[Bob Carriere]

Hi Richard

Don't be mislead by the winch crossmember mounting plates........all CMPs have them. The winch mounting crossmember was a factory stock issue rivetted in place when the frame was done. Those destined to have a winch were then ready for installation.

If you rtruck was an original tipper..... the hydraulic pump was probably driven by the PTO at the back of the transfer case. The same location that would have powered the winch .........tippers would not have winch and lifting device for the dump box....

That truck looks very straight and worth every effort to restore it to its former glory.

Don't forget the pictures as most of us are illeterate and love/need to see nice pictures.

Bob C