Hey everyone - I did some research and noticed that budbuilt and cbi (sp?) have hidden winch plates to work with our stock bumpers. I know it can be a little tight back there for 9500 and 12000lb winches (though they are possible to fit) but does anyone know if an 8000lb winch of a slightly lighter version will fit easily on the budbuilt mount on 03-05 frame? they do have a different plate for 06-09 i believe, but i have a 2004. i am thinking about going this route vs a bumper (not really looking to get into pro and cons of each) but only if an 8000lb or if they have slightly lighter like 7500 even will easily fit? i will call the manufacturer if need be. Thanks!!
pic of what itll be going on