Keep the factory look, add real recovery muscle. This HotMetalFab mount bolts directly to the frame using all factory holes, tucks any 9k–12k winch completely behind the bumper, and gives you 1/2" thick recovery points that won’t fold when you actually need them.
Why This Is the Winch Mount Every 2nd Gen Owner Ends Up Running
- 1/4" plate steel main structure – zero flex, ever
- 1/2" thick recovery shackle tabs – rated for full vehicle pulls
- 3/16" mini skid plates + integrated fairlead mount
- Light pod tabs on both sides – Baja S2, Rigid SRM, whatever
- 100% bolt-on – reuses all factory frame & bumper bolts (no new hardware needed)
- Fits Warn, Smittybilt, Harbor Freight Badland, most 9k–12k winches
- Only visible change: one clean lower valance cut (template included)
Install = One Saturday
- Drop bumper (6 bolts)
- Bolt mount to frame (factory hardware)
- Trim lower bumper plastic ~3" (template supplied)
- Reinstall bumper, mount winch, wire, done
Frequently Asked Questions
Will it clear my aftermarket bumper?
No designed for the factory plastic bumper only.
Does it drop the winch too low?
Nope sits at factory bumper height. Approach angle unchanged.
What winches fit?
Warn Zeon/MVR/XD9/XR9, Smittybilt XRC/X20, Badland Apex 12k, most standard-footprint 9k–12k winches.
Cruise control sensor / sway bar clearance?
100% clear on all 05–15 models, 4-cylinder & V6, 2WD & 4WD.
Powder coat?
Available — add after checkout, we’ll invoice separately (+2–3 weeks).
Lead time?
2–3 weeks raw | 4–6 weeks powder coated. Built in Loomis, CA when you order.