Winch Install on Factory JL Front Bumper

[JSFoster75]

I'm wanting to add a winch to my Jeep without changing the bumper, I found the following Warn mount and Winch... Thoughts/Suggestions?

I'm looking for an emergency use winch only, not wanting to drop $1,800 on a Warn... I'm not a rock-crawler, just casual trails, etc.

Bumper Mount

Rock Hard Winch Mount (Do I need the Light Hoop?)
https://www.rockhard4x4.com/product_p/rh-90205.htm
or
Warn 101255 Winch Mount Plate
https://www.quadratec.com/p/warn/winch-mount-plate-jeep-wrangler-jl-factory-steel-bumper


Winch

Smittybilt 9500 lb 97495 XRC Gen2 Winch
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JXS3BXI?tag=mcaveman-20&th=1
or
Smittybilt 10,000 lb 98510 x10 Waterproof Synthetic Rope WInch
https://www.amazon.com/Smittybilt-9...17-20&linkId=33f826be6b0070256ff1000c37aed660

Write up here: https://mozaw.com/best-winch-for-jeep/

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[JP18]

I'm looking for an emergency use winch only, not wanting to drop $1,800 on a Warn... I'm not a rock-crawler, just casual trails, etc.

That'll do it. Just make sure that the mounting holes pattern on the winch mount are the same as on the winch you are buying.

I wouldn't buy or install a non-Warn myself but everybody has different priorities and I respect that.

JP18

 

[Krondor]

You could also use one of these and just toss it in the Jeep when you go offroading?

TR Industrial Portable 4-Ton Dual Gear Power Puller (click)

 

[AnnDee4444]

Check out the Maximus-3 mounting plate. It's rated at 12,000 lbs, and they offer some unique accessories. https://www.jlwranglerforums.com/forum/threads/maximus-3-jl-winch-plate-accessories.17149/

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