I am going to fit a winch plate to my Freelander 2. are there any designs available that I could use to have the various components laser cut locally (South Africa) this would be much appreciated and save me a load of time.

Also , what size winch should I consider, I will unlikely get stuck in ravines and rocks, more than likely mud and sand.

No comments or advice yet ?

Very few FL2 owners have fitted winches because of the huge changes that need to be made to add a winch to the front of the car.

I don't see it being more of a mission than any other vehicle, almost all vehicles would need a new front bumper with integrated winch plate, in this case you would fit a winch plate to an existing but removable cross member then cut away a small section for the hause fairlead and replace the bumper. The electrics would be much the same.

I have tried to get some form of answers from Muddy Mods and from John Craddock , not even a "go to hell" reply .... So will end up designing it my self then getting it manufactured locally . The drawings will be AutoCAD drawings, and I will make this available to whoever wants it after I have fitted mine and all works well. ( which it will )

Best of luck, I hope it goes well. Muddy mods are the only company I can think of that would be any help and as you say you have already tried them.

This may help you
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/226521649728?va...lsrc=aw.ds 2012 SD4 HSE Orkney Grey