2Dr HOSS 3.0 - Winch weight downsides

[Rob-Dude]

All,
I've searched but can't quite find a complete answer to my questions so I'm asking for some real world feedback.

I have a 2023 2Dr Wildtrack which I selected specifically for the Sasquatch package and the HOSS 3.0 suspension. I do a lot of solo backcountry driving on potholed fire roads with washboards. I'm considering installing the Ford factory front winch M-1821-B but I don't want to screw up my ride.

My questions for those with 2Dr HOSS 3.0 who have added a front winch are:
1) Does the addition of a winch package feel like there is a 200 pound person standing on your bumper as you drive, or is it barely noticeable?
2) Did the small sag induced by the weight of the winch+plate affect the valve behaviour of the shocks?
3) Did you end up switching front springs, add collars or something else in response? (other than for adjusting rake)

I will opt for a removable mount such as the Maximus-3 or similar if it's too much of a compromise.

Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
Rob

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[Phil B]

Consider replacing your springs to compensate for the additional weight.

https://eibach.com/

 

[HighVelocity]

200lbs? Jeebus not only do Warns blow up for no reason, they have fattened up over the years.

The JCR winch plate + 10k Superwinch comes in at 110lbs.

I used a pair of Sumo Springs coil spring helpers to offset the added weight.

 

[Valhalla]

I run an ARB summit and a 12k# X20, Mine did get softer but rides fine, I do have a custom rear winch bumper and a warn 10K evo on the rear though.

 

[Rob-Dude]

Thanks for your responses guys.

I see Valhalla and High Velocity both have Badlands so I'm assuming the Hoss 2.0 suspension. I test drove one of those and the ride was a lot firmer out of the box. The HOSS 3.0 in my Wildtrack is softer and it can almost feel a little mushy at times. For example, when you do a hard stop you get quite a bit of nose dive. I'm thinking that would be a lot worse with the winch on the front.

Phil B - do you run a winch up front? I couldn't find a picture in your profile with one but since you have a 2023 Wildtrack I'm assuming you have HOSS 3.0 too? I appreciate the suggestion to change out to eibachs but I wouldn't know what spring rate to choose.

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