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Tbruz · 09-10-2014, 09:06 PM

Looking for a picture of installed stock rear tow hooks.
I picked up a set and will be installing them into my 72; would like to see how/where the factory installed them.
Thanks in advance
Tbruz

nobolt · 09-12-2014, 04:18 AM

I had these saved for reference, but am unsure if 100% correct. I suppose they would be great on a flat bed truck.

Tbruz · 09-12-2014, 05:52 PM

Nobolt,
Appreciate the pics, my frame doesn't look like that; I don't have that wedge shape on the bottom.
Any other opinions and pics welcomed
Thanks
Tbruz

nobolt · 09-12-2014, 06:11 PM

someone chime in on this...

I believe the wedge/triangle was added to accommodate the hook.
I think Pete (DeadheadNM) has these on his 4x4. I may have stolen the pics from his build.

SS Tim · 09-12-2014, 06:46 PM

The wedge was added for a mounting spot. Remeber the rearhooks were an accessory. Here is the only picture I have of the installation sheet showing them mounted on the side of the frame.

**DeadheadNM** · 09-12-2014, 07:28 PM

We added the wedges to accommodate the hooks on my K20. There is little clearance below the level of the rear bumper - mounted to the side of the frame would render these useless on a C/K 10/20/30 if a bumper is present so avoid that.

Tbruz · 09-12-2014, 11:52 PM

SSTim,
Can you post a closer shot of the mounting instructions.
Thanks
Tbruz

SS Tim · 09-13-2014, 05:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeadheadNM

...mounted to the side of the frame would render these useless on a C/K 10/20/30 if a bumper is present ...

True enough but then rear bumpers were options or accessories too on pickups.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tbruz

SSTim,
Can you post a closer shot of the mounting instructions.
Thanks
Tbruz

Like I said thats all of it. 400x300 pixles and 18.1KB

Tbruz · 09-13-2014, 10:14 AM

Thank you

**special-K** · 09-14-2014, 09:16 AM

They were an accessory,so people mounted them where ever they wanted

Orange Crate · 09-14-2014, 12:03 PM

Contrary to mythical beliefs these hooks are not rare. You can still buy them from the original mfg AND the 2801 style would fit better on a frame rail, if you are so inclined to add hooks at the back. Put the 2801's in with some grade 8 hardware and add some doubler plates and never look back (no pun intended).

http://www.clevelandhardware.com/cat...g_devices.html

Orange Crate · 09-14-2014, 12:05 PM

edit to read 2801-A.....

**DeadheadNM** · 09-14-2014, 02:29 PM

Huh - didn't realize these were still available, thanks.

BLT gmc · 09-14-2014, 05:32 PM

Cleveland Hardware Part # 2801-C LH and RH Sales contact-Kathy@clevelandhardware.com They have a minimum order of $125. I had to order a total of 6 hooks 3 RH 3LH to make the minimum order of $125. Inexpensive. Good luck, Bruce

09-10-2014, 09:06 PM	#1
Tbruz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Windham, NH Posts: 226	Rear tow hooks Looking for a picture of installed stock rear tow hooks. I picked up a set and will be installing them into my 72; would like to see how/where the factory installed them. Thanks in advance Tbruz

09-12-2014, 04:18 AM	#2
nobolt Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Algonac, MI 48001 Posts: 1,848	Re: Rear tow hooks I had these saved for reference, but am unsure if 100% correct. I suppose they would be great on a flat bed truck. Attached Images __________________ Dave "... government even in its best state is but a necessary evil. Thomas Paine "It wasn't a lie, it was ineptitude with insufficient cover." Donald Draper (Mad Men) Last edited by nobolt; 09-12-2014 at 04:23 AM.

09-12-2014, 05:52 PM	#3
Tbruz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Windham, NH Posts: 226	Re: Rear tow hooks Nobolt, Appreciate the pics, my frame doesn't look like that; I don't have that wedge shape on the bottom. Any other opinions and pics welcomed Thanks Tbruz

09-12-2014, 06:11 PM	#4
nobolt Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Algonac, MI 48001 Posts: 1,848	Re: Rear tow hooks someone chime in on this... I believe the wedge/triangle was added to accommodate the hook. I think Pete (DeadheadNM) has these on his 4x4. I may have stolen the pics from his build. __________________ Dave "... government even in its best state is but a necessary evil. Thomas Paine "It wasn't a lie, it was ineptitude with insufficient cover." Donald Draper (Mad Men)

09-12-2014, 06:46 PM	#5
SS Tim Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Edwards, CA Posts: 7,503	Re: Rear tow hooks The wedge was added for a mounting spot. Remeber the rearhooks were an accessory. Here is the only picture I have of the installation sheet showing them mounted on the side of the frame. Attached Images __________________ Thanks, Tim * VIN/Model Decoders * Power Team Charts (engine/transmission/gear ratio) * Post Your Pickup SPID Blazer SPID Suburban/Panel SPID * RTFM ... Read The Factory Manuals... download 'em here Highlanders Do you have a 1972 Plaid Pickup? Plaid Blazer ** Plaid Suburban

09-12-2014, 07:28 PM	#6
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,449	Re: Rear tow hooks We added the wedges to accommodate the hooks on my K20. There is little clearance below the level of the rear bumper - mounted to the side of the frame would render these useless on a C/K 10/20/30 if a bumper is present so avoid that. __________________ 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

09-12-2014, 11:52 PM	#7
Tbruz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Windham, NH Posts: 226	Re: Rear tow hooks SSTim, Can you post a closer shot of the mounting instructions. Thanks Tbruz

09-13-2014, 10:14 AM	#9
Tbruz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Windham, NH Posts: 226	Re: Rear tow hooks Thank you

09-14-2014, 09:16 AM	#10
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,851	Re: Rear tow hooks They were an accessory,so people mounted them where ever they wanted __________________ "BUILDING A BETTER WAY TO SERVE THE USA"......67/72......"The New Breed" GMC '67 C1500 Wideside Super Custom SWB: 327/M22/3.42 posi.........."The '67" (project) GMC '72 K2500 Wideside Sierra Custom Camper: 350/TH350/4.10 Power-Lok..."The '72" (rolling) Tim "Don't call me a redneck. I'm a rough cut country gentleman" R.I.P. ~ East Side Low Life ~ El Jay ~ 72BLUZ ~ Fasteddie69 ~ Ron586 ~ 67ChevyRedneck ~ Grumpy Old Man ~

09-14-2014, 12:03 PM	#11
Orange Crate Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Under the Truck Dreaming Posts: 755	Re: Rear tow hooks Contrary to mythical beliefs these hooks are not rare. You can still buy them from the original mfg AND the 2801 style would fit better on a frame rail, if you are so inclined to add hooks at the back. Put the 2801's in with some grade 8 hardware and add some doubler plates and never look back (no pun intended). http://www.clevelandhardware.com/cat...g_devices.html __________________ 72 K20 Custom Camper, D60, 14BFF, full roller 406 TPI w custom built ECU and yes..it has tow hooks...and a 5 speed

09-14-2014, 12:05 PM	#12
Orange Crate Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Under the Truck Dreaming Posts: 755	Re: Rear tow hooks edit to read 2801-A..... __________________ 72 K20 Custom Camper, D60, 14BFF, full roller 406 TPI w custom built ECU and yes..it has tow hooks...and a 5 speed

09-14-2014, 02:29 PM	#13
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,449	Re: Rear tow hooks Huh - didn't realize these were still available, thanks. __________________ 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

09-14-2014, 05:32 PM	#14
BLT gmc Registered User Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: West Iowa Posts: 1,106	Re: Rear tow hooks Cleveland Hardware Part # 2801-C LH and RH Sales contact-Kathy@clevelandhardware.com They have a minimum order of $125. I had to order a total of 6 hooks 3 RH 3LH to make the minimum order of $125. Inexpensive. Good luck, Bruce



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