RUGGED RIDGE 11238.10 Universal Winch Plate Instruction Manual

: June 13, 2024
: RUGGED RIDGE

Table of Contents

RUGGED RIDGE 11238.10 Universal Winch Plate
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Universal Winch Mounting Plate
Parts List
Installation Instructions
CONTACT
References
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RUGGED RIDGE 11238.10 Universal Winch Plate

Product Information

Product Name: YJ-TJ Universal Winch Mounting Plate
Part Number: 11238.10
Compatible with: 1987-2006 Wrangler
Manufacturer: Omix-ADA
Address: 460 Horizon Dr. Suite 400, Suwanee, GA 30024
Contact Information Phone – 770-614-6101,
Fax – 770-614-6069,
Email – info@omix-ada.com.
Parts List:
- Universal Winch Plate,
- Spacer Plates

Product Usage Instructions

Warning: This plate has been designed and built to offer years of trouble-free operation.

Step 1: Ensure that the plastic frame cover has been removed from the vehicle.
Step 2: For YJ models, discard the plastic frame cover. For TJ models, it is possible to reinstall the cover after the plate installation, but extensive trimming may be required to clear the rear of the winch.
Step 3: In some cases, it may be necessary to install the winch to the winch plate before placing it onto the front frame. If needed, follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions and safety steps. If there is enough space to access the winch mounting holes on the winch plate after mounting the plate, skip this step until the plate is mounted. It is recommended to have another person assist in lifting the winch and winch plate assembly onto the vehicle.
Step 4: For YJ models (1987-1995), place the winch plate over the bumper (OE or aftermarket) and align the mounting holes. Use the first and third holes provided. If necessary, use the supplied spacer for rear mounting points, especially for aftermarket bumpers with a thickness greater than 1/8 inch. Install the OE bolts and tighten them.

Universal Winch Mounting Plate

Warning: This plate has been designed and built to offer years of trouble-free operations but is only as safe as the individual that uses it.

Please read all safety information and installation instructions pertaining to the winch that is to be installed prior to any operation.
This plate has been designed to be used with most standard winch applications and is rated for use with standard bottom mount winches (footprints 10” x 4.5”) up to 9500lbs pull rate.
This plate can not be used with the Warn® M8274 series winches.
This plate has been designed to reuse OE bumper attachment bolts that are at least grade 5 or better.
It is recommended that if you are unsure of the grade of your bolts to please replace with new approved hardware. (Note: some Jeep® mounting bolts could be metric. In this case, the bolts must be an 8.8 or numerically large in grade.

8.8 = grade 5, and 10.9 = grade 8

Please follow all safety procedures during any winching operation and never exceed the load rating of the winch.
Never use the universal plate or winch in an unsafe manner and always keep individuals clear of winch cables when in use.
The doubling and or tripling of the winch cable by use of snatch blocks can easily produce a load rating that is greater than both the winch and or the winch plate designed limits.
Always use common sense when using your winch.

Parts List

Universal Winch Plate
Spacer Plates.

Installation Instructions

Step 1: (YJ and TJ) Remove front bumper OE top mounting hardware (retain – Do Not Discard). If hardware has a rating of grade 5 (8.8metric) or higher retain. If you are unsure please replace with hardware of correct rating. The grade rating of the bolt can be found on the bolt head. A grade 5 bolt will have three bars stamped or molded into the head whereas a grade 8 bolt will have 6 bars. Metric bolts will have a numeric number embossed on the head. This winch plate has been designed to be used with OE front bumpers. If this bumper is to be reused do not remove it. If another aftermarket bumper is to be used remove the lower mounting bolts and retain them for use later. Follow aftermarket bumper installation instructions. This plate has been designed to work with most aftermarket bumper designs but modifications to some bumpers may be required if fitment issues arise.
Step 2: (YJ-TJ) Remove the plastic frame cover from the vehicle. For the YJ this cover will be discarded. For TJ’s it is possible to reinstall the cover after the plate has been installed but a large amount of trimming to the plastic cover will be needed to clear the rear of the winch.
Step 3: In some applications, it may be necessary to install the winch to the winch plate prior to placement onto the front frame. If this is necessary follow manufacturer installation instructions and follow all safety steps provided. If enough space is available to reach the winch mounting holes located on the winch plate after the plate is mounted then skip this step until the plate is mounted. The assistance of another person is recommended when lifting the winch and winch plate assemble onto the vehicle.
Step 4: (YJ’s 1987-1995) Place winch plate over bumper (OE or Aftermarket) and align mounting holes. For YJ’s you will use the first and third holes provided. If needed a spacer has been supplied for rear mounting points. It is to be used with aftermarket bumpers with a thickness greater than 1/8” thick. Install OE bolts and tighten them. (TJ’s 1997 – 2006) will use the first, second, and fourth holes. For the TJ the front retaining bolt for the front sway bar will also need to be removed (hole 4). This bolt should be a grade 8 or 10.9 and will be reused. Place the winch plate over the frame reinstall the OE bolts and tighten. If needed a spacer has been supplied to be used with aftermarket bumpers with a thickness greater than 1/8” thick. (See images below for reference)

Use spacer if needed (TJ shown) Reinstall rear bolt (TJ shown) Reinstall OE hardware (TJ shown)