Fab Fours Matrix Bumper Help/Advice

[Seven62]

I have a 2021 F350 Tremor 6.7L and just looking for any specifics anyone can share on the Fab Fours Matrix install with Warn Zeon 12S and Rigid E-Series light bar. Or any winch/light combo that worked with that bumper that didn't require torches, spray paint and multiple bottles of whiskey.

The winch control box relocation spot is driving me crazy. Trying to get a confirmation before purchase and taking the front of the truck off. If you take a look under the hood there isn't exactly a ton of open space with the 6.7 to place the winch control pack where it would be convenient to access. Maybe behind the grill but there is zero chance my hand fits back there to plug in the controller. The long relocation kit gets you 78" of cable to play with and assuming somebody out there has figured this out on a diesel. Any info would be awesome.

Second question, can anyone confirm the winch combo with the Rigid E-Series 30" pro light bar? I've had awesome luck with Rigid lights on different rigs. Assume it fits with a winch as the big bumper sellers list them specifically as an option??

Also considering Throttle Down, I know they make great stuff. Just really like the low profile look on the Matrix which cuts down on the big nose syndrome on most of the winch bumpers out there today.

I also have an email into Fab Fours and will follow up here with whatever info I get from them.

Anyway, appreciate any suggestions/advice.

Thanks in advance.

JM

 

[Seven62]

I got a reply from Fab Fours. Fast response was awesome.

Winch Control Box Relocation:
Option 1 - They suggested mounting the winch control box under the bumper on the bottom and back of the winch tray. It would sit between the tray and factory crossmember using bent flanges to mount it. The control box is then under the truck. Immediate thought was that with the control box hanging below the bumper (and being the weakest component on the winch) you would be asking for a failure. Second thought was how would you use it if you are stuck? Crawling under the truck to plug in a winch sounds terrible. If it was a Pavement Princess it would look cool though.

Option 2 - Engine bay. I'm back on the hunt for a space that will work under the hood.

Winch/Light Combo:
Didn't get specific dimensions/clearances for the Matrix bumper but any of the 30" Rigid light bars will work with the Warn Zeon 12S (or smaller dimension winch) but you must relocate the control box.

I know that wasn't a ton of help but maybe saves somebody else a little time. If I figure out a reasonable spot in the engine bay, I will post it.

 

[Agent Utah]

I got a reply from Fab Fours. Fast response was awesome.

Winch Control Box Relocation:
Option 1 - They suggested mounting the winch control box under the bumper on the bottom and back of the winch tray. It would sit between the tray and factory crossmember using bent flanges to mount it. The control box is then under the truck. Immediate thought was that with the control box hanging below the bumper (and being the weakest component on the winch) you would be asking for a failure. Second thought was how would you use it if you are stuck? Crawling under the truck to plug in a winch sounds terrible. If it was a Pavement Princess it would look cool though.

Option 2 - Engine bay. I'm back on the hunt for a space that will work under the hood.

Winch/Light Combo:
Didn't get specific dimensions/clearances for the Matrix bumper but any of the 30" Rigid light bars will work with the Warn Zeon 12S (or smaller dimension winch) but you must relocate the control box.

I know that wasn't a ton of help but maybe saves somebody else a little time. If I figure out a reasonable spot in the engine bay, I will post it.

Did you ever find a good spot to put it? I am leaning towards a Matrix bumper with winch and light bar, but am worried about the practicality of actually using the winch if needed. I wonder if I could get someone to run wiring all the way to the bed or somewhere else that is easy to reach if needed.