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Old Jul 30, 2003 | 03:17 PM
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What would be the recommendations for the strongest hitch to put on the front and rear of a Bronco. I want to use a portable winch so I can pull from the front or the back and do not want to damage the vehicle or pull the hitch off.. Also what installation hints would you have/ Would you weld it in place along with the mounting bolts?
 
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I'd never weld to the frame, for several reasons. The best general advice I can think of is:
1) spread the load
2) keep it simple
3) use only Grade 8 or better fasteners
4) use factory frame holes where possible
5) budget the weight
 
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