of the worm gear housing. The winch model number and serial number must be referenced when ordering service parts or requesting information. Do not try to identify a Braden winch by using a raised or foundry casting number.

The following information will help you determine the cut or thread direction of the worm and worm gear and the assembly configuration of the worm gear housing designated in the winch model number. Example: R(LA) - right cut gear set, left hand assembly.

All winch model assembly designations are specified for standing at the rear of the vehicle, looking forward. Left side is often referred to as driver or street side, right side may be referred to as passenger or curb side.
The assembly designation for the winch (RA, LA) describes which side of the winch the worm gear housing is installed on. Generally the worm gear housing is matched to the same side the power take-off is mounted to the transmission to make routing of hoses or drive lines easier. If the PTO is mounted to the right hand side of the transmission, then specify (RA) for winch assembly. (LA) for left hand PTO mounting.
The standard assembly configuration for low mount, front bumper installations would position the input shaft or hydraulic motor toward the rear (radiator).
The standard assembly configuration for upright mounted installations would position the input shaft or hydraulic motor toward the front (cab). If the worm shaft is to point toward the rear wheels, specify "rear drive".
The standard assembly configuration of the winch safety brake is always for "overwind" of the cable onto the winch drum. If underwind drum rotation is required, you must specify "set brake for underwind".
Power take-off output shaft rotation is determined in relation to the vehicle engine. It may be termed "engine rotation" or "opposite engine rotation".

WINCH MODEL NUMBER AND ASSEMBLY IDENTIFICAITON