I checked out a Durango a few weeks ago that had a 2" reciever mounted
on the front. He lost a TON of ground clearance/approach angle with it.
Jason Yates wrote:
>
> --- Jack Paulson <cybermail1@yahoo.com> wrote:
> > I wanted to get a hi-lift jack for off roading so I
> > asked the company if it would work - no go.
> >
> > Any suggestions for a substitue?
>
> I ended up doing what Hi-lift suggested you do, and got a new
> front bumper. I know that isn't a option for everyone (and
> wasn't for me until I rear-ended someone--kind of forced the
> issue). Awhile back I was scheming at adding some thing like
> this:
> http://www.superwinch.com/smount.htm
> I don't know if Superwinch actually makes an application for the
> Dak, but I have seen a Durango with a reciever sticking out the
> lower valence (in front of the radiator), so I know somebody has
> to make it. This would give you a sturdy jack point as it is
> mounted directly to the frame, between the horns. Sorry I don't
> have any more specific information, but the idea is a good one.
>
> Good luck,
>
> =====
> Later,
> JY
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