2012 vacuum pump relocation bracket for rugged ridge xhd bumper??
JK Junkie
Joined: Dec 2012
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From: Jacksonville NC
I have the LOD one that came with my Winch bumper. Its super easy to install I did not even have to unhook the lines to move it. The only thing I had to do was cut the old bracket off. It attaches to the crossbar and moves it further back and sideways.
JK Freak
Joined: Feb 2007
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From: Birmingham, AL
You know, after looking at it, the RR XHD winch plate only needs about 1" more clearance. I'm just going to cut off the thread posts, drill new holes, and remount the part under (instead of over) the bracket. If that's not enough clearance, I'll add some washers. I don't know what other winch plates require, but it really doesn't look like it needs all that work that the kits make you do. 
JK Freak
Joined: Feb 2007
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From: Birmingham, AL
Update- I moved the vacuum pump to the under side of the bracket and my M.O.R.E. front stubby fit. All that you have to do is grind off the factory bolts and drill a hole through where the old stud was. I used a few washers to space the pump down a bit. It's a PITA to get to the inside bumper bolts and it took some finesse to get the fog lights plugged back in, but it's doable. I don't remember having that much trouble on my 07, but it's which saved me from having to buy another stubby. No pics as it was getting dark and I wanted to get my bumper back on.