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**special-K** · 04-12-2007, 09:04 AM

I like yer style.

fordf350 · 05-26-2007, 09:29 PM

Could you possibly send me the wiring diagram as I just got one this week and need to wire in. Thanks

DirtyLarry · 05-26-2007, 10:53 PM

Sure thing. PM me with your email address. The wiring instructions kinda contradict themselves but you'll figure it out with the help of them.

**Zoomad75** · 11-04-2007, 06:45 PM

PM DirtyLarry. He's the newfound keeper of knowledge when it comes to all things concerning Hickey Sidewinders. Actually, he's just got the wiring schematic, but I like busting his chops if you couldn't tell. He's currenty goofing off in Texas at Texas motor speedway watching the NASCAR festivities. If he is not completely wiped out when he gets back to his hotel he should be able to respond with the schematic. Just give him your email addy in the PM.

DirtyLarry · 11-05-2007, 12:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zoomad75

PM DirtyLarry. He's the newfound keeper of knowledge when it comes to all things concerning Hickey Sidewinders. Actually, he's just got the wiring schematic, but I like busting his chops if you couldn't tell. He's currenty goofing off in Texas at Texas motor speedway watching the NASCAR festivities. If he is not completely wiped out when he gets back to his hotel he should be able to respond with the schematic. Just give him your email addy in the PM.

Yes, Zoo.....I sent Buddy the PDF file of Sidewinder instructions on Thursday. :m4: Thanks for keeping tabs on the thread.

................And the truck race at TMS was very cool to watch tonight. The Sat and Sunday race will be fun... Got Pit passes and infield passes! Will be in the suite 2 stories up from turn 1 all weekend long except when we are on the bus in the infield. Very crazy here.

DirtyLarry · 11-05-2007, 07:32 PM

Texas has been a good time… lost 35 bucks in the pool though. at least we have plenty of beer.

Daz' · 11-04-2008, 05:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DirtyLarry

Yes, Zoo.....I sent Buddy the PDF file of Sidewinder instructions on Thursday. :m4: Thanks for keeping tabs on the thread.

................And the truck race at TMS was very cool to watch tonight. The Sat and Sunday race will be fun... Got Pit passes and infield passes! Will be in the suite 2 stories up from turn 1 all weekend long except when we are on the bus in the infield. Very crazy here.

Hi Larry
Could I get the same Sidewinder instructions you sent to Buddy?
Thanks
Daz

1976K5CHALET · 03-29-2009, 03:42 AM

I have one i drove to NM to snag. I posted it in the FS section but i think its time to clean her up and see if i can make it work and then mount it on the front of ole reliable herself....the chalet.

I have the original manuals that came with as well.

DW

Daz' · 03-29-2009, 12:02 PM

Could not find in the FS section. What do you think it is worth?

baja1000 · 06-22-2008, 08:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Zoomad75

PM DirtyLarry. He's the newfound keeper of knowledge when it comes to all things concerning Hickey Sidewinders. Actually, he's just got the wiring schematic, but I like busting his chops if you couldn't tell. He's currenty goofing off in Texas at Texas motor speedway watching the NASCAR festivities. If he is not completely wiped out when he gets back to his hotel he should be able to respond with the schematic. Just give him your email addy in the PM.

I was searching Craigslist a few months ago and found a Vic Hickey Sidewinder winch, It was installed and never un spooled or used, The guy wanted $120.00 He took $100.00 Not a bad deal

masterbeavis · 11-06-2007, 07:18 PM

I had gotten a hickey in a '71 I sold a while back. It looked like it was a big pain in the neck to operate. Who wants to open their hood to operate their winch?? I dumped that rig for $600 (or less, I don't remember the exact price.)

**Zoomad75** · 11-07-2007, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by masterbeavis

I had gotten a hickey in a '71 I sold a while back. It looked like it was a big pain in the neck to operate. Who wants to open their hood to operate their winch?? I dumped that rig for $600 (or less, I don't remember the exact price.)

Um, I'm not sure you get the point of having a hidden winch then. Yes, to have the winch hidden you need to have it under the hood. So you got to get out to hook up the controller and plug it in, while you are there pop the hood pull the knob and commence winching.

Sure it's not as accessable as a bumper mounted winch, but it's not as much of a target for theft either. Even if one did notice it, it's sure not as easy to remove as a bumper mounted one thats for sure.

It's ok you don't like it.. Some of us do. Plus it's a pretty cool chunk of wheeling history that still works quite well. I'd love to find one for mine.

**franks72** · 11-08-2007, 09:14 PM

dirtylarry . I just got a sidewinder two days ago that I want to use on my car trailer . This thing looks like a great winch. I thought I would look on the web to see if I could find a wire diagram and It led me to here. The truck forum I'm on every night. I never thought to ask in the 4x4 section . Anyway I would like to know if I could get a copy of the instructions also. It would be a big help. I'll send a pm with my email. Thanks..

DirtyLarry · 11-09-2007, 09:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by franks72

dirtylarry . I just got a sidewinder two days ago that I want to use on my car trailer . This thing looks like a great winch. I thought I would look on the web to see if I could find a wire diagram and It led me to here. The truck forum I'm on every night. I never thought to ask in the 4x4 section . Anyway I would like to know if I could get a copy of the instructions also. It would be a big help. I'll send a pm with my email. Thanks..

Instructions have been emailed.

masterbeavis · 11-08-2007, 11:20 PM

You can at least give me credit for not cutting it off to help the chances of the truck selling.

**Zoomad75** · 11-25-2007, 12:11 AM

Sidewinder sighting!!!! While sitting in front of the local Safeway this morning while the wifey went in for last minute turkey day prep, I saw a sidewinder. Funny thing was that it was on a 96 Z71. I was putting around the lot when I saw the cable hooked to the tow hook, but no visible winch. A quick look back found the vertical hawse slot just below the licence plate.

I never knew you could get a sidewinder for that body style of truck! Just another option to look for when looking for a sidewinder I guess..

wolcotts1950 · 12-16-2007, 12:28 AM

I recently got a vintage Sidewinder that needs a new motor, i did find
the motor available online. I do need a wiring diagram if some one could
help me out.
Thanks, Jim

DirtyLarry · 12-16-2007, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wolcotts1950

I recently got a vintage Sidewinder that needs a new motor, i did find
the motor available online. I do need a wiring diagram if some one could
help me out.
Thanks, Jim

PM me with your email address. The file is in PDF format.

**Yukon Jack** · 06-23-2008, 10:28 AM

What a bargain! So, about how much does a Sidewinder winch weigh?

DirtyLarry · 06-23-2008, 07:39 PM

That is a heck of a deal you got there Baja!

That cable definitely looks brand new. Did you get the skid plate, relays and all the other goodies as well? PM me if you would like a PDF copy of the instructions that I received from Advance Adapters.

Yukon,

My guess is they weight about 80 lbs or so. There not the strongest winch but are still pretty cool piece of GM truck history. I still want to mount a stronger winch on the rear bumper someday soon before I find myself in a sticky situation where the Sidewinder might get burnt up.

I noticed my Sidewinder is leaking so that will need to be dealt with once I get the 8.1L all buttoned down and situated.

moonlight · 06-27-2008, 10:01 AM

A Hickey Sidewinder w/cable weighs 122 lbs. (w/out skid plate).

An original skid / protection plate (for a '74 Blazer) weighs 19+ lbs.

Daz' · 10-30-2008, 02:26 AM

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OrrieG · 10-30-2008, 05:54 PM

I am getting ready to clean up the Sidewinder Winch I got. Has anyone been into one of these? Can I assume that you can just unbolt the cover plates and clean everything up without any hidden springs, etc. waiting to "jack-in-the-box"? Just don't want to get hurt...

If anyone has a set of original owners instructions with a blown up diagram they could copy that would be great! I got the wiring stuff from Larry, really helped with the the rats nest I got.

Also, it looks like you do not have to open the hood to use the winch if you set up the clutch lever to operate from underneath or through the grille and you locate the control cable connection in the grill or between the bumper and valence like you would a trailer electrical connection on the back bumper.

1976K5CHALET · 03-29-2009, 02:06 PM

Couple hundred bucks i'd assume due to said winch being a rarity.
I'll clean her up this week and see if i can make her work...
Need to go thru all 8 K5's and start parting things out and such anyways.

DW

Oilbrnr · 08-04-2009, 09:22 PM

So, I'm bringing this thread back up from the dead in case someone does a search needing the installation instructions and/or original owners manual. My Dad had keep the info so I scanned it and converted to a PDF.

Follow the link in my sig. Hope it helps!

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05-26-2007, 09:29 PM	#2
fordf350 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Castle Rock, CO USA Posts: 11	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score Could you possibly send me the wiring diagram as I just got one this week and need to wire in. Thanks __________________ 72 chevy k10 4sp ps pw pl tilt ac 4"lift 67 chevy c-10 ps pb 4sp 68 chevy k10 swb ps pb ac tilt 4sp

05-26-2007, 10:53 PM	#3
DirtyLarry Windy Corner of a Dirty Street Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Pueblo West, Colorado Posts: 2,926	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score Sure thing. PM me with your email address. The wiring instructions kinda contradict themselves but you'll figure it out with the help of them. __________________ Current vehicle collection: 1978 Chevrolet K10, 8.1L, NV4500, NP205 1989 Chevrolet Suburban, 8.1L, NV4500, NP241 1993 Chevrolet C1500 Sportside, TBI 7.4L, 4L60E 2001 Chevrolet K2500HD, Ext Cab, SWB, 8.1L, ZF 6 speed 2014 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 3.6L Vortec 8.1L because life is too short to tolerate underpowered vehicles Instagram

11-04-2007, 06:45 PM	#4
Zoomad75 K5Camper Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Pueblo, CO Posts: 1,513	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score PM DirtyLarry. He's the newfound keeper of knowledge when it comes to all things concerning Hickey Sidewinders. Actually, he's just got the wiring schematic, but I like busting his chops if you couldn't tell. He's currenty goofing off in Texas at Texas motor speedway watching the NASCAR festivities. If he is not completely wiped out when he gets back to his hotel he should be able to respond with the schematic. Just give him your email addy in the PM. __________________ Rob Z. 1975 K5 350/465/205/D44/12b 4" lift on 35's- RIP 1991 K5 8.1L/NV4500/241/D44/14b FWC Camper

11-05-2007, 07:32 PM	#6
DirtyLarry Windy Corner of a Dirty Street Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Pueblo West, Colorado Posts: 2,926	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score Texas has been a good time… lost 35 bucks in the pool though. at least we have plenty of beer. Attached Images __________________ Current vehicle collection: 1978 Chevrolet K10, 8.1L, NV4500, NP205 1989 Chevrolet Suburban, 8.1L, NV4500, NP241 1993 Chevrolet C1500 Sportside, TBI 7.4L, 4L60E 2001 Chevrolet K2500HD, Ext Cab, SWB, 8.1L, ZF 6 speed 2014 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 3.6L Vortec 8.1L because life is too short to tolerate underpowered vehicles Instagram

03-29-2009, 03:42 AM	#8
1976K5CHALET Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Grand Junction, Colorado Posts: 611	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score I have one i drove to NM to snag. I posted it in the FS section but i think its time to clean her up and see if i can make it work and then mount it on the front of ole reliable herself....the chalet. I have the original manuals that came with as well. DW __________________ Doug Wright aka K5NUTT over @coloradok5.com Owner of http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ChevyK5BlazerChalets Certified K5 Nut

03-29-2009, 12:02 PM	#9
Daz' Registered User Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: San Diego, CA 92071 Posts: 3	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score Could not find in the FS section. What do you think it is worth?

11-06-2007, 07:18 PM	#11
masterbeavis Having issues Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Eldorado Ca, an hour east of sacramento Posts: 696	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score I had gotten a hickey in a '71 I sold a while back. It looked like it was a big pain in the neck to operate. Who wants to open their hood to operate their winch?? I dumped that rig for $600 (or less, I don't remember the exact price.)

11-08-2007, 09:14 PM	#13
franks72 Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Wilmington DE Posts: 218	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score dirtylarry . I just got a sidewinder two days ago that I want to use on my car trailer . This thing looks like a great winch. I thought I would look on the web to see if I could find a wire diagram and It led me to here. The truck forum I'm on every night. I never thought to ask in the 4x4 section . Anyway I would like to know if I could get a copy of the instructions also. It would be a big help. I'll send a pm with my email. Thanks.. __________________ 72 cheyenne super BB402 TH400 Air Tack Tilt Posi P/S P/B AM/FM 12.96 @ 101.82 mph 60ft 1.82 12.39 @111.33 With a 180 shot nos 69 Camaro RS http://s94.photobucket.com/albums/l117/fdelcoglin/ email fdelcoglin@hotmail.com

11-08-2007, 11:20 PM	#15
masterbeavis Having issues Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Eldorado Ca, an hour east of sacramento Posts: 696	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score You can at least give me credit for not cutting it off to help the chances of the truck selling. __________________ Quando Omni Flunkus Moritati. The Man's Prayer: "I'm a man, but I can change, if I have to, I guess."

11-25-2007, 12:11 AM	#16
Zoomad75 K5Camper Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Pueblo, CO Posts: 1,513	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score Sidewinder sighting!!!! While sitting in front of the local Safeway this morning while the wifey went in for last minute turkey day prep, I saw a sidewinder. Funny thing was that it was on a 96 Z71. I was putting around the lot when I saw the cable hooked to the tow hook, but no visible winch. A quick look back found the vertical hawse slot just below the licence plate. I never knew you could get a sidewinder for that body style of truck! Just another option to look for when looking for a sidewinder I guess.. __________________ Rob Z. 1975 K5 350/465/205/D44/12b 4" lift on 35's- RIP 1991 K5 8.1L/NV4500/241/D44/14b FWC Camper

12-16-2007, 12:28 AM	#17
wolcotts1950 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Rutland Ma. Posts: 1	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score I recently got a vintage Sidewinder that needs a new motor, i did find the motor available online. I do need a wiring diagram if some one could help me out. Thanks, Jim

06-23-2008, 10:28 AM	#19
Yukon Jack Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Rose Hill, KS, USA Posts: 12,683	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score What a bargain! So, about how much does a Sidewinder winch weigh? __________________ 1970 Blazer with a 400 sbc and 4" lift 1980 Pontiac Trans Am, 455 Oldsmobile 2012 Kawasaki Concours 14

06-23-2008, 07:39 PM	#20
DirtyLarry Windy Corner of a Dirty Street Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Pueblo West, Colorado Posts: 2,926	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score That is a heck of a deal you got there Baja! That cable definitely looks brand new. Did you get the skid plate, relays and all the other goodies as well? PM me if you would like a PDF copy of the instructions that I received from Advance Adapters. Yukon, My guess is they weight about 80 lbs or so. There not the strongest winch but are still pretty cool piece of GM truck history. I still want to mount a stronger winch on the rear bumper someday soon before I find myself in a sticky situation where the Sidewinder might get burnt up. I noticed my Sidewinder is leaking so that will need to be dealt with once I get the 8.1L all buttoned down and situated. __________________ Current vehicle collection: 1978 Chevrolet K10, 8.1L, NV4500, NP205 1989 Chevrolet Suburban, 8.1L, NV4500, NP241 1993 Chevrolet C1500 Sportside, TBI 7.4L, 4L60E 2001 Chevrolet K2500HD, Ext Cab, SWB, 8.1L, ZF 6 speed 2014 Chevrolet Impala LTZ 3.6L Vortec 8.1L because life is too short to tolerate underpowered vehicles Instagram

06-27-2008, 10:01 AM	#21
moonlight drive Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Massachusetts Posts: 12	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score A Hickey Sidewinder w/cable weighs 122 lbs. (w/out skid plate). An original skid / protection plate (for a '74 Blazer) weighs 19+ lbs. Attached Images __________________ "THE DEVIL RIDES SHOTGUN" Last edited by moonlight; 06-27-2008 at 10:19 AM.



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10-30-2008, 02:26 AM	#22
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10-30-2008, 05:54 PM	#23
OrrieG Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Idaho Posts: 8,800	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score I am getting ready to clean up the Sidewinder Winch I got. Has anyone been into one of these? Can I assume that you can just unbolt the cover plates and clean everything up without any hidden springs, etc. waiting to "jack-in-the-box"? Just don't want to get hurt... If anyone has a set of original owners instructions with a blown up diagram they could copy that would be great! I got the wiring stuff from Larry, really helped with the the rats nest I got. Also, it looks like you do not have to open the hood to use the winch if you set up the clutch lever to operate from underneath or through the grille and you locate the control cable connection in the grill or between the bumper and valence like you would a trailer electrical connection on the back bumper.

03-29-2009, 02:06 PM	#24
1976K5CHALET Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Grand Junction, Colorado Posts: 611	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score Couple hundred bucks i'd assume due to said winch being a rarity. I'll clean her up this week and see if i can make her work... Need to go thru all 8 K5's and start parting things out and such anyways. DW __________________ Doug Wright aka K5NUTT over @coloradok5.com Owner of http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ChevyK5BlazerChalets Certified K5 Nut

08-04-2009, 09:22 PM	#25
Oilbrnr Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Scottsdale, AZ Posts: 390	Re: 70’s Hickey Sidewinder Winch score So, I'm bringing this thread back up from the dead in case someone does a search needing the installation instructions and/or original owners manual. My Dad had keep the info so I scanned it and converted to a PDF. Follow the link in my sig. Hope it helps! __________________ -Don- '66 C10 w/factory A/C '77 Cheyenne K5 350/465/205 '80 Custom Deluxe K20 350/465/205 '04 Denali XL '05 DMax CCLB 4x Have a Hickey Sidewinder Winch and need the owners/install manual? Send me a PM with your email address and I'll forward you a .pdf

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