New thread created with updated poll.
Would you remove the front frame support for a better WINCH bumper?
1) yes I would cut that piece, and I plan on installing an aftermarket steel bumper someday.
2) yes I would cut that piece, but I don't plan on changing my bumpers.
3) No I would not cut that piece, but I would like a steel replacement winch bumper
4) No I would not cut that piece, but I would like a steel replacement non-winch bumper (steamline bumper)
5) No I would not cut that piece, but I don't plan on changing my bumpers on this vehicle.
Here is where I am at today WITHOUT removing the cross-member:
Here are some photos of another builders over-lay which shows where I would remove the item and drop the winch in that space with plenty of support to be as strong or stronger than stock: