Lift System Parts
Starcraft Winch for 1968-1982
SKU: PA-STAR0205-3037
$73.50
Part details
Replacement Winch for Starcraft Campers (1968-1982)
This is the replacement winch assembly for vintage Starcraft pop-up campers manufactured between 1968 and 1982. This is the winch used on the older Starcraft lift system, which is identifiable by its use of a single main cable that attaches to a central "yoke" to pull the four corner cables. A broken or malfunctioning winch will prevent the entire roof from being raised. This assembly is a direct replacement for the original.
Is This The Right Winch For You?
Please verify your camper's specifications before ordering:
- Model Year: This winch is specifically for Starcraft models manufactured from 1968 through 1982.
- System Type: Your camper must use the older lift system design, which features a single main cable attached to a central "yoke" that pulls the four corner cables.
HOW TO ORDER: Required Information
To ensure this is the correct part for your specific camper, please provide the following information using the required fields or in the order notes at checkout:
- Year
- Make (Starcraft)
- Model
- VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
Installation: Main Cable & Yoke (1982 & Older Tongue-Winch System)
Safety: Place jack stands under the front corners of the main frame before working underneath.
- Era check: this procedure is for the older system — a tongue-mounted winch with ONE main cable running to a 4-way yoke/spreader. If your winch has FOUR cables with turnbuckles, use the 1985–2000 guide instead.
- With the hard top down, raise the unit front for access to the cable under the frame (jack stands under the main frame).
- Insert the crank in the winch, turn clockwise just enough to free the ratchet, then release tension by turning counterclockwise.
- Loosen the cable clamp at the winch and remove the old cable; pull it out of the locking-bar loop and frame hole.
- Remove the two hex nuts securing the main cable eyebolt to the yoke.
- Thread the new cable through the frame hole and locking-bar loop up to the winch; insert the eyebolt into the yoke and secure with two hex nuts.
- Thread the taped end under the winch drum, into the clamp, and tighten.
- Check the upper door fit and mark the cable and winch body with yellow paint at proper height (full procedure in the guide).
Full guide with diagrams, maintenance tips, and troubleshooting: Starcraft 1982 & Older Guide.
Listed fitments (1)
Check your model, lift system and cable position against these listings and the part details.