Winch hidden behind stock bumper
 

Been having this winch for about 8 months and I finally got around to installing it!

I wanted it to hide behind the stock bumper...so let the cutting begin :)
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Made some brackets out of 1/4" angle iron.
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And utilized some factory holes even tho I still welded them
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Had to shorten engagement bolt
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Removable bracket
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Welded brackets in
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Bolted winch plate up
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Now you see it!
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Now you don't!
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Had so much fun I went ad did a donut ;)
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cool and clean install. nice job!

very nice! Power wagons got nothing on you haha

Looks good, I like it. Functional and hidden.

What he said! Looks absolutely perfect.

Thanx guys! Time to pull something!!

Time to hook it up to the top of a tree and test out the mount.:D

For those who dont have the welding skill check this out
Rough Country Sneak Peek!!!! - Chevy Truck Forum | GMC Truck Forum - GmFullsize.com

I've been debating whether to do a mount like you did or a multi mount. Cant decide.

What kind of hwy mileage are you getting at what mph?

Nicely done!!! Didn't know there was that much room back there! Kinda forgot how much room there is when there is no turbo stuff in the way.

Yeah that turbo stuff takes up some room but is well worth the realestate!

As far as hwy mileage I haven't been on a trip without towing something :( so I don't know yet! But I'm sure this 402 will drink the gas!

Ah, forgot about the stroker motor. Time to update buikd thread with the new goodies. Im interested to see how welk the rough country winch hokds up. The price looks really good for sure