Yeah I wouldn't waste my time with the stock 44 front. They are just slightly stronger than the Dana 30. Same tubes, ball joints, and inner C's. The only difference is 30 spline shafts instead of 27 and a larger ring gear and carrier.
You are better off building a d60 with anything 37"+
I have around 80' of 3/8 synthetic on my winch and its always been plenty, but I wheel where there are quite a few trees to grab on to. I always have my 20' tow strap if I need more distance.
I would get that winch if its what you want and carry another 50' of synthetic line as an extension if...
Where my cabin is in California gets 6-7+ feet per season on average. Other places get more. I've never needed chains on the road but have gotten stuck in snow up to my bumper offroad.
How do you like Adobe Premiere? All your vidoes turn out great.
I cant wait for the video. I saw you guys as you went through the Little Sluice on the Rubicon and said hello. My yellow Tj was parked at the bottom of little sluice as we enjoyed the views of spider lake. Maybe it will make it in...