I cut a couple holes in my bumper!
I have welded two 2" receiver tubes inside those holes to mount jerry can holders and auxiliary light pods depending on the need.
I have two holes in my bumper now.
hidden 2" receiver tubes
Bare receiver after welding the tubes and brackets
Next to fabricate light pod mounts and Jerry can holders.
I pulled the bumper/receiver assembly off today. That was easy! Unplug one connector and remove 6 nuts.
Getting the receiver stripped of the bumper parts was a bit of a PITA. Getting all the retainers squeezed to remove the plastic cover was the worst part.
Receiver
Bracket/2" receiver...
Along with the jerry can racks I will also use the mounts for auxiliary backup lamps. I made a backup lamp adapter from a $16 USCAR 7 pin harness.
Plugged in and tested. Works great!
Gotta pull the bumper and receiver off next. Cut/Weld.
You have about 1/2" lift with the Eibach coilovers only.
(I found your post on them)
Otherwise they fit well? What about at full flex? ie. Off-road use? I plan to lift a couple inches and get larger tires at some point. My 22 F-150 has seen several trails in it's first 7000 miles.
I'm thinking about spare fuel for long overlanding trips. I have a 20l/5gallon jerry can and other bits.
The winch mount holds the can well but will require a perimeter of welded steel to protect the can.
Sits too low and covers the tag.
Another option.
sits higher but still blocks the tag...