P1000 Winch install: Where to install the wired port

[mjleblanc]

I have the Warn VRX 45-S, everything is installed and tested, works great. However, As I am locking everything down, I need to decide where to install the external plug port for the wired Warn controller. I haven't seen any mention anywhere, so I am just tossing it out there....what is the best location for this port?

 

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[farmtimpioneer]

I have the Warn VRX 45-S, everything is installed and tested, works great. However, As I am locking everything down, I need to decide where to install the external plug port for the wired Warn controller. I haven't seen any mention anywhere, so I am just tossing it out there....what is the best location for this port?

I just tucked mine under the hood it is there if I need it but never use it, the actual in and out switch I mounted under the dash where I can get to it easily that is what I use when I use winch,,,,

 

[Ohio4x4]

I also mounted mine under the hood. It's only there for when my dash rocker won't work.

 

[Cuoutdoors]

I threw mine in the garbage and installed the wireless remote. Still hands down my favorite accessory.

 

[BWAF]

I threw mine in the garbage and installed the wireless remote. Still hands down my favorite accessory.

Did the same

 

[Pilotadam]

I put mine down under the dash by the accessory plug.

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[Tramguage1]

Installed my first one inside glove box, second time installed a dash switch and port on upper left front fender. This last time only use a dash switch and wireless remote.

 

[Russ989]

I went wireless this last time. It’s the way to go.

 

[Adam490]

I put mine where the second voltmeter/USB would go in my switch panel:

 

[du870]

I mounted mine in the glove box on the side just in case that my rocker switch quits working.

 

[Rustan]

I mounted mine in the glove box on the side just in case that my rocker switch quits working.

Same here

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[wolf359]

I found a spot under the hood that I liked..........

 

[BBLASER]

I put mine on the little plastic valence below the front bumper. I figured If I needed to winch and see what I was doing it would be nice to be within sight of it. Looks clean and really isn't noticeable.

 

[Vikes79]

I put mine where the second voltmeter/USB would go in my switch panel:

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I mine is mounted in a similar location.

I connect my remote and use my left hand to run the winch for plowing snow while using my right to drive / steer.

much faster than using dash switch only.

 

[mjleblanc]

Thanks for all the replies!

Much appreciated.

 

[JenElio]

I put mine on the little plastic valence below the front bumper. I figured If I needed to winch and see what I was doing it would be nice to be within sight of it. Looks clean and really isn't noticeable.

Pics?🤔

 

[BBLASER]

Winch port

 

[MarylandMark]

I'm in the very liberal state of Maryland and put it on my front fender and tell my lefty friends it's a "Prius Port" aka plug in car/hybrid.

 

[mjleblanc]

That is an idea, however everyone asks if mine is electric, due to this......

It is the plug port for my onboard dual battery charger. But I might just add the winch port there as well.

 

[HappyCamper]

I mounted mine right in the middle of that little "glove holder" in the lower middle of the dash. I thought about under hood but just didn't want to remove the hood and mess with it while winching and digging and all when stuck.