I really appreciate the advice, but I am not into extreme off road, rock crawling or whatever. I am just a Jeep enthusiast that likes back roads for scenery, fun and the like - hence, I really do not plan on modifying the bumper at this time, there is the chance I want a winch which may change that....at this time the group that I drive with require tow hooks or the equivalent on the front and I have a D ring insert for the rear receiver. They want to be able to pull me out of trouble just in case...I appreciate the modifications suggested, but a bit beyond my budget at this time...but there is always later in the year...
Richard
08 JK bone stock but fun nonetheless...