45Kevin
Adventurer
One thing that has always bothered me about my AWD Express is the lack of a front recovery point.
I mean, if I get stuck there is really nothing up front to hook a strap or hook to.
I have seen a few guys that put trailer hitches up front, but I have a very limited approach angle and don't want to decrease it.
So my thought is to cut off the front cross member and replace it with a winch mount.
I'll bolt or weld it in place and cut a slot in the bumper for the line to come out.
There is room for my Englo 10,000# winch but the solenoids will need to be relocated and I'll have to figure out the free wheel lever.
I'll also cut slots in line with the frame for two shackle mounts to come out through the bumper.
Anyone else thought of, or done something like this?
I mean, if I get stuck there is really nothing up front to hook a strap or hook to.
I have seen a few guys that put trailer hitches up front, but I have a very limited approach angle and don't want to decrease it.
So my thought is to cut off the front cross member and replace it with a winch mount.
I'll bolt or weld it in place and cut a slot in the bumper for the line to come out.
There is room for my Englo 10,000# winch but the solenoids will need to be relocated and I'll have to figure out the free wheel lever.
I'll also cut slots in line with the frame for two shackle mounts to come out through the bumper.
Anyone else thought of, or done something like this?