2023 Tundra Hybrid Wench?

Has anyone put a Winch on their 3rd Gen Hybrid? I was going to but Toyota recommended against it. They were concerned it could possibly fry the Hybrid Electric system somehow.

 

I've never heard or seen anyone install a wench on a truck before, weren't they all burned at the cross in like the 1,400s?

this seems like a perfect topic for @hagrid

 

What would she do to the electrical system? And I believe the more appropriate term is lady of the night…

 

Ha! Edited

 

Oh, ok, a winch.

ya, not sure man, I would be worried about the warranty on the hybrid system if toyota told you not to do it.

a modern hybrid 1/2 ton like these all gutted out for the EPA, which active grill shutters, auto wind deflectors, etc , isnt winch material in my mind.

good luck though, somebody will try it no doubt. not sure if there is a way to totally isolate it from the high voltage portion of the system and just run off the standard electrical system.

although hooking up the high voltage portion would really get the truck pulled out fast, HA

 

like 20 to 24 times faster.....more voltage = more better.....at least 24 times faster for a second or two.

 

Wench is still in that Thread Title....but don't worry nobody will probably roast you on that.....

 

Grrr: Can't figure out how the edit the title!

 

On a serious note go to YouTube and type in 2022 or 2023 Tundra TRD Pro winch install and you'll get an idea what others have done on Hybrids (all Pros are Hybrids). Keep in mind you'll have to delete any shutters or and or the lower air dam. There are a decent number of aftermarket options now for stealth and full bumpers just have to search around here and on the internets.

 

Good Call! Thanks..

 

Didn’t @2020Platinum do a winch on his 3rd Gen TRD Pro? You might check out his YouTube channel. Pretty sure he has a covert bumper as well

 

I’ve had a winch on my ‘22 Pro for over a year now, no issues at all…easy install, let me know if I can help!


Winch Install on a 2022 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro...Zeak 13k Platinum Winch!...Wireless Remote Included
https://youtu.be/zuRXCuj-5VY

 

Ones with wenches do.....

 

Thanks Brother, This is great to hear. I'll watch through your Video when I have a chance!

 

I've used my 'Wench' on my Sprinter dozens of times; mostly pulling other people out.

 

Mississippi, so yeah a Southern Thing! Honestly I just misspelled it in the Title and can't figure out how to edit it...

 

No prob, lemme know if ya need anything!

 

I haven't had a chance to watch your Video yet. I have a company doing a few more Mod's for me. Quick Question though: Where did you connect for the power? Toyota says they are concerned about it damaging the Hybrid system...

 

Direct to battery, with a cutoff switch…I keep it switched off when not in use, and obviously have the truck running when in use, works perfectly, hope that helps!

 

Seems simple. Toyota made it seem like the power draw could damage the Hybrid somehow. They are very Cautious about everything I wanted to do the truck; however they did an amazing job on the bumpers considering all of the sensors involved. Thank for your input! ~D

 

No prob!…lemme know if ya need anything else!