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ian villeza · 05-01-2006, 03:14 AM

I want to install a Tow hitch on my 72 blazer and was thinking of ordering from LMC Truck, I have stock bumpers and want to eventually buy some accessories like spare tire carrier and motorcycle carrier. Anyone have some experience with tow hitches?

bouncytruck · 05-01-2006, 09:50 AM

I have a Valley on my '72, but I have yet to use it. I've seen some nice custom setups. I think it is Greg72 on CK5 who has his hitch hidden behind the plate. It is a nice custom job.

Green Monster · 05-01-2006, 10:01 AM

I would get the one hidden behind the plate. You don't have to make it, I have seen them sold somewhere... can't remember where though.

I bought my Blazer with a hitch but it is exposed below the bumper. Here is mine.

bouncytruck · 05-01-2006, 11:22 AM

http://hiddenhitch.com/ - not sure if they make one for the Blazer.

Pop's72 · 05-01-2006, 02:04 PM

Early Classic has a Blazer specific hidden hitch kit for about $200. I plan on getting one... eventually.

69TowRig · 05-01-2006, 04:49 PM

I still have yet to install my Early Classic hitch (I've had it for almost a year), but it is the only one I know of that is currently made for the 69-72 Blazer/Jimmy. I searched for a while before I found that one.

If I ever get to straightening the frame out on mine I will install it and post some pics.

LUV2XCLR8 · 05-01-2006, 06:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pop's72

Early Classic has a Blazer specific hidden hitch kit for about $200. I plan on getting one... eventually.

ian villeza · 05-01-2006, 10:41 PM

Thank you all for the suggestions, Will check it out.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 05-02-2006, 08:24 PM

The p.o. of my blazer weled mine on so needless to say its useless..

Green Monster · 05-03-2006, 10:23 AM

$209 is a steal. I like it...

Text and image below is from http://www.earlyclassic.com/catalog.aspx

Want to tow with your Classic without that ugly hitch hanging below your bumper? Our new Class 4 Hidden Receiver Hitch is just the answer. Designed for use with the stock '67-’72 factory rear bumper, simply flip up the rear license plate and insert the coupler. It’s that easy.

We now offer the hitch components in a package deal: Hidden Receiver Hitch, Extended Ball Mount, License Plate Flip Frame and Flat Four Trailer Wiring.

Our new Blazer and Suburban hitches are also finished and in stock, and feature the same quality design and powder-coated finish as our Pickup version. Drilling is required for installation, and every hitch comes with all needed hardware.

ian villeza · 05-03-2006, 10:12 PM

I began to order one and was shocked that at checkout time the shipping charge was $150.00 Dollars. Seems pretty steep. I recently sold and shipped a warn winch bumper via UPS and the cost was $90.00 dollars. I'm sure the warn winch bumper weighs more than that hitch. I understand that I live in Hawaii and that there are packing charges, But $150.00 is Outrageous.
Gorgeous Hitch, I definetly want one.

bouncytruck · 05-03-2006, 10:16 PM

Give them a call and see if there is a cheaper shipping method. Do you have any friends on the mainland that can ship the item over for you? Know anyone shipping a car over that you can stick it inside?

LUV2XCLR8 · 05-03-2006, 10:21 PM

w/ Bouncer, it has to be Hawaii related, pleed to them to try alternative shipping methods

Pop's72 · 05-04-2006, 01:56 AM

There is a chance they might help you out. The guys from Early Classic have always been pretty good. It can't hurt to ask...

Green Monster · 05-09-2006, 01:00 AM

What ever happened with the shipping??? Did you order the hitch? Did they give you a reason for the high shipping costs?

ian villeza · 05-09-2006, 02:59 AM

A friend told me to check out Uhaul first before ordering the early classic hitch. I never even new Uhaul would sell and install a complete hitch set up for me. I'm going to get a quote and take it from there.

05-01-2006, 03:14 AM	#1
ian villeza Active Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Hawaii Posts: 153	Tow Hitch suggestions I want to install a Tow hitch on my 72 blazer and was thinking of ordering from LMC Truck, I have stock bumpers and want to eventually buy some accessories like spare tire carrier and motorcycle carrier. Anyone have some experience with tow hitches?

05-01-2006, 09:50 AM	#2
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions I have a Valley on my '72, but I have yet to use it. I've seen some nice custom setups. I think it is Greg72 on CK5 who has his hitch hidden behind the plate. It is a nice custom job. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

05-01-2006, 10:01 AM	#3
Green Monster Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Malvern, PA Posts: 951	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions I would get the one hidden behind the plate. You don't have to make it, I have seen them sold somewhere... can't remember where though. I bought my Blazer with a hitch but it is exposed below the bumper. Here is mine. __________________ Photo Gallery of 1972 K/5 Blazer CST Last edited by Green Monster; 05-01-2006 at 10:02 AM.

05-01-2006, 11:22 AM	#4
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions http://hiddenhitch.com/ - not sure if they make one for the Blazer. __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

05-01-2006, 02:04 PM	#5
Pop's72 It's ok to stare... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 669	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions Early Classic has a Blazer specific hidden hitch kit for about $200. I plan on getting one... eventually. __________________ -Matt 1971 Blazer/Jimmy : Factory 2WD, Factory AC, Crate 350

05-01-2006, 04:49 PM	#6
69TowRig Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 894	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions I still have yet to install my Early Classic hitch (I've had it for almost a year), but it is the only one I know of that is currently made for the 69-72 Blazer/Jimmy. I searched for a while before I found that one. If I ever get to straightening the frame out on mine I will install it and post some pics. __________________ -Chris Building a stripper, one part at a time: 1969 K5, 307, 3spd, 3 seats, hard top. Added Pwr Discs, Pwr Steering, Aux Battery, T-case Skid, Lighted Sidemarkers, HEI, Lock-Right Diff, ECE Class IV Hitch, 32" MT/Rs. Parts to Install: Hand Throttle, Console, Tow Hooks, Dual Horns, AM-FM, Dealer Swing-Away Tire Carrier, Gas Tank Skid. Also building a 1950 Willys CJ-3A and off-roading a 2001 Nissan Frontier on 1-Ton Portals...

05-01-2006, 10:41 PM	#8
ian villeza Active Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Hawaii Posts: 153	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions Thank you all for the suggestions, Will check it out.

05-02-2006, 08:24 PM	#9
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions The p.o. of my blazer weled mine on so needless to say its useless.. __________________ 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..

05-03-2006, 10:23 AM	#10
Green Monster Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Malvern, PA Posts: 951	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions $209 is a steal. I like it... Text and image below is from http://www.earlyclassic.com/catalog.aspx Want to tow with your Classic without that ugly hitch hanging below your bumper? Our new Class 4 Hidden Receiver Hitch is just the answer. Designed for use with the stock '67-’72 factory rear bumper, simply flip up the rear license plate and insert the coupler. It’s that easy. We now offer the hitch components in a package deal: Hidden Receiver Hitch, Extended Ball Mount, License Plate Flip Frame and Flat Four Trailer Wiring. Our new Blazer and Suburban hitches are also finished and in stock, and feature the same quality design and powder-coated finish as our Pickup version. Drilling is required for installation, and every hitch comes with all needed hardware. __________________ Photo Gallery of 1972 K/5 Blazer CST

05-03-2006, 10:12 PM	#11
ian villeza Active Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Hawaii Posts: 153	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions I began to order one and was shocked that at checkout time the shipping charge was $150.00 Dollars. Seems pretty steep. I recently sold and shipped a warn winch bumper via UPS and the cost was $90.00 dollars. I'm sure the warn winch bumper weighs more than that hitch. I understand that I live in Hawaii and that there are packing charges, But $150.00 is Outrageous. Gorgeous Hitch, I definetly want one.

05-03-2006, 10:16 PM	#12
bouncytruck SKINNY TIRES RULE! Join Date: Sep 2001 Location: Bothell, WA Posts: 11,049	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions Give them a call and see if there is a cheaper shipping method. Do you have any friends on the mainland that can ship the item over for you? Know anyone shipping a car over that you can stick it inside? __________________ bouncytruck 1972 K5 The Hauler 1994 K1500 Suburban The Daily2010 Kia Soul Wife's Ride2014 Fiat 500L

05-03-2006, 10:21 PM	#13
LUV2XCLR8 The LuvShack Garage Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Maple Grove, TN (West Side) Posts: 30,482	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions w/ Bouncer, it has to be Hawaii related, pleed to them to try alternative shipping methods __________________ Owner/Op: "TN Classic Transport Carriers" The Toy: "Square Vette" 72 Hybrid Blazer Toy Barn: "LuvShack" 40 x 60 x 20 Shop Tow Piggy:"Maddy" 88 Silverado 3500 Hauler: "Feathers" 14 Aluma 8218T

05-04-2006, 01:56 AM	#14
Pop's72 It's ok to stare... Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 669	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions There is a chance they might help you out. The guys from Early Classic have always been pretty good. It can't hurt to ask... __________________ -Matt 1971 Blazer/Jimmy : Factory 2WD, Factory AC, Crate 350

05-09-2006, 01:00 AM	#15
Green Monster Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Malvern, PA Posts: 951	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions What ever happened with the shipping??? Did you order the hitch? Did they give you a reason for the high shipping costs? __________________ Photo Gallery of 1972 K/5 Blazer CST

05-09-2006, 02:59 AM	#16
ian villeza Active Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Hawaii Posts: 153	Re: Tow Hitch suggestions A friend told me to check out Uhaul first before ordering the early classic hitch. I never even new Uhaul would sell and install a complete hitch set up for me. I'm going to get a quote and take it from there.



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