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Where do I mount my winch?

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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 07:57 AM
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You boys are really gonna want to use at least a hardened bolt on that application.....
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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 07:59 AM
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Originally Posted by GeoFishnJK
You boys are really gonna want to use at least a hardened bolt on that application.....
I've definitely found that works best
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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 08:00 AM
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Originally Posted by racer83l
if your sticking with the OEM bumper.. Warn makes a winch plate for the JK now.
Wow, I'm sure its nice and all, but for $10 more you can get a Rugged Ridge XHD bumper.
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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 09:02 AM
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Originally Posted by john smack
What grade bolts do you use to hold your wench down?
I would try Grade 8....if you want to keep it there.
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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 09:30 AM
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Yes i wheel alot
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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 09:31 AM
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Originally Posted by john smack
i mounted mine on top of the frame rails, i am in fort st john so i know about the mud and snow/ice, i made a mount for the control box to keep it out of the elements and water and also make it easy to plug in the hand control.

Do you wheel alot?

Jkbunny: I really like that aberle bumper!



yes i wheel alot
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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 09:44 AM
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Originally Posted by sharkbite
I used a universal mount plate from Harbor Freight for $30.00. Just took slight trimming to fit. Of course I mounted mine upside down on top of frame rails, but would work standard as well.

that's a nice clean set up... looks great !!!
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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 09:50 AM
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We should get some club members together one day and go for a good wheelin/ Fishing trip Some time
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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 10:34 AM
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Some said fishing trip - too bad your in B.C.
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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 10:52 AM
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Originally Posted by GeoFishnJK
Some said fishing trip - too bad your in B.C.
This is where all the fish are! Come on up buddy I am willing to go fishing/wheelin anyday!
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