Bolt a 12 volt, 3000lb winch onto a trailer coupler and attach it to the trailer hitch of any vehicle and for around a $100.00 you now have the power to move heavy loads short distances.

I recently bought a boat and trailer in late fall that I needed to get into a tight spot for winter storage.  A regular size vehicle was too big and my small lawn tractor had no where near the power to move it, so I built this device  to attach to the lawn tractor’s trailer hitch.  By having someone hold the brakes down on the lawn tractor and blocking the wheels, with the engine turned off and the transmission in neutral, I was able to move the boat to where I wanted it by just using the winch.

When it came time to take the boat out of the water the 2 wheel drive pickup I was using could not get enough traction on the launch ramp to pull the weight of the boat and trailer up it.  I had this device with me so I parked my Cavalier at the top of the ramp on level ground.  I attached this device onto the trailer hitch of the car and connected the hook to the front bumper of the pickup.  I then had someone start the car (so the power brakes would be working), put there foot firmly on the brake (preventing all 4 wheels from turning) and place the car in neutral (to prevent damage to the transmission).  I was then able to use the winch to pull the pickup, boat, and trailer up the launch ramp.

There is no telling how many uses a device like this could be good for.  Next spring I am going to use it to try to remove an old tree stump.

Dave Lister

listerlogic.com

Note: This is an original idea by me but there may be similar products or patents already.  I am not an expert, if you attempt to build or use always consult with an expert and check with all local code and laws.  Build and use at your own risk.  I take no responsibility for injury, death or damage to property.  Moving heavy objects is extremely dangerous and involves a great deal of knowledge and common sense.