Notices
JK Off-Road 101 Bulletin board forum regarding topics such as general off-roading tips, tricks, techniques and equipment usage such as winching and vehicle recovery information.
Sponsored by:
Sponsored by: CARiD

winch and bumper

Thread Tools
 
Old Nov 9, 2012 | 05:29 PM
  #1  
onerichef's Avatar
Thread Starter
JK Enthusiast
 
Joined: Nov 2012
Posts: 167
Likes: 1
From: Lincoln , RI
Default winch and bumper

So I guess I'm going to put a winch on. I'e only had the Jeep for a few months but sold my cars because I know I'm not going to drive them anyway. I'm looking at the Quadratec package....High Rock front bumper, Grill guard, Q1100 winch/steel, d rings etc I will want to remount my 6in pro comps somewhere on it. I haven't bought it yet anyone have any comments?? Mine is JK, 2011 18 in Jeep rims w/ bridgestones , few more extras tube doors, lights, etc.
Thanks!!!
Reply
Old Nov 9, 2012 | 10:04 PM
  #2  
big dr's Avatar
JK Freak
 
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 844
Likes: 1
From: huntington beach CA
Default

I went with the JCR stubby front. it is very simple, and short. It wont get in the way of the tires,, ever. It is very low profile, is very heavy duty, comes raw, so if you want to add a stinger prior to paint or powder you can, and it has good ground clearance. It also has mounts for stock fog lights, and pre drilled holes for your 6" lights. it has welded in loops for shackles, and its an easy direct bolt in install. Did i mention it's beefy as hell! I mention it specifically, because it doesn't seem like too many people have it. It kind of sets a jeep apart. There are so many bumpers out there, I would definitely check out the selection at quadratec. they carry a but load of bumpers. Good luck finding yours!!
As far as winch goes,,,, in my experiance, any of the big names will work.

Last edited by big dr; Nov 9, 2012 at 10:08 PM.
Reply
Old Nov 14, 2012 | 01:26 PM
  #3  
Gman*2007's Avatar
JK Junkie
 
Joined: Apr 2012
Posts: 2,552
Likes: 0
From: Huntsville, TX
Default

Welcome to the forum. Bumpers is going to be a tough decision. There are so many to chose from. You'll need to see which type fills your needs and go from there.
Reply
Old Nov 14, 2012 | 02:37 PM
  #4  
larythebaker394's Avatar
Former Member
 
Joined: Aug 2012
Posts: 25
Likes: 0
Default

Originally Posted by Gman*2007
Welcome to the forum. Bumpers is going to be a tough decision. There are so many to chose from. You'll need to see which type fills your needs and go from there.
Out of curiosity, what bumpers are you running?
Reply
Old Nov 15, 2012 | 03:10 PM
  #5  
flienlow's Avatar
JK Enthusiast
 
Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 333
Likes: 0
From: Somewhere,CA
Default

Originally Posted by big dr
I went with the JCR stubby front. it is very simple, and short. It wont get in the way of the tires,, ever. It is very low profile, is very heavy duty, comes raw, so if you want to add a stinger prior to paint or powder you can, and it has good ground clearance. It also has mounts for stock fog lights, and pre drilled holes for your 6" lights. it has welded in loops for shackles, and its an easy direct bolt in install. Did i mention it's beefy as hell! I mention it specifically, because it doesn't seem like too many people have it. It kind of sets a jeep apart. There are so many bumpers out there, I would definitely check out the selection at quadratec. they carry a but load of bumpers. Good luck finding yours!!
As far as winch goes,,,, in my experiance, any of the big names will work.
X2!! There are endless choices. JCR -Not chinese made, built like a brick shithouse, stock fogs work, and look cool.
Attached Thumbnails Click image for larger version

Name:	jcr2.jpg
Views:	296
Size:	99.4 KB
ID:	388942   Click image for larger version

Name:	jcr1.jpg
Views:	276
Size:	43.5 KB
ID:	388943   Click image for larger version

Name:	jcr3.jpg
Views:	296
Size:	86.7 KB
ID:	388944  
Reply
Old Nov 15, 2012 | 08:14 PM
  #6  
Matthewd5's Avatar
JK Junkie
 
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 2,828
Likes: 0
From: Auburn Maine
Default

Originally Posted by big dr
I went with the JCR stubby front. it is very simple, and short. It wont get in the way of the tires,, ever. It is very low profile, is very heavy duty, comes raw, so if you want to add a stinger prior to paint or powder you can, and it has good ground clearance. It also has mounts for stock fog lights, and pre drilled holes for your 6" lights. it has welded in loops for shackles, and its an easy direct bolt in install. Did i mention it's beefy as hell! I mention it specifically, because it doesn't seem like too many people have it. It kind of sets a jeep apart. There are so many bumpers out there, I would definitely check out the selection at quadratec. they carry a but load of bumpers. Good luck finding yours!!
As far as winch goes,,,, in my experiance, any of the big names will work.
can you post a bigger picture of your rig/bumper?

the profile one is awfully small

matthew
Reply
Old Nov 15, 2012 | 08:16 PM
  #7  
Matthewd5's Avatar
JK Junkie
 
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 2,828
Likes: 0
From: Auburn Maine
Default

Originally Posted by flienlow
X2!! There are endless choices. JCR -Not chinese made, built like a brick shithouse, stock fogs work, and look cool.
thanks for the photo's!

that first one kind of says it all, that bumper looks great

can i ask how much it was sans winch? and did it include the loop or were there multiple choices?

matthew
Reply
Old Nov 16, 2012 | 12:28 AM
  #8  
Joeymellow67's Avatar
JK Newbie
 
Joined: Jan 2012
Posts: 6
Likes: 0
From: West palm beach, fl
Default

Rugged ridge XHD is great. Has use of factory fog lights, easy installation, comes with D-rings and has many options. My winch fit in perfectly. If you get tired of running a stubby, you can switch it to a full bumper, stinger or per-runner style. Low cost as well, compared to some of the pricey ones out there.
Reply
Old Nov 16, 2012 | 04:48 AM
  #9  
cis911's Avatar
JK Freak
 
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 538
Likes: 1
From: CAMP LEJEUNE, NC
Default

I have a , WARN CTI 9.5 and I was looking at this winch http://www.quadratec.com/products/12050_1402_07.htm what do you think
Reply
Old Nov 16, 2012 | 04:49 AM
  #10  
cis911's Avatar
JK Freak
 
Joined: Jul 2010
Posts: 538
Likes: 1
From: CAMP LEJEUNE, NC
Default

I was just looking for the cheapest bumper that had the fog light holes d ring mounts and obviously be able to hold the winch and for the price that's pretty good
Reply



All times are GMT -8. The time now is 02:14 AM.