I'd like to install D-Ring shackles like the ones below in pictures with original bumpers. I looked around in the front area and didn't see a place where I can install these. Has anyone installed these with original bumpers in a way that they are visible? I'm doing it more for aesthetic (please don't hate) but would prefer both form and function, so if anyone has figured out a way of doing it, please let me know.
You'll need to add a pair of front recovery points to mount the shackles. There is nowhere on the OEM front frame area where you can really mount them otherwise. I have SRQ Fabrication recovery points, and they are very beefy and reasonably-priced (plus easy to install). They come raw so you'll need to rattle-can them (I also chose red). After that, you'll have a nice, secure area to mount the shackles where they are visible. I have yet to actually use mine but would have no qualms about pulling out another vehicle (or getting pulled out myself).