Next steps are to remove the bumper and start welding. Do series of stitches on back. You done need to weld it all the way. I do weld the whole winch area though.
I then turn my welder down a little for the front side as I want the weld to be small and minimize grinding. I do straight stringer beads in the seams. If you have small seams I suggest opening those up with a cut off disk. You only need to cut a slot half way through, this will keep from have seam cracks show after grinding.
Learn to grind, it is important. There are videos, but basically use a low angle and continuous motion, be careful not to dig or only grind a small area.
After grinding I use a palm sander to really get things smooth and my edges crisp.
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If you are doing just the center tube you can set it pretty vertical... center it, place it forward on the bumper as much as possible. Then tack just the front. Now open your hood... it will likely touch... bend the tube forward for clearance and add some tacks.
I find that in order to weld tube and have it look good, if you do overlapping tacks it gives a clean look and is easier. It's super hard to run a bead on the inner area. This method will look better.
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