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Bucky71 · 10-01-2007, 09:52 AM

Has anyone used tow hooks from a newer vehicle?

Something that would be common at the junkyard?
Post pictures please.

**70cst** · 10-01-2007, 12:39 PM

The parts section would be a better place to locate Tow Hooks. Be prepared to spend $250-500 for an original set. Rumor has it that "site supporters" get better prices on parts. Now...thats just a rumor.

68shortstep · 10-01-2007, 08:17 PM

Here's some options if you gotta have tow hooks:

Older Jeep Wagoneers (the BIG ones - '70's & older) that you see with the fake wood grain vinyl tape on the sides often had factory tow hooks, and all the newer Jeep smaller Grand Cherokees with the up-country decor & chassis package have tow hooks that aren't too bad, but I don't believe either ones of them would ever pass for GM originals, in either case.

I've got two Grand Cherokees - a '96 & a '97 - both with the up-country packages, that both have stock tow hooks. I'll grab some pix tomorrow & post 'em. Too dark outside now. I had to take 'em off the back of the unibody "frame" to have a welded-on a tow bar hitch at the back, so at least one of them are kicking around in my garage somewhere.

Also, take time to look on some old GM school buses or church buses in the big-truck section of the salvage yards - they also often had tow hooks, but I'm not sure if they were the same ones as our trucks had, or big economy-sized ones.

**jerry moss** · 10-01-2007, 09:09 PM

tow hooks from 88-98 G.M. trucks will bolt up to your existing frame holes. you have to use the left hook on the right side and right hook on the left side and you have to remove the strap on the left front spring hanger. other than that they'll bolt right up.

kxnomore · 10-01-2007, 09:12 PM

Here's a set for $65 on ebay as we speak. Actually I am not sure if these are authentic, but it says they are from a 72 4 X 4.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/72-Ch...spagenameZWDVW

not sure if the link works, but do a search for "chevy truck tow hooks" if it doesn't.

68shortstep · 10-02-2007, 06:21 PM

Here's some photos of the newer Jeep Grand Cherokee tow hooks, with the bracket assembly attached to the one I have which was removed from the unibody "frame."

I've got two of these Jeeps - a '96 (247,000 miles & going strong) & a '97 - both came with hooks (Up-Country suspension & trim package = Bilstein shocks, heavy battery & trans cooler, etc, etc). This is not a Jeep ad, though I am a fan of them.

There were two hooks on the front, and one on the back, stock from the factory. There ought to be a bunch of these in salvage yards as many darn Jeeps as have been sold, or I'll bet you could order them new - direct from MOPAR. They still use these same hooks, I think.

They are straight hooks (no twist) & pretty beefy:

69halfton · 10-01-2007, 09:13 PM

my mom had a 91 blazer that i remember having tow hooks on the front,

she sold the truck when i was ten, but im sure that it at least had them.

dont know if they would fit, look the same, or are even the right shape, but if your at the junkyard anyways, why not take a look?

FRENCHBLUE72 · 10-01-2007, 10:36 PM

are those yellow hooks correct?? Jerry Im looking in your direction as you were or are the tow hook king..

**jerry moss** · 10-02-2007, 09:12 AM

no, those yellow ones are off something else.

**Classic Bowties** · 10-02-2007, 12:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jerry moss

no, those yellow ones are off something else.

X 2,

boundstaffpress · 10-02-2007, 01:43 PM

The yellow ones are what is often refered to as "bus" hooks. they were standard on bluebird busses and are still available new for what they are going for in that auction. I have a set of those in gray that I would let go for half that much.

**71blksuper4x4** · 10-02-2007, 03:31 PM

The 1973-I think 1980?? tow hooks are really close to fitting... you might have to elongate one of the holes on your frame to work... They don't look really bad on there, but don't have that big nasty look of the originals. Trevor

Bucky71 · 10-03-2007, 04:25 PM

Thanks guys. I'll try and go the 88-98 GM truck route. Originals would be great, but way too pricey.

**jerry moss** · 10-03-2007, 08:35 PM

if you want function at an affordable price, thats the way to go. you can get those at almost any wrecking yard for next to nothing. i used those hooks on one of my 4x4s that i sold-i wanted to keep my stock 72 extreme bend hooks-and it was a pleasant surprise how well they fit, even more of a surprise was the holes even lined up.

10-01-2007, 09:52 AM	#1
Bucky71 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toronto, On Posts: 65	I want tow hooks Has anyone used tow hooks from a newer vehicle? Something that would be common at the junkyard? Post pictures please.

10-01-2007, 12:39 PM	#2
70cst Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: New Madison, Ohio Posts: 21,373	Re: I want tow hooks The parts section would be a better place to locate Tow Hooks. Be prepared to spend $250-500 for an original set. Rumor has it that "site supporters" get better prices on parts. Now...thats just a rumor. __________________ A husband can be right...or...A husband can be happy. 67-72 Chevy and GMC Trucks...The Classic Truck for the Classic Folk. 1970 CST Two tone green, 402BB, 400 Automatic, Tach, Buckets, AC, AM-FM, Tilt, GM CB, GM 8 Tract, LWB, etc JOHN 17:3...The better side of "LIFE" Remember: Everyday is a good day...Some are just gooder!

10-01-2007, 08:17 PM	#3
68shortstep Looks good at 20-ft ..... Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mtn Home, AR Posts: 707	Re: I want tow hooks Here's some options if you gotta have tow hooks: Older Jeep Wagoneers (the BIG ones - '70's & older) that you see with the fake wood grain vinyl tape on the sides often had factory tow hooks, and all the newer Jeep smaller Grand Cherokees with the up-country decor & chassis package have tow hooks that aren't too bad, but I don't believe either ones of them would ever pass for GM originals, in either case. I've got two Grand Cherokees - a '96 & a '97 - both with the up-country packages, that both have stock tow hooks. I'll grab some pix tomorrow & post 'em. Too dark outside now. I had to take 'em off the back of the unibody "frame" to have a welded-on a tow bar hitch at the back, so at least one of them are kicking around in my garage somewhere. Also, take time to look on some old GM school buses or church buses in the big-truck section of the salvage yards - they also often had tow hooks, but I'm not sure if they were the same ones as our trucks had, or big economy-sized ones.

10-01-2007, 09:09 PM	#4
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,936	Re: I want tow hooks tow hooks from 88-98 G.M. trucks will bolt up to your existing frame holes. you have to use the left hook on the right side and right hook on the left side and you have to remove the strap on the left front spring hanger. other than that they'll bolt right up. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

10-01-2007, 09:12 PM	#5
kxnomore Registered User Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: CA Posts: 331	Re: I want tow hooks Here's a set for $65 on ebay as we speak. Actually I am not sure if these are authentic, but it says they are from a 72 4 X 4. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/72-Ch...spagenameZWDVW not sure if the link works, but do a search for "chevy truck tow hooks" if it doesn't.

10-02-2007, 06:21 PM	#6
68shortstep Looks good at 20-ft ..... Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mtn Home, AR Posts: 707	Re: I want tow hooks Here's some photos of the newer Jeep Grand Cherokee tow hooks, with the bracket assembly attached to the one I have which was removed from the unibody "frame." I've got two of these Jeeps - a '96 (247,000 miles & going strong) & a '97 - both came with hooks (Up-Country suspension & trim package = Bilstein shocks, heavy battery & trans cooler, etc, etc). This is not a Jeep ad, though I am a fan of them. There were two hooks on the front, and one on the back, stock from the factory. There ought to be a bunch of these in salvage yards as many darn Jeeps as have been sold, or I'll bet you could order them new - direct from MOPAR. They still use these same hooks, I think. They are straight hooks (no twist) & pretty beefy: Attached Images

10-01-2007, 09:13 PM	#7
69halfton Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: King City, Ontario, Canada Posts: 974	Re: I want tow hooks my mom had a 91 blazer that i remember having tow hooks on the front, she sold the truck when i was ten, but im sure that it at least had them. dont know if they would fit, look the same, or are even the right shape, but if your at the junkyard anyways, why not take a look? __________________ - Jason If you can turn, Youre not going fast enough. Favorite caption: first car to 200 mph in the 1/4 mile, no parachute, drum brakes all the way around.. ..back when men were men.

10-01-2007, 10:36 PM	#8
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: I want tow hooks are those yellow hooks correct?? Jerry Im looking in your direction as you were or are the tow hook king.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P.. Last edited by FRENCHBLUE72; 10-01-2007 at 10:37 PM.

10-02-2007, 09:12 AM	#9
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,936	Re: I want tow hooks no, those yellow ones are off something else. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA

10-02-2007, 01:43 PM	#11
boundstaffpress Jamie Hyneman is my twin Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: La Junta, Colorado Posts: 705	Re: I want tow hooks The yellow ones are what is often refered to as "bus" hooks. they were standard on bluebird busses and are still available new for what they are going for in that auction. I have a set of those in gray that I would let go for half that much. __________________ Justin SOLD 1967 K10 Fleetside, 283, Front and Rear Posi SOLD Color Wiring Diagrams Now in High Resolution V8 and Cab and Cab and Chassis

10-02-2007, 03:31 PM	#12
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,156	Re: I want tow hooks The 1973-I think 1980?? tow hooks are really close to fitting... you might have to elongate one of the holes on your frame to work... They don't look really bad on there, but don't have that big nasty look of the originals. Trevor __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

10-03-2007, 04:25 PM	#13
Bucky71 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Toronto, On Posts: 65	Re: I want tow hooks Thanks guys. I'll try and go the 88-98 GM truck route. Originals would be great, but way too pricey.

10-03-2007, 08:35 PM	#14
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,936	Re: I want tow hooks if you want function at an affordable price, thats the way to go. you can get those at almost any wrecking yard for next to nothing. i used those hooks on one of my 4x4s that i sold-i wanted to keep my stock 72 extreme bend hooks-and it was a pleasant surprise how well they fit, even more of a surprise was the holes even lined up. __________________ jerry moss 72 cheyenne super K20- tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,tow hooks,bumper guards,toolbox,aux. fuel tank,posi front and rear,plus other goodies!!! SOLD 69 suburban K20-tilt,tach,vacuum,speedwarning,buckets,shoulder belts,am/fm,4 inch all spring lift,4 speed, 14 bolt full floater, dana 44 HD,warn winch,posi front and rear,tow hooks,plus other goodies. 73/80 chevy/gmc K20 SB400,turbo 400,205,tilt,a-c,gas hog. 77 K/5 cheyenne blazer-daily driver/beater. SON HAS IT NOW BRENTWOOD,CALIFORNIA



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