Where on a 2003 QC 4x4 Ram can I install a winch? I've head of winches that install in the hitch, is that a good idea?

 

They are a good idea if you feel like running all the connections back to the front. Remember that you need to use a huge wire so that it has enough juice to run the winch (assuming you are going with electric).

You can also cheap out and get a come a long with some good strong recovery straps.

 

Receiver mounted winches work just fine. A friend of mine had one set up for the front and back of his Jeep. Kind of sucks carrying the thing to the front or back of your truck when you are already stuck in mud. It is probably the smarter way to go, no need to be constantly carrying it around.

 

There is a front mount receiver type hitch available for our trucks. Problem is, the receiver hangs down all the time below the front air dam. But then, you can simply remove it when you aren;t using it. Just a thought

 

This is the setup i'm going with after the first of the year. Front /back mount with a relay/toggle switch set up to kill everything from the cab. The mounting options are a great thing as when your stuck you don't always want to go forward. Sometimes backward is a much better option. This particular winch is well sealed and good for dusty/wet use.

http://www.winchdepot.com/winchDetai...rtNumber=65735

http://www.gowarn.com/search_result....EIVER&vSuffix=

http://www.winchdepot.com/detail.asp...%20Accessories

http://www.winchdepot.com/detail.asp...20Accessoriess

The price adds up fairly quick but it's all stuff that a guy can install in the garage and save some cash. Not to mention if your going to be offroad you shouldn't skimp on recovery gear.

 

Done.


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Will the hidden winch mount plate from the Power Wagon work on an '06 Ram1500?

 

it should. they have hidden winch kits at gowarn.com. i wanted one for my truck but i have to get the light bar for the front of my truck first to see if they will work.