72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

My tow hooks weren't on from the factory so I would like to know what the factory hardware was to hold them on. This is for a 72.
Size, washers, etc. Thanks.

Re: 72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

The bolts are 5/8" with 15/16" hex heads not sure about the length maybe 3 1/2" tractor supply grade 8

Re: 72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

Course or fine thread. Did they have any washers used?

Re: 72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

Course not sure about washers

Re: 72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

Jeff,
I just went out and looked at my 72 Blazer. The one you asked about the spid. No washers other than lock washers under the nuts.
Paul

Re: 72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

Thank you Jeff.


Hey Paul thank you for the confirmation. Next time you are out there could you confirm the length for me. They look like the exact length needed with just a couple of threads exposed after tightening.

Re: 72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

Jeff,
I know it has been months since you asked about the hardware. Better late than never.

Re: 72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

Not oem but heres what i have fwiw. Grade 8 cadmium that i had black phosphate coated.

Re: 72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

Might want to throw a weld on the threads after you bolt them on. I did.

Re: 72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

Is that to prevent theft?

Re: 72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

Thanks everyone.

When I dug out the set of Front tow hooks I had (bought off this board several years ago) they had the hardware with them that I had forgotten about.
Measured the same 2.5" that both Paul and Pete are showing.

Re: 72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

Slow it down at least

Re: 72 front tow hook hardware size ??
 

I thought so. Well these hooks sell for what I consider quite a bit on this site so yes, I could see where anti theft measures would be attractive.