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rsmarr1982 · 01-06-2013, 08:24 PM

i got these tow hooks off a 72 k20 frame that was trashed. i wanna use them on my 71 k20 but the holes on the hooks dont line up with the two holes on my 71 frame. are these hooks factory? did they use diffrent hooks through the years?

71swb4x4 · 01-06-2013, 08:31 PM

Those were used in 1972 only. They sell for about $100 more that the 69-72 style hooks. The bolt holes on the two styles are the same so you will have to drill either way.
The "extreme bend" tow hooks started sometime in 1972. The 69-72 style was used a little ways in the 72 production run.
I doubt anyone would notice if you use that style, and if they did it wouldn't matter.

Edit: check out this thread. It has 69-72 style hooks pictured, but also mentions the 72 style mounts differently than the 69-72 style. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=305926

**DeadheadNM** · 01-06-2013, 08:37 PM

Those are 1972 specific tow hooks the "extreme bend" hooks - a one year only deal. These bend in the same direction (i.e, one sided). The correct hooks for a 71 are the 69-72 type: these bend in opposing directions (i.e., there is a RH and a LH hook). In at least 72 the 4wd frames were all drilled for hooks by GM whether or not the truck was so equipped. I have a spare set of 69-72 hooks to trade!

rsmarr1982 · 01-06-2013, 09:18 PM

are they worth so much more just because they are 72 only? i think ones going away from each other would look better.

**DeadheadNM** · 01-06-2013, 09:59 PM

I believe the 72's command more $$ because they are a one year off option and supply is limited. Some guys do prefer the more balanced look of the 69-72 hooks: I have a set of 69-72 on my K10 now for that reason but will put the 72 only style on my K20 resto.

Here are some comparison pics I saved that were posted by a board member in a thread I wasn't able to find on a quick search so can't give credit where do.

jeremy zander · 01-07-2013, 09:29 AM

I will trade you the correct style for your truck(69-71) if you want to ..PM me if you like....

jeremy zander · 01-09-2013, 07:30 PM

This is what I have ...

**Joesjunk** · 01-09-2013, 11:01 PM

71 frames were not drilled unless hooks were ordered, I added hooks to my 71 and had to drill the holes

69GWC · 01-09-2013, 11:07 PM

Does anyone have good pix of these installed?

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**DeadheadNM** · 01-09-2013, 11:16 PM

Not my pics...

69GWC · 01-09-2013, 11:21 PM

Cool thanks, Have to see if I can find a set of those.
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**DeadheadNM** · 01-09-2013, 11:25 PM

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Originally Posted by 69GWC

Cool thanks, Have to see if I can find a set of those.
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You bet. Maybe Jeremy will part with one of his sets?

birdistheword · 01-10-2013, 05:06 AM

Wow really glad I found this. I happen to have a set of 72 only hooks I snatched off a beat up Jimmy and was saving them for a worthy truck. I have a 72 K10 but I'm not sure the holes lined up good for them.

1970 CST STEP · 02-03-2013, 12:30 AM

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Originally Posted by jeremy zander

This is what I have ...

Would u be willing to part with a set? Need a set for 1970. Thanks.
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jaywashburn · 02-13-2013, 11:18 PM

Hello. found this thread to be quite interesting. I have a pair of 67-68 tow hooks (based on Deadhead NM's tow hook layout). I have yet to install them on my '72 K 1/2 ton Suburban. Opon initial inspection it does'nt look like they want to fit my frame. My frame came with the tow hook holes predrilled. The tow hook holes do line up with my frame but it seems like the bumper is slightly in the way. Should these tow hooks fit my truck ? If not would someone want to do a trade for the other style. Mine have the extreme curl where the two holes are located. It seems like the other ones that have a straighter neck (where mounting holes are) would fit.
Any thoughts.
Thanks,

J

**too much stuff** · 02-13-2013, 11:29 PM

jaywashburn, no they won't fit without modification. The ones you have actually started in 60 and went to 68 i believe.

jaywashburn · 02-14-2013, 02:51 PM

"Toomuchstuff". Thanks for the reply. I guess I will clean mine up & try & sell them.

01-06-2013, 08:24 PM	#1
rsmarr1982 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: mogadore ohio Posts: 867	tow hook info i got these tow hooks off a 72 k20 frame that was trashed. i wanna use them on my 71 k20 but the holes on the hooks dont line up with the two holes on my 71 frame. are these hooks factory? did they use diffrent hooks through the years? Attached Images __________________ 1969 chevy c10 lwb stepside 250 6 3 ott 1971 chevy c10 lwb 250 6 with power steering 3 ott 1972 chevy k20 4x4 350/TH350 automatic 1978 chevy Malibu 4dr 305 2bbl (all original) 1979 chevy k10 Scottsdale 350/th350 full-time 4wd(daily driver)

01-06-2013, 08:31 PM	#2
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: tow hook info Those were used in 1972 only. They sell for about $100 more that the 69-72 style hooks. The bolt holes on the two styles are the same so you will have to drill either way. The "extreme bend" tow hooks started sometime in 1972. The 69-72 style was used a little ways in the 72 production run. I doubt anyone would notice if you use that style, and if they did it wouldn't matter. Edit: check out this thread. It has 69-72 style hooks pictured, but also mentions the 72 style mounts differently than the 69-72 style. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=305926 __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs. Last edited by 71swb4x4; 01-06-2013 at 08:37 PM.

01-06-2013, 08:37 PM	#3
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,355	Re: tow hook info Those are 1972 specific tow hooks the "extreme bend" hooks - a one year only deal. These bend in the same direction (i.e, one sided). The correct hooks for a 71 are the 69-72 type: these bend in opposing directions (i.e., there is a RH and a LH hook). In at least 72 the 4wd frames were all drilled for hooks by GM whether or not the truck was so equipped. I have a spare set of 69-72 hooks to trade! __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

01-06-2013, 09:18 PM	#4
rsmarr1982 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: mogadore ohio Posts: 867	Re: tow hook info are they worth so much more just because they are 72 only? i think ones going away from each other would look better. __________________ 1969 chevy c10 lwb stepside 250 6 3 ott 1971 chevy c10 lwb 250 6 with power steering 3 ott 1972 chevy k20 4x4 350/TH350 automatic 1978 chevy Malibu 4dr 305 2bbl (all original) 1979 chevy k10 Scottsdale 350/th350 full-time 4wd(daily driver)

01-06-2013, 09:59 PM	#5
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,355	Re: tow hook info I believe the 72's command more $$ because they are a one year off option and supply is limited. Some guys do prefer the more balanced look of the 69-72 hooks: I have a set of 69-72 on my K10 now for that reason but will put the 72 only style on my K20 resto. Here are some comparison pics I saved that were posted by a board member in a thread I wasn't able to find on a quick search so can't give credit where do. Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

01-07-2013, 09:29 AM	#6
jeremy zander Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: shakopee minnesota Posts: 515	Re: tow hook info I will trade you the correct style for your truck(69-71) if you want to ..PM me if you like.... __________________ WTB 1972 CHEVY 3/4 4X4 1971 chevy c30 4x4 NAPCO (project) 1972 chevy 3/4 4x4 350/350 4spd, tach, tow hooks,radio delete,heat delete,hubcaps,lockers 1972 chevy 3/4 4x4 383/350 dads original farm truck tilt,tach,tow hooks,hubcaps,radio delete,heat delete 2006 chevy LBZ crew cab duramax,4 inch,beadlocks 2015 chevy tahoe Z71 my fifth one,love em 2016 chevy 2500HD Z71 LTZ duramax midnite 2018 chevy suburban Z71 midnite

01-09-2013, 07:30 PM	#7
jeremy zander Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: shakopee minnesota Posts: 515	Re: tow hook info This is what I have ... Attached Images __________________ WTB 1972 CHEVY 3/4 4X4 1971 chevy c30 4x4 NAPCO (project) 1972 chevy 3/4 4x4 350/350 4spd, tach, tow hooks,radio delete,heat delete,hubcaps,lockers 1972 chevy 3/4 4x4 383/350 dads original farm truck tilt,tach,tow hooks,hubcaps,radio delete,heat delete 2006 chevy LBZ crew cab duramax,4 inch,beadlocks 2015 chevy tahoe Z71 my fifth one,love em 2016 chevy 2500HD Z71 LTZ duramax midnite 2018 chevy suburban Z71 midnite

01-09-2013, 11:01 PM	#8
Joesjunk Senior Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Independence MO. Posts: 7,691	Re: tow hook info 71 frames were not drilled unless hooks were ordered, I added hooks to my 71 and had to drill the holes __________________ 72 3/4t Custom Deluxe 402/auto 66k Original paint 71 3/4t 4x4 Custom Deluxe 10k original miles Original paint 71 3/4t Cheyenne 402 70k original paint 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 72 3/4t 4x4 Custom deluxe 91k original paint 72 Cheyenne/30 Dually 69 Camaro SS396 4-speed 13 GMC 2500HD Duramax I bought new 05 Jeep Wrangler "Willys Edition" 12k miles (I bought new) 85 3/4 ton 4x4 Scottsdale 33k miles original paint 86 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 454 restored 80 1 ton 4x4 SRW Silverado 9,434 original miles!! original paint 95 GMC 1 ton dually 4x4 my dad bought new 95 GMC 3/4 ton 4x4, regular cab 454, 31k original miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 6.0L 67k miles 2002 2500HD 4x4 regular cab 8.1L 28k miles 2003 GMC 2500HD 4x4 regular cab Diesel 93k miles 67-72 Parts for sale

01-09-2013, 11:07 PM	#9
69GWC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 1,089	Re: tow hook info Does anyone have good pix of these installed? Posted via Mobile Device

01-09-2013, 11:16 PM	#10
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,355	Re: tow hook info Not my pics... Attached Images __________________ 1972 K5 CST Highlander Blazer: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=708547 1972 K20 Cheyenne Super: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=528308 Members met: ORANGBLAZ, 2003 silverado, MikeCofield, BB72CHEVKT, Duncan&Son, Sameyrasmea72, THENEWMEXICAN, HotRod C/10, brianthelion02, Sport/Truck, ryanroo, michael bustamante, Dirt's72, Already Gone, WestButteTruck, 57taskforce, Moreyel, painterljp, AASmedic, SoCoC10, Lumaestas, carbuff382, Chevyland

01-09-2013, 11:21 PM	#11
69GWC Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 1,089	Re: tow hook info Cool thanks, Have to see if I can find a set of those. Posted via Mobile Device

01-10-2013, 05:06 AM	#13
birdistheword Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 236	Re: tow hook info Wow really glad I found this. I happen to have a set of 72 only hooks I snatched off a beat up Jimmy and was saving them for a worthy truck. I have a 72 K10 but I'm not sure the holes lined up good for them. __________________ Erik 1969 Chevy K20 6.0L/4L80E/NP205 1971 Chevy C30 Cheyenne Longhorn 454/TH400 1979 Chevy K30 dually currently in pieces

02-13-2013, 11:18 PM	#15
jaywashburn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: boulder, CO Posts: 52	Re: tow hook info Hello. found this thread to be quite interesting. I have a pair of 67-68 tow hooks (based on Deadhead NM's tow hook layout). I have yet to install them on my '72 K 1/2 ton Suburban. Opon initial inspection it does'nt look like they want to fit my frame. My frame came with the tow hook holes predrilled. The tow hook holes do line up with my frame but it seems like the bumper is slightly in the way. Should these tow hooks fit my truck ? If not would someone want to do a trade for the other style. Mine have the extreme curl where the two holes are located. It seems like the other ones that have a straighter neck (where mounting holes are) would fit. Any thoughts. Thanks, J

02-13-2013, 11:29 PM	#16
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,715	Re: tow hook info jaywashburn, no they won't fit without modification. The ones you have actually started in 60 and went to 68 i believe. __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

02-14-2013, 02:51 PM	#17
jaywashburn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: boulder, CO Posts: 52	Re: tow hook info "Toomuchstuff". Thanks for the reply. I guess I will clean mine up & try & sell them.



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