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Dec 2, 2009 | 10:31 AM

#11

oysterhead

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here it is, looks super burly to me: http://www.discovery2.co.uk/winch.html

Dec 2, 2009 | 02:54 PM

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meltdowndave

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Willie00d2

I have the Hidden Winch mount that I bought from Meltdowndave installed now. I put a Warn M8000 on it I had laying around. The control box is mounted in the old jack location. I also hooked up a in cab control switch with a safety switch and LED.

The front only sags a 1/4 more now with the winch. I will probably get some 2" heavy duty lift springs soon. I already have OME shocks installed.

Has anyone had any problems with the mount moving while under high loads? I have not used it yet under any load. Just wondering. I have the bolts very tight. I was considering adding some brackets or turn buckles from the winch base then up to the frame.

Willie

Glad you got it installed, Willie.

I never had an issue with it on the times that I tested it, but never put it under a full load.

I'd imagine the weak link, if there is one, would be the bolts. Perhaps something more heavy duty would put your mind at ease?

Dec 3, 2009 | 06:13 AM

#13

Jull

Winching

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From: St-Lazare-de-Bellechasse

Has anyone installed one of those on a D1? Unlike the D2, there is an oil cooler in the way on the D1, which may cause the winch to sit pretty low.

Dec 3, 2009 | 10:27 AM

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Urban Panzer

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Jull

Has anyone installed one of those on a D1? Unlike the D2, there is an oil cooler in the way on the D1, which may cause the winch to sit pretty low.

The oil cooler on the D1 sits way higher than the winch, will not affect it at all, the D1 setup is almost identical

Dec 3, 2009 | 11:53 AM

#15

yesmar

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it looks sooo clean

Last edited by yesmar; Dec 3, 2009 at 11:57 AM.

Dec 3, 2009 | 12:52 PM

#16

Disco Mike

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Urban Panzer

The oil cooler on the D1 sits way higher than the winch, will not affect it at all, the D1 setup is almost identical

How is it mounted and to what?

Dec 3, 2009 | 02:59 PM

#17

oysterhead

Winching

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Willie00d2

can you post pics?

Mike- look here! http://www.discovery2.co.uk/winch.html

Dec 3, 2009 | 06:44 PM

#18

Willie00d2

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I don't know how to upload picture's onto the forum.

Willie

Dec 3, 2009 | 09:44 PM

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Willie00d2

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Dec 3, 2009 | 11:44 PM

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Willie00d2

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Thanks again Dave, I am happy with the mount. I am going to add a bracket made from 3 inch angle iron to the frame. I have a few picture here, I will post more soon.
http://www.flickr.com/photos/roverd2...7622805456131/
Willie