Hidden Winch Install

Installed the hidden winch and wired. Test all remotes for proper operation.
Used the Torque Engineering mount. This mounts let’s you retain the factory recovery hook. Only modification done was to grind some metal for the winch to sit flat on left side of plate.
https://torq-engineering.com/products/toyota-tacoma-hidden-winch-mount
Mounted the winch control box using the Manor Mount. This mount lets me hook up the wired remote with ease.
https://shop.tandemoffroad.com/prod...oller-mount?rq=mk_toyota~md_tacoma-3g~yr_2018
Added a cut off switch from battery.
https://www.lambtekinnovations.com/products/05-current-toyota-tacoma-winch-switch-bracket-kit
SuperWinch Synthetic Rope 10,000lb with wired and wireless remotes, drum light, light in wired remote.
https://www.superwinch.com/en/produ...0sr-12v-10000-lb-synthetic-rope-winch-1710201
Will be adding a dual switch left of steering wheel..

$24 CH4x4 Momentary Small Dual Push Switch for Toyota Tacoma, FJ Cruiser, Land Cruiser, Fortuner, Hilux, 4Runner, Prado 12V 3Amp– Winch in/Out Symbol - Blue (Off) / Green (ON) LED

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B092FJPXQJ?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
Used this to trim around hawse fairlead.

$11 Cowles- 8 Feet of Black Truck/SUV Door Edge Guards, U-Shape PVC Edge Trim Stays on with Self Adhesive Hot Melt Glue Protects from Scratches/Dings and Opening into Walls or Other Cars

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BRYD9TQ?ie=UTF8
Recovery Hook
https://factor55.com/product/new-ultrahook/
Added these side brackets for better support when winching from the side.
https://c4fabrication.com/collectio...nt-bumper-frame-support-brackets-3rd-gen-2016

Before









After

 

Clean! Well done.

 

nice setup.
whats the black heatsink looking thingy in the right middle of the radiator?
i didn't think too much of it till now but do all winches mount that close in?
these tacos don't have all that much in terms of cooling surface, my little 4cyl has the same size radiator..
i'm curious to what effect that has when you are in arizona heat, slow speeds and winching

 

The wires are for the dual switch from inside truck.

 

awesome set up! looks great and really clean!!!

 

@VicNic3 I'm wondering the same thing. Seems to be a lot of 'stuff' inhibiting air flow thru the radiator. Might be wise to monitor engine & transmission temps.

 

I have been wanting to do the same thing. Guessing you are on stock suspension if you are did you get any sag?

 

My son has the same setup on his 19 and no problems at all in 100 degree summers at times in August in GA.

 

Well that answers my second question

 

There is a lot of room behind the piece supporting the winch control box. My son had this and no problems at all with cooling issues. Plus the lower grille is open also.

 

Starting the wiring for winch switch

 

Thank you!!! I was looking to use this kit for my future build.

The only difference is that I have an ARB front recovery point and cannot use the C4 Feb reinforcements. I was looking to do the BAMF reinforcement instead.

 

You're not grabbing enough thread with those two outer nuts on the frame horn bolts. You need to drill them out and install longer bolts so that you have better clamping force.

BAMF FBRB (Front bumper reinforcement brackets)2005 plus bumpers

 

Finished the wiring for the grille LED light bar.

Low beam lights on

High beams on

 

Mine.

 

Very clean set up. I wondered why so much room in the front of the trucks. I guess this is one good reason.

 

@1988Mercedes have you noticed any issues by not having the C4 Fabrication additional support brackets that @VicNic3 used on his installed? I am in the process of ordering the parts to do this project myself. I am just not sure on how necessary those C4 brackets are. my main concern is the mounting bolts not having enough tread to hold both, the winch mount and C4 bracket. any input you gents can provide would be highly appreciated. Thank you in advance!

 

@VicNic3 & @1988Mercedes what length battery and ground wires are you using. I'm going to be helping a friend install a Warn Zeon in his truck soon. And the wiring it comes preinstalled with, looks like it will be too short. Warn offers a 72" pos and neg wire set.

 

Question: have you or anyone else in this thread had to deal with these? They are blocking my hidden winch mount by about two inches. Did you have to relocate somehow?

 

I used these to move the cooler back out of the way..
https://usoffroad.us/products/2016-2022-tacoma-power-steering-cooler-relocation-kit