Even with only about 50% weld penetration (a single 1/8" MIG bead), the plate still has no trouble holding JB up. We'll be adding at least two more 7/16" Gr8 bolts about 1/4 of the way back from the #4 crossmember. Right now the plate is supported temporarily using the old hardware, which includes four 3/8" Gr5 replacement bolts from the front skidplate on the #4 crossmember, and six lousy quality 7/16 Gr5's at the rear of the framerails (formerly used to attach the old hitch receiver).

Owner caption November 2005 · Photo 93 of 362