Thanks guys but I went ahead and got the jk mount and winch from rough country gonna get it on wednesday or thursday I'll let you know how it goes and maybe add some pics

 

I'd like to see a pic because I'm also considering mounting one to my stock bumper. BTW, Qtec has Warn winches and stock bumper mounting plates, but the entry level for both is over $700.

 

I don't know much, but what I do know is I love the Warn Power plant.
I like that the compressor is part of it,

when the money starts coming back in I am getting that mounted on a xrc stubby for sure.

 

I looked at a similar option but eventually plumped up for the LOD mid-width bumper. The problem I found with using the OEM bumper is that the winch sits high on top of the bumper in front of the grill. I'd rather have my winch protected somewhat inside the bumper and not restricting the airflow of the grill.

 

Hey guys i finally got it installed and i have some pics but there not that great due to the fact the only camera i have is on my phone so there a little bright but i did my best and will try to get some more of them with a better camera some day

 

yeah as soon as i got it on i was thinking the same thing but i also have a k&n cold air intake and i feel like that will help keep the engine cool and it honestly doesnt sit that high on the bumper so the radiator should get just as much air coming through as is did before

 

just to add to the instillation process that i haven't talked about yet because there really weren't any problems i did it in my drive way in about 5 hours and i dont have power tools so i was doing it all with hand tools and though it was hard to feel my arms the day after i'm pretty happy with the way it came out there was one problem and it was really kind of a funny one the bolts for the fair lead were too big for the bumper mount which the only reason i found it funny was because both items were made by the same people so all it took was a quick ride to the hardware store to buy some bolts that would fit

 

Looks good, tho. How did the weight affect your ride and vehicle pitch?

 

I already have a rough country 3.5" lift and it looks like it's still holding up pretty much level did drop it too much to really notice

 

I have had a Warren in the past and now have a superwinch tallon 9.5. I am pleased with my decision to purchase a superwinch this time. Is seems to be good quality and pulls my JK with no strain. I agree with some previous comments; do some research and get what you can afford. Your new winch looks great!