I am trying to install a Smittybuilt winch on my FJ40. I purchased the HFS bumper from coolcruisers which has the vertical mount holes. The X20 10K winch is a little long but can still fit between the rails but I either have to cut or ditch the triangle shaped bumper support brackets. Underneath the 1/8 inch triangle support brackets is another 1/8 half a support. I can still connect the bumper to that bracket. Is it ok to ditch that bracket?
Also the winch is usually mounted horizontally. I am not sure if vertically mounting it will cause any issues? Any thoughts?
Also the winch is usually mounted horizontally. I am not sure if vertically mounting it will cause any issues? Any thoughts?