Deuce bumper extensions

[airbornebandsman]

What are the differences between the bumper extensions for the winch on the M35A2. I have seen 2 types, one that looks like it was built in one piece and one that looks like it was welded out of a couple of frame pieces. Is one stronger rthan the other? Thanks

 

[hndrsonj]

The newer ones are the pressed ones. I would GUESS that the 1 piece is stronger but have never seen either type fail if used/mounted correctly.

 

[gringeltaube]

The welded ones are stronger. The stamped version has a tendency to bend and the winch bracket to crack on the pass. side. (pic)

G.

 

[shannondeese]

A freind and I are working on making some better than stock winch frame extensions. Give us a few weeks and we'll have a proto-type in the works. As you can imagine with work and family and holidays making new stuff from scratch takes time. But be patient and if it can be made we'll get it out there.

 

[m16ty]

The welded ones are stronger. The stamped version has a tendency to bend and the winch bracket to crack on the pass. side. (pic)

G.

I've got a set of each and you can tell the welded ones are alot stronger just by looking at them.