Suggestions for a winch mount

05dak3.7 · #1 02-05-2007, 10:32 PM

Anyone got any suggestions on a good winch mount for these trucks???The plastic bumbers kinda uhh suck.

virused · #2 02-05-2007, 10:39 PM

You don't mount it to the bumper. A proper winch will come with a mouting kit which will allow you to mount it to the frame.

jonnymagnum · #3 02-05-2007, 10:42 PM

I would get a hitch mount. then you can put it on and take it off when you need it.

ericemery · #4 02-05-2007, 10:45 PM

Virused nailed it. new winches come with a mount that connects to the frame. You could also make a mount, much like a plow mount and connect it to the frame. I wouldn't suggest connecting to any other spot on the truck. you run a very good chance of breaking stuff.

virused · #5 02-05-2007, 10:45 PM

Check out these examples of complete winch kits. They are available cheaper at other places, but this gives you an idea:

http://www.tellico4x4.com/index.php/cPath/51_193

jnellydodge · #6 02-05-2007, 10:48 PM

Or just get a set of tow hooks

jimboscomp · #7 02-06-2007, 12:02 AM

You get a whole new bumper ($1300) then you buy a 15,000lb winch ($400), then, you go out into the woods, find a Ford F350 lifted with big tires, that's sinking in the mud, and you pull it out. Actually my friend and I have always used tow hooks too, it's nice less expensive alternative. They worked last thursday when I needed to be saved...

05dak3.7 · #8 02-06-2007, 12:06 AM

Iam not talking about getting a winch to pull others out..Ill use my truck for that..I need it to pull myself out

jonnymagnum · #9 02-06-2007, 12:08 AM

I would just get towhooks and letother people to pull you out.

Night_Runner · #10 02-06-2007, 12:09 AM

post up a pic of where your tow hooks are. also, did they come on your truck, or was it an extra cost