5th Gen T4R Hidden Winch Mount

[pelfreybilt]

After looking over my Hidden Winch Mount my questions are:

What are the eight 5/8" bolts for? I assume the four 1 1/4" bolts are for bolting the top sliding plate to the base plate but don't see where the 8 stubby bolts go.

What are the hex spacers for?

What are these slots for? See pic below.

BTW I left a voicemail with your shop last week but never got a call back.

Thanks. Brian

Our apologies about not returning your call. Occasionally an email or voicemail will slip through the cracks. Don't hesitate to call us if you have any more questions.

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[ADK Explorer]

The 8 bolts are designed to secure the Hidden Winch Mount to the factory frame mounting points.

Ok, I didn't think of that because I've had my bumper off before and if I recall correctly the OEM bolts were much longer. I see you have provided grade 8 bolts which I assume are stronger than the OEM. I guess I'll see when I pull the front off again. Thanks.

 

[ADK Explorer]

Got a call from Michael at Pelfrey today who told me the 5/8" bolts are for other trims to retain the factory splash guards or front plate?! The OEM bolts are to be reused to bolt the mount to the frame rails. I appreciate you guys getting back to me.

 

[pelfreybilt]

Got a call from Michael at Pelfrey today who told me the 5/8" bolts are for other trims to retain the factory splash guards or front plate?! The OEM bolts are to be reused to bolt the mount to the frame rails. I appreciate you guys getting back to me.

My apologies about the big miscommunication and incorrect info. We were just talking about this to ensure it doesn't happen again.

 

[ADK Explorer]

My apologies about the big miscommunication and incorrect info. We were just talking about this to ensure it doesn't happen again.

You just had me scratching my head there for a bit. Maybe add a page to the instructions showing a pic of each piece of hardware and purpose. I should be putting it on soon. Hopefully smooth sailing from here.

 

[pelfreybilt]

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[ADK Explorer]

Install complete. Worked out very well. Those aluminum spacers and stubby bolts came in handy. lol

 

[pelfreybilt]

Install complete. Worked out very well. Those aluminum spacers and stubby bolts came in handy. lol

Looks good! Thanks for sharing some pics

 

[pelfreybilt]

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