Winch Capable Front Bumper

[Dr. Zaius]

The ARB Summit bumper is also compatible with the ACC.

I probably won't get one until this spring or summer so I'm hoping more options may be available then.

As of right now, the ARB is my top choice.

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[Bart]

I plan on going with the arb as well. I but too will wait a little while, just to see if anyone releases anything else thats compelling. Blackgatecustoms looks like they will have something soon, renders look good.

 

[tbirdz12]

not as bad as I thought it would be. a little time consuming, but not really that difficult. Plan on a full day for install, though a bit of that time was simply rotating the winch for the clutch lever and connections to line up properly, and extending the power cables to reach the engine bay

Thanks

 

[RVA Overland]

I am considering this one https://www.stage3motorsports.com/48002523-2019-2020-Ford-Ranger-AFN-Front-Bumper.html looks intriguing, just don't like the access to the winch clutch lever.

 

[HoosierT]

I am considering this one https://www.stage3motorsports.com/48002523-2019-2020-Ford-Ranger-AFN-Front-Bumper.html looks intriguing, just don't like the access to the winch clutch lever.

Yep, that’s where I drew the line too...
That, and they released it in semi-gloss. No bueno for my build.

 

[AlexBrand]

Was hoping to get the ford performance bumper from this link, but I can't seem to find it anywhere with a buy option any help finding it would be awesome but i just love the way its from Ford, has plenty of room for lighting accessories and seems to flow well with the body.
https://media.ford.com/content/ford...oad-parts-winch-ready-bumper-ford-ranger.html

 

[HoosierT]

Was hoping to get the ford performance bumper from this link, but I can't seem to find it anywhere with a buy option any help finding it would be awesome but i just love the way its from Ford, has plenty of room for lighting accessories and seems to flow well with the body.
https://media.ford.com/content/ford...oad-parts-winch-ready-bumper-ford-ranger.html

I could be wrong but I don’t think it’s actually released yet.

 

[HTX1811]

Mounted the ADD bumper today.

 

[AlexBrand]

Recently stumbled across a Hybrid bumper of Winch / Baja styles, unfortunately it’s only for Tacoma’s. However after talking to him, all he’s missing is a Ranger in Colorado to get started (; with all the rendering and measurements anyone in Colorado willing to help and finally get us a SLICK bumper? Just love the styling of how it doesn’t stick out a ton, increasing approach angles and creating a seamless look to the front of the truck!

 

[RVA Overland]

@HTX1811 that looks great. How easy/hard is it to reach the clutch lever on the winch?

 

[HTX1811]

@HTX1811 that looks great. How easy/hard is it to reach the clutch lever on the winch?

Thanks. It’s a pretty slick and tucked in look.
Right now it’s simple. Just reach in and turn. One question I have for ADD is how the hell do you reach it after a light bar is installed? It appears it will be completely blocked at that point.
My solution for now is to mount two or 3 smaller bars instead of one long one leaving a gap for access. Not 100% on that yet but I don’t see another option that will leave easy access. I’ll get more pics today showing the fit and access.

 

[HoosierT]

Thanks. It’s a pretty slick and tucked in look.
Right now it’s simple. Just reach in and turn. One question I have for ADD is how the hell do you reach it after a light bar is installed? It appears it will be completely blocked at that point.
My solution for now is to mount two or 3 smaller bars instead of one long one leaving a gap for access. Not 100% on that yet but I don’t see another option that will leave easy access. I’ll get more pics today showing the fit and access.

Yep, that's what I pointed out in post #18. You're not getting to that lever with a light bar installed. You're going to have to unwind with the remote which will take some time. Drawback to the more tucked bumpers.

 

[HTX1811]

I was able to mount the control box on the side of the winch with a very slight modification to the bumper. I cut a small notch in the bumper to make enough clearance. I’ll get pics up in a few.

 

[HTX1811]

Here is the finished product. I like it a lot. Still not sure what to do about clutch access though.

 

[RoadBoss]

Here is the finished product. I like it a lot. Still not sure what to do about clutch access though.

the first picture you posted I wasn't crazy about it, but after seeing it from more angles, I actually really like this. also actually looks great with that tire and stock wheel setup.

also, as far as light bars go, could look really cool to have a medium sized bar in the middle, and maybe a pair of smaller yellow lights at the sides. At least I like the idea of having some yellow for fog and snow and to help accent terrain variations.

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