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lash · 07-31-2003, 05:23 PM

Found a pair of tow hooks at the salvage yard. part #'s 3941732 & 3941733 Could anyone tell me where I can find out what these came off of? Thanks Lash

*Phillip Johnson* · 07-31-2003, 05:34 PM

They came from my truck and Ive been looking for them for weeks!. If you could be so kind as to send them to me? There is a $50 reward and I will as always, cover shipping

lash · 07-31-2003, 05:40 PM

They are actually rust free. I figured them to be a west coast part. I'll put them in the mail today Phillip. Lash

landon4421 · 07-31-2003, 05:41 PM

if they are off a '72 I would think that thay would be worth more than $50.00.

And If they are, I would be interested also. And willing to give more than $50.00 for them.

lash · 07-31-2003, 05:46 PM

I was just kiddin with Phillip. I have a 72 4x4 They will go on if they are the right ones. Dying to find out.

landon4421 · 07-31-2003, 05:49 PM

well if you find another pair, let me know.

Brewski* · 07-31-2003, 06:42 PM

3941733 - 4 are the ones on my 71. The #s are the same on both hooks but they turn different directions (go figure~!???) Do yours turn in the same direction? I heard that some of the really rare 72's did turn the same direction.

**Ironhorse** · 07-31-2003, 06:49 PM

Brewski*, I have the identical hooks you mention on my 71 4x4. They both turn in opposite directions. They are original hooks but not to my truck. They are a swap meet find. (Best $20 I've spent in a long time !!!) A friend had (just sold it a month ago) a 72 3/4t 4x4 with factory tow hooks on option sheet but they both have a more pronounced 90 degree turn in same direction. These must be the more rare example you mentioned? Only ones like it I have ever seen.

lash · 07-31-2003, 06:52 PM

They turn towards each other w/ a rams horn type of shape.

*Phillip Johnson* · 07-31-2003, 07:15 PM

I myself was jokong with Lash.. I have a set like you have and they ARE on my 72. From what Ive seen here on the board over the past few years, they range anywhere from $150 to $250 a set. They are rather hard to find and it is beyond me that someone hasnt done a copy of them. That would be a HOT selling item!:p

*Phillip Johnson* · 07-31-2003, 07:18 PM

here are mine on a 72 4x4

meathead95 · 07-31-2003, 08:40 PM

what part of central illinois are you from? I just moved from the decatur area.

mkmiller1 · 07-31-2003, 10:27 PM

lash-if the hooks look like any of these three sets grab 'em!

huggerk5 · 07-31-2003, 10:51 PM

I just bought a pair off of this board and am waiting for shipment in a couple of days. I paid $250.00 and was glad to do so. Don't let them go to cheap!!!!

Ed ke6bnl · 08-01-2003, 07:33 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by mkmiller1
lash-if the hooks look like any of these three sets grab 'em!

I just found the pair that I had on my 72 Jimmy many years ago. I bought them from the dealer and they both face the same way. What are they worth both facing the same direction Thanks Ed ke6bnl

*Phillip Johnson* · 08-01-2003, 07:21 PM

I was thinking about all the quotes about having sets facing the same way. I would think that you must have 2 lefts or 2 rights. On my 72, I have a left and a right. I think if they were both turned in one direction, it would look rather funny. Just my opinion

Rod · 08-01-2003, 11:12 PM

I've never seen a set of 72 90 degree hooked ones that were turned same direction for some reason. It is possible to bend them what ever way you can with enough heat.. you could make any type 90 degree if you wanted too.

**jerry moss** · 08-01-2003, 11:54 PM

mine all turn 90 degrees but i've had the others too. i don't know if it's a geographic thing or one style was factory and the other was dealer add on ????
Phil, why are yours on backwards, are they 67-68 style ? 69-72 style faces inward--curl toward the back of the truck.

*Phillip Johnson* · 08-02-2003, 12:28 AM

I like the look of them like they are and they are easier to use. ive never had a tow strap come off yet, tho I do have a few extra grills and radiator just in case. :-)
I have been told that the ones I have are older ones than 72 not to mention that they are not on my option sheet. Actually my option sheet says I have a 4 speed and no tilt. A few owners ago must have done some changes. Ive looked at the hooks and if I tried to turn them, I would have to drill new holes. I have yet to try to reverse them but, what the heck, the truck is for sale and they will come off before it leaves. if it dosnt sell soon, Im going to part the truck out and make more $$$. I just want to try to sell it first because I hate to see straight good running trucks get chopped up and sold as parts. In other words, tell your friends to SAVE a 72! and buy this truck soon. One way or another it needs to leave my driveway as my wife has spoken. Her new Log Home isnt a graveyard for my truck habit! That was a quote from her, though Im on 8 acres.

*Phillip Johnson* · 08-02-2003, 12:32 AM

here is an up close picture.. What year did these come from???

**jerry moss** · 08-02-2003, 08:46 AM

Phil,
those are 67-68 style, they have a big sweeping curve.
i'm lucky in the wife department, sometimes i'll have a different truck here a week or more before she notices

and i live in town !!!!!!!!!!!!! man, the fun i could have with 8 acres

07-31-2003, 05:23 PM	#1
lash Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Central Illinois Posts: 163	72 Tow Hooks? Found a pair of tow hooks at the salvage yard. part #'s 3941732 & 3941733 Could anyone tell me where I can find out what these came off of? Thanks Lash

07-31-2003, 05:41 PM	#4
landon4421 Life is Good ! Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 1,992	if they are off a '72 I would think that thay would be worth more than $50.00. And If they are, I would be interested also. And willing to give more than $50.00 for them. __________________ '72 Chevy C10 4x4 shortbed "Project" '71 Chevy C10 2wd longbed "partsrunner" '91 Chevy Burb 4x4 "kidrunner" '14 Honda Accord Sport "commuter"

07-31-2003, 05:49 PM	#6
landon4421 Life is Good ! Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Hollister, Ca. Posts: 1,992	well if you find another pair, let me know. __________________ '72 Chevy C10 4x4 shortbed "Project" '71 Chevy C10 2wd longbed "partsrunner" '91 Chevy Burb 4x4 "kidrunner" '14 Honda Accord Sport "commuter"

07-31-2003, 06:49 PM	#8
Ironhorse Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Wellington, Ks Posts: 10,294	Brewski*, I have the identical hooks you mention on my 71 4x4. They both turn in opposite directions. They are original hooks but not to my truck. They are a swap meet find. (Best $20 I've spent in a long time !!!) A friend had (just sold it a month ago) a 72 3/4t 4x4 with factory tow hooks on option sheet but they both have a more pronounced 90 degree turn in same direction. These must be the more rare example you mentioned? Only ones like it I have ever seen. __________________ 1971 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 LWB 350 V-8 Was sm465-now 350TH/np205 Tilt, Tach, Towhooks Original Truck AM/FM Wellington, Ks

07-31-2003, 07:18 PM	#11
Phillip Johnson Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Grants Pass, Oregon Posts: 1,579	here are mine on a 72 4x4 Attached Images

07-31-2003, 05:34 PM	#2
Phillip Johnson Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Grants Pass, Oregon Posts: 1,579	They came from my truck and Ive been looking for them for weeks!. If you could be so kind as to send them to me? There is a $50 reward and I will as always, cover shipping

07-31-2003, 05:40 PM	#3
lash Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Central Illinois Posts: 163	They are actually rust free. I figured them to be a west coast part. I'll put them in the mail today Phillip. Lash

07-31-2003, 05:46 PM	#5
lash Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Central Illinois Posts: 163	I was just kiddin with Phillip. I have a 72 4x4 They will go on if they are the right ones. Dying to find out.

07-31-2003, 06:42 PM	#7
Brewski* Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Rocky Mount, MO Posts: 1,293	3941733 - 4 are the ones on my 71. The #s are the same on both hooks but they turn different directions (go figure~!???) Do yours turn in the same direction? I heard that some of the really rare 72's did turn the same direction.

07-31-2003, 06:52 PM	#9
lash Registered User Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: Central Illinois Posts: 163	They turn towards each other w/ a rams horn type of shape.

07-31-2003, 07:15 PM	#10
Phillip Johnson Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Grants Pass, Oregon Posts: 1,579	I myself was jokong with Lash.. I have a set like you have and they ARE on my 72. From what Ive seen here on the board over the past few years, they range anywhere from $150 to $250 a set. They are rather hard to find and it is beyond me that someone hasnt done a copy of them. That would be a HOT selling item!:p

07-31-2003, 08:40 PM	#12
meathead95 computer illiterate Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Des Moines, IA Posts: 6,440	what part of central illinois are you from? I just moved from the decatur area. __________________ 72 2wd blazer 72 swb 4x4

07-31-2003, 10:27 PM	#13
mkmiller1 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Magnolia, Arkansas Posts: 1,091	hook pic lash-if the hooks look like any of these three sets grab 'em! __________________ GOD is good...All the time! '71 swb custom10 barn find-68K original miles 72 K5 CST rust bucket, but runs and drives 84K miles

07-31-2003, 10:51 PM	#14
huggerk5 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Amarillo, Texas Posts: 40	I just bought a pair off of this board and am waiting for shipment in a couple of days. I paid $250.00 and was glad to do so. Don't let them go to cheap!!!!

08-01-2003, 07:21 PM	#16
Phillip Johnson Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Grants Pass, Oregon Posts: 1,579	I was thinking about all the quotes about having sets facing the same way. I would think that you must have 2 lefts or 2 rights. On my 72, I have a left and a right. I think if they were both turned in one direction, it would look rather funny. Just my opinion



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08-01-2003, 11:12 PM	#17
Rod Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Eastern - Manitoba Canada, Winnipeg Posts: 4,369	I've never seen a set of 72 90 degree hooked ones that were turned same direction for some reason. It is possible to bend them what ever way you can with enough heat.. you could make any type 90 degree if you wanted too. __________________ Senior active founding member. 70 3/4 ton GMC Suburban 4x4 250/4 spd. 71 1/2 ton Suburban Chevy 4x4, 350/350 72 Chev 1 ton tow truck 402BB w/Holmes 440 wrecker on propane 2005 FLSTSCI Harley Springer 85 FXSB Harley Lowrider 72 Triumph 650 Bonneville 5spd "Poor people don't have hobbies" Quote from wife.

08-01-2003, 11:54 PM	#18
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,936	mine all turn 90 degrees but i've had the others too. i don't know if it's a geographic thing or one style was factory and the other was dealer add on ???? Phil, why are yours on backwards, are they 67-68 style ? 69-72 style faces inward--curl toward the back of the truck. __________________ 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

08-02-2003, 12:28 AM	#19
Phillip Johnson Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Grants Pass, Oregon Posts: 1,579	I like the look of them like they are and they are easier to use. ive never had a tow strap come off yet, tho I do have a few extra grills and radiator just in case. :-) I have been told that the ones I have are older ones than 72 not to mention that they are not on my option sheet. Actually my option sheet says I have a 4 speed and no tilt. A few owners ago must have done some changes. Ive looked at the hooks and if I tried to turn them, I would have to drill new holes. I have yet to try to reverse them but, what the heck, the truck is for sale and they will come off before it leaves. if it dosnt sell soon, Im going to part the truck out and make more $$$. I just want to try to sell it first because I hate to see straight good running trucks get chopped up and sold as parts. In other words, tell your friends to SAVE a 72! and buy this truck soon. One way or another it needs to leave my driveway as my wife has spoken. Her new Log Home isnt a graveyard for my truck habit! That was a quote from her, though Im on 8 acres.

08-02-2003, 12:32 AM	#20
Phillip Johnson Account Suspended Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Grants Pass, Oregon Posts: 1,579	here is an up close picture.. What year did these come from??? Attached Images

08-02-2003, 08:46 AM	#21
jerry moss Born Psycho Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: brentwood,cal,usa Posts: 4,936	Phil, those are 67-68 style, they have a big sweeping curve. i'm lucky in the wife department, sometimes i'll have a different truck here a week or more before she notices and i live in town !!!!!!!!!!!!! man, the fun i could have with 8 acres __________________ 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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