You shouldn't need a winch as long as you're wheeling the XJ. I didn't need mine and I'm only on 33's and 4.5" of lift. But if you plan on taking the VW or Vette then you will need alot more than a winch!!! Don't mind my sarcasm, I'm just bored at work and need to entertain my self.
I am planning on being there saturday around 9 for a day run also.
Im planning on going for a day trip saturday too. It will probably just be me and my dad riding with me. He has never come with me off road before, I dont know if he will have fun or hate it. I drive a silver crew can nissan frontier with black wheels. Ill look for you out there.