winch security?

adamusmc2002

NAXJA Forum User

Location

Wichita, KS

• Oct 23, 2006

• #1

Hey everyone, had a question i wanted to pose to the masses. I've got a winch bumper and a tabor 9k in the mail, and was curious how other people go about securing their winch to the bumper, so a shysty offroad theif can't come along and unbolt it and run off. The obvious easiest way would be to weld a bolt or two, but then you can't take it off, at least not without a lot more trouble. Anyway, just wanted to put this out there and see what you guys had for suggestions. Thanks

 

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rstarch345

NAXJA Forum User

Location

Where ever I can wheel

• Oct 23, 2006

• #2

I rigged mine so I can easily remove it after a wheelin' event. If your rig is a DD then why carry the extra weight? If it's not a DD and you keep it outside, get a short cable with a cable lock.

 

cal

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NAXJA Member

Location

Hammertown, USA

• Oct 23, 2006

• #3

Most people I have seen weld a bolt or two. It's not that hard to take the dremel and cut one off.

 

87manche

NAXJA Forum User

Location

Ohio

• Oct 23, 2006

• #4

red locktight would discourage most people with handtools. Only have to do one.

 

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hippymill

NAXJA Forum User

Location

Montana

• Oct 23, 2006

• #5

modify a locking lug nut(remove the shoulder) with a bolt to match.

 

Ramsey

NAXJA Forum User

Location

Shreveport, LA

• Oct 23, 2006

• #6

cal said:

Most people I have seen weld a bolt or two. It's not that hard to take the dremel and cut one off.

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Would the heat from welding be an issue with bolt strength? I'd rather weld a piece of metal over the bolt so you cant get a wrench on it, and it doesnt affect the bolt strength.

 

Winks00XJ

NAXJA Forum User

Location

Prescott, Arizona

• Oct 23, 2006

• #7

I had some tubes welded on the front bumper in a way that would keep the winch from being pulled off without pulling the bumper. You can kind of see what was done here:

 

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Motornoggin

NAXJA Forum User

Location

Beaverton OR

• Oct 23, 2006

• #8

You don't need to run a bead all the way around the bolt head, just tack it. Sure, it makes it more difficult to remove, but how often do you remove it?

 

adamusmc2002

NAXJA Forum User

Location

Wichita, KS

• Oct 23, 2006

• #9

Thanks guys, it's always nice to have more than one idea to go with. Ah, the beauty of forums! Appreciate it.

 

Russ Pottenger

NAXJA Forum User

Location

West Covina, California

• Oct 23, 2006

• #10

Tuffy makes a lock that works great. Part #104-01 www.tuffyproducts.com