Hidden winch finally installed

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For the longest time I've always wanted a winch. As someone who enjoys going out exploring alone, it's almost a necessity to have. 589 Fab makes a mount that goes behind the factory bumper.

The install was pretty straight forward. I cut the control box bracket shorter for a cleaner look under the hood.

All that's needed now is a good muddy trail to test everything out.
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That looks good, I've been thinking about one for my 2wd.
 

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I’m guessing that kills the automatic cruise control.
 


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I’m guessing that kills the automatic cruise control.
Nope, ADD makes a bracket that relocates it behind the grill. I've just been to busy with work to finish that part.
 

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For the longest time I've always wanted a winch. As someone who enjoys going out exploring alone, it's almost a necessity to have. 589 Fab makes a mount that goes behind the factory bumper.

The install was pretty straight forward. I cut the control box bracket shorter for a cleaner look under the hood.

All that's needed now is a good muddy trail to test everything out.
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Looks a great! Want to do the same for mine. What winch did you use? And how long did shopping take?
 
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Looks a great! Want to do the same for mine. What winch did you use? And how long did shopping take?
Used a Rough Country 9500lb synthetic winch. Shipping took about a month if I remember correctly because they had to make a new batch.
 

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Well done! Very clean look.
 

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Looks great and keeps it slick. (What wheels and tires do you have)
 

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Super helpful post! Thank you for sharing. I might have to look more into design, it's just so clean.
 

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For the longest time I've always wanted a winch. As someone who enjoys going out exploring alone, it's almost a necessity to have. 589 Fab makes a mount that goes behind the factory bumper.

The install was pretty straight forward. I cut the control box bracket shorter for a cleaner look under the hood.

All that's needed now is a good muddy trail to test everything out.
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Do you have pictures of the control box?

I am wanting to order this and install, but my only concern is that I have a catch can where it looks like they want tht control box. I've already moved my ACC in preparation to order and install. Thanks.
 

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Any updates or issues?
After my weeks of back and forth research...
(full winch bumper vs hidden winch)
I finally pulled the trigger on a 589 Fab winch mount and their RC synthetic 9500 pro. :)
Hopefully I dont have to wait too long for delivery.
 

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How did you hook up the positive cable to the battery? Which post did you use?
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