Can you read? Tyson literally answers every single one of these questions in the first post between the prices, explainations and photos...
I love your design... I really was leaning toward a copy of what you have done when Alex showed up on the thread and said... OH I can make it easier for you... Yes It is going to cost me a tiny bit more than doing it myself but not much... and well... So much easier on me... Grey, you paved the way dude!.... credit to you.
I appreciate it. There are aspects about mine that I prefer, but mines honestly a bit of a pain for the first install. This one also keeps more room for the radiator, where I had to space my radiator up to get room. The inverted mount really allows for the most effective use of the space.
I was paying attention to that little bump in height and that tiny tilt for the radiator. I was literally writing notes. And yes, your guess at an MSRP was very good. I was calculating in my head my costs locally based on what I could do and what I needed help with since I do not have my own fab shop (although I know some guys).... LOL.... I like the back brace they are welding on this, should really stiffen for the lateral portion of loading. I am a bit concerned about the exposure to a hammered front skid... May have to weld on some stiffeners in the back of the skid like the ones you did for your plate.
Its also a bit reassuring that when I tallied up what I would expect a full kit to cost to replicate mine it is right in line with what HB is charging. (accounting for the difference in winch MSRP).
^^^Those shock reservoirs don't look "high clearance" to me.
Stop... there's only so much logic and properly detailed installation pics I can take before I forget I'm on the internet.Hey all! I had the privilege of installing this hidden winch mount on my Bronco and I could not be happier with how it turned out! From the time Alex first started mentioning the possibility, I knew it was the answer to repeatedly smacking my previous winch mount on ledges and climbs. That winch served its purpose, but I wanted more clearance.
Alex and HammerBuilt really did a great job on this project, all around!
I opted for the Wagner high mount intercooler, as I did not have ACC to relocate. That kit is a little more DIY in that there are currently no instructions (I believe Wagner is working on that) and the hoses (for the 2.3L) needed to be cut to length. There are actually some great threads in 6G where others already figured that out and have some great pictures of their installation.
I put a custom touch on my install and modified my Warhorse Bronco light mount to accept the winch remote plug and mounted the rocker switch (another winch control input provided by MileMarker) in the cubby in front of my gear shifter. That allows for winch operation without needing to dig out and connect the wired remote.
HammerBuilt also had the clever idea to mount a light above the winch drum so you can take a peek and see how the line is spooling. I wired that to come on when the winch power is on.
The installation was straight forward, but definitely takes some time from start to finish.
Again, I am super happy with the end result and Alex, and the team, was great to work with! If you are looking for the highest clearance winch option out there, I believe this is it.
I was taught to do that before asking any questions....You read to the end.
I get your point. I think the buyer of this is willing to spend to resolve the issues/compromises, but IMO also sees the intercooler as something that provides a benefit (even if required) and not just an additional expense. For those who were thinking about getting the intercooler anyway, the cost of the winch-specific items is much more palatable.
Well for the modular bumper AND the capable bumper the air inlet for the intercooler is in the same place right???? That is where the fairlead goes.... same place on any bumper (stock or aftermarket) that has the air inlet for the stock intercooler positioned in the stock location.
