Yet a bit more done today.... but instead of the 2"x2" gussets on the front, what about a 1/4" thick winch plate, with a whole lot more, like nearing 24" of lateral tubing support? Sorta like this...
Combined with a reinforced spider box...
Starting to look a bit more stout, than OEM, anyways....HUH?
And you know, I never really liked that little duck tail thingie, behind the cock-pit, above the luggage rack, always thought just some straight load supporting tubes for the rack would be sufficient. Along with another cross bar in the cage overhead, just as it bends downward, and all of the upper bolted joints welded.
Those front tube additions are only awaiting final mock-up of the front end, so I can check tie rod clearances, et al.