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Haven't seen it done yet, but the Buckleup buttercup chick has a new mount she's selling that looks like it should work on capable bumper. It's super inexpensive and works with sensors too.
https://buckleupoffroad.com/product...ull-bar-for-2021-ford-bronco-w-modular-bumper
https://buckleupoffroad.com/product...ull-bar-for-2021-ford-bronco-w-modular-bumper
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That will 100% fit on capable bumper - I have the one it’s copying, Mabett. That’s a far better price than the Mabett listing and almost what I paid after discounts due to damage. Great find!!
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Found it as low as 2300... still a lot but comes with the Zeon 10S.
Nothing impresses in the aftermarket right now. The most promising one isn't that simple with the 2.7 (RCI hidden winch setup).
Installed the Warn 10s on my capable bumper with the RC High Winch Mount , the only issue is we bent the washers (forgot to put on the spacers like Tricky Dick) when mounting. so went to Ace and bought grade 8 hardware.
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Thanks for posting! Looks great!Here is a pic of the Turn Offroad Winch mount on my Bronco.
https://turnoffroad.com/collections...21-ford-bronco-oem-modular-bumper-winch-plate
Install process was super easy.
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Do you have any pics you can share of the hidden mount on your capable bumper
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So an honest review so far is that it is very heavily built with good welds, install instructions could use a little work but if you have decent knowledge of wrenching you will be fine.
The finish is painted, but would probably last a couple of years, with the exception of the painted zinc hardware (the 6 bolts on top the rest is stainless). The beautiful part is that is Adaptive cruise, parking sensors and front camera all work with no issues.
I chose to go with 12k Badlands Apex winch, well because it was easy to get and return if needed. Also I figured if Matt's off-road recovery uses them on their recovery wrecker then it is probably good enough for me. I also looked at Smithy Built and Warn Evo (Evos seem to have issues).
One thing to note is this mount goes around the modular bumper but does not bolt to it. It is instead sandwiches the bumper from the front. I didn't do any frame reinforcement but I probably should, because I could see the amount of leverage being great with the 12k winch.
Only issue I had was the Aluminum Fair lead that came with the winch had to be mounted upside down to clear the sharp bend of the camera mounting bracket.
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Great writeup! I'm running an identical setup minus the sensors and camera relocation. I have Tricky Dick's frame horn reinforcements for peace of mindSo an honest review so far is that it is very heavily built with good welds, install instructions could use a little work but if you have decent knowledge of wrenching you will be fine.
The finish is painted, but would probably last a couple of years, with the exception of the painted zinc hardware (the 6 bolts on top the rest is stainless). The beautiful part is that is Adaptive cruise, parking sensors and front camera all work with no issues.
I chose to go with 12k Badlands Apex winch, well because it was easy to get and return if needed. Also I figured if Matt's off-road recovery uses them on their recovery wrecker then it is probably good enough for me. I also looked at Smithy Built and Warn Evo (Evos seem to have issues).
One thing to note is this mount goes around the modular bumper but does not bolt to it. It is instead sandwiches the bumper from the front. I didn't do any frame reinforcement but I probably should, because I could see the amount of leverage being great with the 12k winch.
Only issue I had was the Aluminum Fair lead that came with the winch had to be mounted upside down to clear the sharp bend of the camera mounting bracket.
A heads up to keep an eye on the sensors that are mounted in the winch plate. My passenger side cover for the sensor hole came out at some unknown time and is long gone. I suspect a water crossing claimed it, but I have no idea
Even though wires are attached to the sensors, I'd still be cautious with them because a deep water crossing ripped the entire license plate mount, all of its hardware, and the electrical connection off of my rear bumper
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Does this mount block the intercooler air intake in any way?Here is a pic of the Turn Offroad Winch mount on my Bronco.
https://turnoffroad.com/collections...21-ford-bronco-oem-modular-bumper-winch-plate
Install process was super easy.
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Looks great, any issues noted? Just looking at the design. The Buckle up & Mabett one look exactly the same. Just looks like the Buckle up one is out of stock right now. Planning on gettign this very soon!
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Add me to the list of people curious about what the RC hidden winch install looks like with the Capable bumper. I've seen videos and pictures from over a year ago, but the design is a little different now and the only thing I can get from RC when I ask them why it won't work is "it will not fit". Gee, thanks.
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