2016-2017 front winch mount

I have used ARB on my previous Taco's and an FJ but want to keep that much weight off the front of my new 2017 if possible. There are several designs out but none have the long proven history of ARB. To those that have winch mounts on their 2016-2017, why did you pick the system you used? Also, do you have any buyers regret on the system and have you "put it to the test" yet.

 

I have the CBI system on my truck, looks great. I haven't got to test it yet however go to You Tube and search expedition overland. They run CBI off road equipment and they have tested it thoroughly. Very high Quality.

 

The T3 front bumper comes in aluminum as well!

 

I’m getting a HF movable receiver hitch winch mount so that I can pull from the front and from the rear. If your front plate bumper allows for a hitch receiver, it may be another option for you. There are many off-road situations where having the ability to pull from either direction would be useful.

 

Did you do the install yourself or have it done at a shop?

 

I have the SSO Lo-Pro bumper and have exceeded the 9000lb winch capacity with no issues.

https://www.southernstyleoffroad.com/product/2016-tacoma-slimline-hybrid-bumper/

 

Did you self install? If so, how long did it take and did you encounter any "issues"

 

Self-installed, no issues while installing other than certain winches will not fit and you will have to remove a small support bracket. The bracket is no longer needed as the winch provides support. there are a few threads on the install. Took only a couple hours.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/2017-pro-plus-sso-bumper.466399/

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/2016-sso-slimline-bumper.434910/page-36