Topic: cut out for warn xd9000i with marlin front bumper

[1Armedman]

(I searched)  may I see some pics of anyone who cut out the front grill of their truck or 4runner to make room for this type of winch with the use of the marlin front bumper?  also, does this compromise the structure of the grill, how deep do you cut into the grill? what is the best tool?  how delicate are the grills? thanks for any tips

[BLACKDOG]

I personally haven't done it for a winch, but I can answer a few of your questions. 
1) Not really.  It might marginally affect it, but not enough for you to ever notice. 
2) I'd imagine you'd cut all the way through, but then again, I haven't done it.  The grill is only what, 2" at the deepest?  mabye 3"?
3) I'd use  an angle grinder with a cutoff wheel.  I've used it on a grill already, and it burned right through it, and I could clean it up real well with sandpaper.
4)  Not very delicate.  It won't be flopping around or flexing or anything, not anymore than it usually does.  Just mae sure its mounted tight

[79coyotefrg]

what  you saw  me win one  and  had  to go out  and buy one    bring your butt down here  tomorrow after school  and  we can brainstorm together