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krazy_texan · 02-16-2008, 04:09 AM

i know several guys on here have used them and i cant seem to find out what i am wanting to with the search function but what kind of tow bars are you guys using and where are you getting them from i am going to be towing my truck from texas to iowa soon and dont want to rent a dolly

TimE · 02-16-2008, 07:09 AM

I bought a tow bar from Walmart about 3 years ago and towed a 66 lwb from Oklahoma City to south Alabama. Never had any problems with it but I don't recall the exact brand name. The only downside was I had to drill holes in the front bumper for the tow bar mounts to attach to the truck. The upside to that was the bumper was all bent up anyway. Good luck!

**Palf70Step** · 02-16-2008, 08:45 AM

Jacob

I just got me another, this time from Harbor Freight. It has a bit more flexibility than the one you used of mine.

So far no problems, and it was cheaper than the first one
http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=94696

Longhorn Man · 02-16-2008, 10:04 AM

I used the wall mart one for many many miles too. It is the bottom of the line reese unit.
Better than drilling holes in the bumper, remove the bumper, and bolr it directly to the frame. I's have to bolt one side on, then pull the other arm to make it the last 1/8 to 1/4 inch... but it fit.
Another board member owns that one now... can't remember who. i threw it in the deal to CHEVY E when he got my old SWB, then he sold/gave it to another member.

72 CustomCamper · 02-16-2008, 11:34 AM

We have an antique U-haul one. I've towed many miles with that old piece. We have a pair of homemade brackets bolted to the frame of our 84 so we don't have to use the bumper clamps now if we need to tow it...

Chuck

krazy_texan · 02-16-2008, 10:36 PM

thanks guys and bill i was looking at that one last night i think i am going to go pick it up today

02-16-2008, 04:09 AM	#1
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	tow bars i know several guys on here have used them and i cant seem to find out what i am wanting to with the search function but what kind of tow bars are you guys using and where are you getting them from i am going to be towing my truck from texas to iowa soon and dont want to rent a dolly __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO

02-16-2008, 07:09 AM	#2
TimE Hey Y'all!! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bay Minette, Alabama Posts: 1,755	Re: tow bars I bought a tow bar from Walmart about 3 years ago and towed a 66 lwb from Oklahoma City to south Alabama. Never had any problems with it but I don't recall the exact brand name. The only downside was I had to drill holes in the front bumper for the tow bar mounts to attach to the truck. The upside to that was the bumper was all bent up anyway. Good luck!

02-16-2008, 08:45 AM	#3
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,979	Re: tow bars Jacob I just got me another, this time from Harbor Freight. It has a bit more flexibility than the one you used of mine. So far no problems, and it was cheaper than the first one http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/cta...emnumber=94696 __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

02-16-2008, 10:04 AM	#4
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,693	Re: tow bars I used the wall mart one for many many miles too. It is the bottom of the line reese unit. Better than drilling holes in the bumper, remove the bumper, and bolr it directly to the frame. I's have to bolt one side on, then pull the other arm to make it the last 1/8 to 1/4 inch... but it fit. Another board member owns that one now... can't remember who. i threw it in the deal to CHEVY E when he got my old SWB, then he sold/gave it to another member.

02-16-2008, 11:34 AM	#5
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,369	Re: tow bars We have an antique U-haul one. I've towed many miles with that old piece. We have a pair of homemade brackets bolted to the frame of our 84 so we don't have to use the bumper clamps now if we need to tow it... Chuck __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

02-16-2008, 10:36 PM	#6
krazy_texan Registered User Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: West Des Moines, Ia Posts: 3,233	Re: tow bars thanks guys and bill i was looking at that one last night i think i am going to go pick it up today __________________ Krazy Texan My Trucks are made with Wrenches not Chop Sticks 1967 GMC 3/4 ton "Johnny Cash" 1990 v1500 suburban 1967 Ford f100 Swb 4x4 "green bean" GOD BLESS JESUS, JOHN WAYNE, AND THE ALAMO



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