FJ Cruiser WINCH Install with US OFF ROAD Winch Mount Bumper

[@WaldoNevada]

I have always considered getting a winch for my FJ, but the thought of replacing the OEM front bumper with some aftermarket gaudy monstrosity has prevented me from pulling the trigger. But what you have done looks absolutely amazing. It looks very low profile and clean. In fact, I bet the average person who looked at it would think it came from Toyota like that. One of my major complaints with the FJ after 15 years of ownership is the fact that it does not have fog lights. I love that the US Offroad mount has that option too. Thanks for the video!

[@dironaa]

I wanted something that didn't draw attention to the vehicle and I think this did exactly that! The lights we installed in this video are great for lighting up the sides of the road to watch for deer.

[@usoffroad]

Great video! Some notes. This model of our mount is from 2014 or earlier. We have since changed a few things including going to 1" wide shackle mounts, more drainage in the winch tub and made some slight clearance adjustments to the torque arms as noted in the video. We also now include some plates that go on over the 3 outer mounting studs for better faster surface contact, never had a problem but we thought it was a good idea (contact me if you want some). The torque arms are installed and welded with jigs but can flex left to right even though they are .250" thick as that is not their intended purpose but rather to arrest the torque forces created by winch usage in a front to back and vertical planes, so flexing them for a perfect fit is perfectly ok. As noted in the install docs, the AC lines will vary from vehicle to vehicle in their alignment, some need to be moved as noted, some do not, our V notch in the rear usually gives plenty of clearance in 2007-2009 models but in 2010 Toyota made some changes and will usually require moving the AC line back as noted in the video. Using fuel line is also noted in the docs and was used here as well, makes for a good long term insurance policy against abrasion that I have verified on my own FJ and others over a period of 7+ years. Every winch solenoid box is different and routing the 2 to 4 gauge wires are therefore all different but zip tying them to the bracing, as done in this video, always works well and is highly recommended. Cutting the plastic is typically a very simple task but the rusted fasteners made your job a bit tougher, you were smart to leave some plastic to trim to fit as noted in the docs. We have sold well over a 1000 of these world wide and glad you are happy with it. I have added this to our installation video library on our site so others can benefit from your experience www.usoffroad.us/fj-cruiser-winch-bumper-installation-videos/ . Great job!

[@dironaa]

Thanks man. Very happy with the mount so far...I wanted a way to mount a winch without a flashy attention-drawing bumper; your mount fits the bill perfectly. I bought this particular mount off of Craigslist from a guy who originally purchased it but never installed it. After buying it and looking at your website I figured he forgot to give me the pieces you mentioned for the studs so I made my own out of 3/16" plate, but thanks for the offer.

[@edgrez6674]

Did this install last weekend following the steps in your vid. THANKS it was like you were here supervising! I got the Badlands 12000 on sale week before.

[@dironaa]

Hard to beat the badlands for a budget winch!

[@bigkrumins1315]

Very nice looks great. And what a relaxing sounding yard

[@dironaa]

It really is!

[@DanielTejnicky]

Oh man, this looks delish! I wonder how the TRD bullbar would sing with this baby. Probably doble.

[@Grapplerfan]

Quality video thanks so much!

[@juanbonilla8945]

Keep up the videos man! Love the attention to detail recently just bought my second Fj a 2014 TTUE and I love it even more

[@dironaa]

Thanks! IMO the 2014 trail teams with heritage blue and 2013 trail teams with cement gray were the two best looking FJs made.

[@hughdenver2223]

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[@briantrenton967]

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[@hughdenver2223]

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[@hughdenver2223]

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[@desertrance]

Awesome video I like the justification for not getting the Warn.

[@dironaa]

Thanks! Took some convincing to make myself go the Harbor Freight route

[@larryr.burfield1893]

Got a good deal on a Smittybilt M1 bumper and Warn EVO 10S this weekend. Will install on my 2013 Fj, different bumper but thanks for the details on your install, should be about the same.

[@dironaa]

Cool! Cant go wrong with a Warn!

[@loganwest1337]

Love your vids man, very helpful and lots of good content!

[@dironaa]

Great to hear, thanks for watching!

[@thomwat]

Great vid and detailed explanation - I have the same U.S. Off Road mount to install [on my 08 FJ] too so thanks for taking the time to make the vid! Happy 4x4 trails from Colorado!

[@dironaa]

Thanks. Enjoy those Colorado trails!

[@michael184272]

Great video...very well narrated.. Wish this would have been available when I did mine Thanks for sharing

[@dironaa]

Thanks!

[@khoapham2764]

Love it man! Looking forward to more videos! Keep it up!

[@dironaa]

Just uploaded a new one today!

[@SalvoDan]

I think that the ZXR9000 sticker needs to go too. Clock the gearbox forward by 45 degrees to give you better access to the clutch lever and ditch the circuit breaker in favour of a physical isolator switch. Also upgrade to a synthetic rope and aluminium hawse fairlead.

[@dironaa]

The whole winch needs to go. It’s a piece of garbage. doesn’t work half the time.

[@markhopper4600]

Good install video, ive got the exact same winch and have used it and abused it and it still functions flawlessly, but i live in south central Florida and the AC is a must especially during summer monsoon season with high humidity...cant figure why toyota engineers left that ac line exposed and so vulnerable. Ive got all of your videos saved in my YT library, your an excellent teacher. You must have some background in teaching or public speaking

[@dironaa]

Thanks man! This winch has not worked well for me. I’ve needed to use it 4 times so far, and of those times it’s failed to operate 3 times. Of course when I find the time to take it apart to diagnose the problem it starts working again. I know the issue is somewhere inside the control box...

[@KissmyBasss]

Pretty clean.

[@dironaa]

Thanks!

[@melosmoov2u]

Awesome video!!!

[@dironaa]

Thanks!

[@MrSalsa1973]

Am going for a "Badland" for my fj...Works as good as smity built and for the price?...Works even stronger! Great vid man!👊😎

[@dironaa]

Worked fine for me so far. The only winch I'd choose over it is a Warn M-series or Zeon series.

[@sultanniazi2394]

Great video. Yikes the rust. Issue with early fj cruisers.

[@dironaa]

Thanks. Unfortunately rust is an issue with every car where I live, none are immune. We live with road salt for half the year...the equivalent of driving you car through the ocean to get to work 6 months out of the year.

[@scottrobillard2825]

The Milwaukee cordless ratchet is awesome lol

[@dironaa]

Someday...

[@hullpros7380]

Nice job! Great video! Thank you!!

[@dironaa]

Thanks!

[@par25]

nice look

[@dironaa]

Agreed!

[@megaplatypus]

As a rust preventative I'd spray everything under the body with fluid film every few months.

[@dironaa]

It's great stuff!

[@TheBeedeegee]

I lold when you removed the badlands logo. I've been wondering the best way to remove the one on my apex winch

[@dironaa]

LOL. I’m about to remove the entire winch, it’s been nothing but problems

[@tonysteele269]

Great video! Did you have to add support to your front end with the added weight of the wench and wrench tray? How has the wench performed? Awesome FJ!

[@dironaa]

I added Bilstein 5100 socks in front which helped level the FJ. The winch has been very unreliable, I recommend avoiding harbor freight and buying a Warn

[@larryfisher7056]

You've mentioned a lot of problems with the HF winch....care to elaborate?

[@dironaa]

The motor has trouble turning after it sits for more than a couple days without being used. In order to make it turn I need to pound the motor case with a hammer while holding the winch button. The issue was intermittent for about a year, now it’s consistent. The winch now has a nice collection of hammer marks

[@larryfisher7056]

@@dironaa That doesn't sound good. Thanks for the update.

[@NDpendentconnection]

Nice!

[@dironaa]

Thanks!

[@headsupstreetstrip901]

Love it!

[@ComicsCollect]

Anything ever happen with the rear cam install? Also your USB port install would be a great video!

[@dironaa]

Work in progress! Hard to find free time to work on the FJ lately. Should have a fuse panel wiring video coming out in the next day or two, then I think the next mod will be the backup camera

[@Justyou639]

So cool. Does it need additional battery or one is enough?

[@dironaa]

One is enough, just keep the engine running while using the winch

[@jamesvieira8713]

I just bought this set up for my 2011fj . I'll get the whole thing installed within a few weeks, have to get past Christmas first. Btw, what part of newengland are you from ? I live in northern RI but have a place in Maine where i will be off road mostly.

[@dironaa]

Cool! If you haven't already bought a winch, I'd highly suggest going with a Warn. A year in, the harbor freight winch is already giving me problems. I've never had a problem with a Warn.

[@jamesvieira8713]

@@dironaa , i already bought it... do you have a hard time hooking up your remote wire to the winch ? It looks tight in there.

[@delta9thcfan]

I think I’m buying this bumper but I just can’t put a harbor freight winch on my baby

[@dironaa]

Smart decision. This winch has been problematic and will eventually be replaced with a Warn

[@v33sonata]

Good video. I did the a few months ago same exact set up. One suggestion you might want to cut more into the bumper where the leaver is to release and lock the winch. When I the trail and your trying to winch it's a tight squeeze. Very tight.

[@dironaa]

Thanks for the tip! How are you liking the setup so far?

[@v33sonata]

besides for jamming my hand to get the lever I love it so far. I've had to use the winch only a handful of times but all and all for the money it's a good set up. I had my bumper powercoated and it's holding up well so far.

[@dironaa]

Haha good to hear. Powder coating is the way to go for sure. Not impressed with the Rustoleum bed liner so far and if I have problems with It rusting I'll probably pull the bumper off and have it powder coated too.

[@cristianmunoz8997]

Great video!! I live out USA, where can I buy on line the mount winch and the all kits for my FJ07?

[@dironaa]

This mount is made by US Off Road

[@Jay-rg5mt]

Skipped the part where you have to move that ac line

[@mijalibarbagallo4124]

It’s been 3 years, your opinion on the winch?

[@dironaa]

It’s garbage, it needs to be smashed with a hammer to get the motor to spin. I’ll never buy anything but a Warn again.

[@thomasoushin1969]

👍👍👍

[@dironaa]

👍

[@donaldfabozzi3996]

there's no requirement for front license plate in your state?

[@dironaa]

I use one of these: www.morris4x4center.com/smittybilt-roller-fairlead-mounted-license-plate-bracket-sb-4432.html

[@1k9trainer]

I don’t know why they don’t supply another AC line stand off and hole in the winch mount to hold the AC line

[@dironaa]

Could be nice, but bending and flipping the stock bracket isn't terribly difficult

[@max-nj1xv]

Hi. What is the site where l can buy the full winch and is there a delivery for Saudi Arabia. Thanks for the video

[@dironaa]

Delivery depends on who you buy it from. I've had problems with the winch in the video so I'd recommend buying a Warn brand winch if you can find one.

[@mikeplitnick5051]

So, with the extra weight up front, do you think a suspention up grade is required?

[@dironaa]

Tough to say. With 150k miles on it my suspension was already well worn and I upgraded to bilstein 5100's to level the front anyway. With a full bumper I'd say a suspension upgrade would be a good idea but with just the US Off-road winch plate I think you'd be fine without.

[@jjack6896]

Ouch, the plate is really expensive

[@dironaa]

Tell me about it. The price for a whole aftermarket bumper on these things is astronomical. I come from the Jeep world where you can pick up a decent American made front bumper for around 300 bucks. Not much south of a grand available for the FJs.

[@SixDegreesofJim]

On this FJ are you going to remove the bumper wings, paint them or just leave them???

[@dironaa]

I'll eventually be doing this mod: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIfKoWaviJuNppI

[@allamiatheer1561]

Paint the Mattel silver

[@jackempson3044]

You shouldn;t have had to make those adjustmnets. te seller should have that measured out right. They're all the same design. Good video however.

[@dironaa]

After making this video the owner of US Off Road messaged me and offered to send a few missing parts that I didn’t get from the guy I bought the mount from. He also said they’ve made minor updates to the way they manufacture the mount since the time this one was built, so the new design may require no adjustment at all

[@zakattack467]

*truck will see hard use* *buys light duty winch*

[@dironaa]

Hahahaha

[@thaotrinh1828]

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