Heavy-Duty Front 1st Gen Tundra Winch Mount for Recovery

 

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When it comes to serious off-road builds or reliable recovery setups, we know strength and simplicity matter. That’s why we offer our 1st Gen Sequoia/Tundra WIY Winch Mount Kit a rugged, trail-tested solution for drivers who demand more from their rigs. Designed to seamlessly fit the front end of 2000–2006 Toyota Tundras and Sequoias, this winch mount provides the foundation needed for clean installs, tough recovery operations, and long-term reliability.

At JC Customs Metal Fab, we take pride in creating products that blend fabrication flexibility with real-world performance. This WIY winch mount kit is a testament to that balance, giving you the parts and the precision to complete a high-quality custom winch setup right in your own garage.

Product Information

Our WIY Winch Mount Kit is purpose-built for 1st Gen Toyota Tundras and Sequoias. Engineered for strength and DIY adaptability, this kit includes everything needed to weld and install a custom winch plate behind your stock or aftermarket bumper. Made from heavy-duty steel, the components are CNC cut and shipped raw allowing for full customization and integration with your existing bumper setup.

It’s designed to sit snugly between the frame rails and bolt directly to them using the provided mounting plates, ensuring a secure and solid recovery anchor point. The low-profile design maintains airflow to your radiator while positioning the winch for optimal pulling power and front-end reinforcement.

Whether you're looking to upgrade your recovery game or just want a cleaner, more integrated setup, this kit makes it easy to run a winch without replacing your entire bumper. It also serves as an excellent base for fabricators wanting to build their own front-end protection, bull bars, or custom bumper designs around a strong, pre-aligned winch platform.

Plus, because it’s a weld-it-yourself kit, it gives you total control over how it fits, looks, and functions. From mild trail rigs to hardcore overland builds, this winch mount adapts to your goals and your creativity.

Built for Strength, Designed for Flexibility

We built this kit with two things in mind: reliability and adaptability. Whether you're building a trail-ready beast or just want peace of mind on remote trips, this kit gives you the power of a winch without the hassle of a custom-fabricated solution from scratch.

We’ve seen how challenging it can be to find winch mounting options for the 1st Gen Tundra and Sequoia platform. Most off-the-shelf bumpers either don’t come with winch plates or require costly fabrication work. Our kit bridges that gap, giving you everything you need in one box without compromising on strength or fit.

Complete DIY Kit with Precision-Cut Components

When you order our WIY winch mount kit, here’s what you’ll get:

• Laser-cut winch plate (3/16" steel)
  
  

• CNC-bent side frame mounting brackets
  
  

• Reinforcement gussets for added strength
  
  

• Hardware mounting tabs (raw, unwelded for full DIY flexibility)
  
  

• Mounting hole guides
  
  

• Detailed visual layout to assist with mock-up and install

Everything is raw steel, giving you complete freedom to weld, grind, and paint as needed for your build. It’s your rig, and this is your winch mount just the way you want it.

Made for Off-Roaders, Builders, and Everyday Explorers

If you’re running a 1st Gen Tundra or Sequoia, and you take your vehicle off-road, overland, or into any terrain where recovery might be necessary, this winch mount is for you. It’s also ideal for fabricators and weekend builders who want to control the installation process and ensure a custom fit with their current bumper setup.

This product isn’t just for hardcore wheelers, it's for any driver who values preparation, performance, and a solid front-end setup. Whether you're towing, mudding, climbing, or crawling, a winch mount like this gives you peace of mind and true functionality when it matters most.

Key Features and Benefits

Here’s why we stand behind this product with confidence:

Heavy-Duty Steel Construction

Crafted from 3/16" steel, our winch plate and frame brackets are built to withstand hard pulls, heavy loads, and trail abuse without flexing or cracking.

DIY Weld-It-Yourself Kit

We know not everyone wants a bolt-on kit. For serious builders, weld-it-yourself (WIY) means custom fitment, seamless integration, and long-term confidence in the work you’ve done yourself.

Direct-to-Frame Mounting

This kit bolts to the frame rails of your truck, ensuring maximum structural integrity and strength during winch pulls and recovery efforts.

Low Profile Fitment

The design keeps your winch tucked behind the bumper, maintaining airflow and ground clearance without compromising on pulling angle or access.

Compatibility

Designed specifically for the 2000–2006 Toyota Sequoia and Tundra chassis—no guesswork or modifications to make it work.

Ideal for Builders, Adventurers, and Off-Road Enthusiasts

We designed this kit for:

• Weekend Warriors who love a clean install and the confidence of having a winch on board for solo adventures.
  
  

• Fabricators who need a solid foundation to build around, whether it’s for custom bumpers or hidden winch setups.
  
  

• Overlanders who rely on their vehicle to get through unpredictable terrain and need a dependable recovery system.
  
  

• DIY Enthusiasts who enjoy working on their own trucks and want the flexibility of a WIY kit.
  
  

• Off-Road Clubs and Builders seeking a consistent, proven option for 1st Gen platforms.

Whether you're mounting a 9,000 lb winch or a compact synthetic rope system, this mount has the strength and structure to support your setup.

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What You’ll Receive with Your Kit

We ship every order with attention to detail. Here’s what to expect when your winch mount kit arrives:

• 1x CNC Laser-Cut Winch Mounting Plate
  
  

• 2x Frame Mounting Brackets (Driver + Passenger Side)
  
  

• 4x Gussets for Reinforcement
  
  

• 2x Mounting Tabs
  
  

• Paper mock-up for layout and fitment reference
  
  

• Hardware not included (since each install is unique, we recommend using Grade 8 hardware suited to your build)

Everything arrives raw, unpainted, and ready for welding. That’s the beauty of a real DIY kit—it’s yours to shape, strengthen, and finish.

Built by Enthusiasts

We’re not a big-box manufacturer, we're builders, just like you. Every product we offer is designed from firsthand experience in the shop and on the trail. We test our parts, refine the designs, and talk to the off-road community to make sure what we build actually works.

We believe in keeping things simple, strong, and effective. No gimmicks. No flashy packaging. Just solid parts that do the job they’re built for. Our customer support is personal and responsive because we care about what you're building and how our products support your goals.

When you buy from us, you're getting more than just steel, you're getting the knowledge and craftsmanship behind every weld, bend, and cut.

Take the Next Step in Your Build

Ready to reinforce your front end and take control of your recovery setup? Don’t wait until you’re stuck on the trail with no winch and no mounting point. Our WIY Winch Mount Kit is the smart, reliable solution that gives you full customization and serious strength.

Visit our product page to order now and see how simple and effective your next upgrade can be.

Closing Statement

For those of us running a 1st Gen Toyota Sequoia or Tundra, a reliable tundra winch mount is more than a convenience; it's a necessity for safety, performance, and confidence on any adventure. At JC Customs Metal Fab, we’re proud to offer a kit that lets you build your rig, your way, with components that won’t let you down.