Quote Originally Posted by Bush65 View Post
From my observations , I would guess around 99% are welded on - or more correctly the lugs for the tie rods are welded to the end housings.

IMHO, the most important advantage of the braces is keeping the end housings aligned. Otherwise, under heavy winching the end housings pull out of alignment and increase the friction from the bearings.

I can take some pics of mine if you like.
Please do....
I might have a cunning plan to make a rear brace....