2007+ JK Winch Mount

Product FAQs

Will I need to make suspension modifications to counter the added weight of the bumper and winch?

That will depend on your preferences. In general, the weight of our bumper (combined with a winch) equals about 200lbs. From that you can subtract roughly 35 lbs for the stock bumper you have removed. The remaining 165lbs will typically bring the nose of the JK down about 1/2-inch from stock height, with stock springs. You may notice a small change in the ride and handling of your JK or you may find the nose-low look of the JK doesn’t suit you. If either is the case, a set of 1997-2006 Wrangler front springs can be swapped in or an aftermarket suspension installed. Most aftermarket suspensions take into account the weight of a bumper and winch. Overall, it has been our experience that most people do make a suspension change, but it is not mandatory.

Do I need to use the Winch Mount? What winches will fit with the AEV Front Bumper?

Our JK Premium Front Bumper can be used with or without a winch mount. AEV can provide you with our Winch Mount which tucks neatly between the frame rails and is designed to fit most low-mount planetary winches up to 9,500 lbs. AEV recommends the Warn line of integrated-solenoid winches. If you plan on going winchless AEV also makes a Non-Winch Cover Plate specifically designed for our JK Premium Front Bumper.

Where is the AEV Winch Mount manufactured?

Manufactured in the USA