Warn winch on a Sportsmen 500

[Whopper Stopper]

My winch seems to be lagging in power. I don't hardly ever use it but the other day I was trying it and I doubt it would pull a cork out of a bottle. If my battery wasn't 100% could this be the culprit? Basically what happens is I hook up to something solid, and hit the button. It starts winding in cable but when the load starts to offer resistance it just slows down and stops. No clicking or any other sounds.

Thanks! I figured you guys would know.

WS

[jltimm]

Is your wheeler turning over easy? Showing any signs of a weak battery? Does your wheeler sit in the shed for a while without a trickle charger, or do you use it often as in more than once a week?

[Whopper Stopper]

I wouldn't say it turns over any to fast, but it does pop off after just a couple of spins. It sits out in a shed and there are times it will sit for a week or two without being run. I have never used a trickle on it and I am thinging the battery is 3-4 years old.

WS

[jltimm]

I'm guessing you may need a new battery, or charge the battery fully and then try it.

[Fredd]

I'd guess battery also. You'll want to make sure to get a heavy duty battery if you get a new one.