Tow Hooks

CTB · 04-19-2003, 09:21 AM

Hey guys,

Well since we had a big discussion about tow straps and all that earlier, I figured I would ask a question about tow hooks. I looked on the front of my rig, and this "eye tie-down" is actually bolted down. So, I was thinking about removing the "eye tie-down" and replacing it with an actual tow hook...should that be alright? Second question, are all tow hooks created equal, or is there something specific to look for? I don't know a whole lot about recovery, so I'm hoping you guys will be able to give me some info. Thanks for all of the help-

CTB

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**Yoda** · 04-19-2003, 09:26 AM

I don't know if there is a quality difference between hooks. I do know it is best to get those hooks that have that safety latch so the strap/cable/whatever doesn't fall off if there is any slack in the line.

***Corey*** · 04-19-2003, 09:40 AM

Cody, here is a vendor that I have a link to in the Vendor Links section.
http://www.recoverygear.com/DEFAULT1.HTM

By looking in their recovery hardware section, I see these.

http://www.recoverygear.com/hardware.html

Perhaps something like that can be made to bolt on where you want it to?
Then use a shackle with it that is further down on that page.

I now know why my Masterpull synthetic line was so much money, the dang yellow hook and coupling are close to
$100 alone.

CTB · 04-19-2003, 02:32 PM

Thanks for the replies guys. I'm thinking about picking this one from Warn (it's about halfway down the page).

Anyone else have any comments/ideas/suggestions?

I really appreciate the input.

OicnaiC · 04-19-2003, 03:07 PM

Don't you already have a tow hook on the other side? Whats wrong with it? Whats the advantage of 2? I've never had a probelm with only 1 tow hook.

Hawaiian4R · 04-19-2003, 04:35 PM

Yeah, don't you have one on the other side?

CTB · 04-20-2003, 08:18 AM

Ya I do, but I was going to add one just in case...the tow rope may not quite be long enough, it may be easier to get one side of my car into a tight spot to make a pull than another, etc. It's pretty much for a "just in case" situation.

Does anyone else have any more comments? Thanks guys-

RTdawgs · 04-20-2003, 03:09 PM

keep the tie down. if your strap isnt long enough for the factory hook, move the vehicle that isnt stuck.

wolf · 05-01-2008, 02:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CTB

Ya I do, but I was going to add one just in case...the tow rope may not quite be long enough, it may be easier to get one side of my car into a tight spot to make a pull than another, etc. It's pretty much for a "just in case" situation.

Does anyone else have any more comments? Thanks guys-

I wanted another one also and having a hard time finding them. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks

bigt · 05-01-2008, 03:27 PM

go to a junk yard an d take the one from the other side!! and then put it on the other side... i have found just a d rong in that tie down is better than a the tow hook i use it more!! ymmv

norcalsvx · 05-01-2008, 03:28 PM

see if sdori will make a set for you

Tacoclimber · 05-01-2008, 03:29 PM

An eleven post thread revived after 5 years??? This has to be a record!

04-19-2003, 09:26 AM	#2 (permalink)
Yoda Super Moderator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: North Bend, WA Posts: 2,664	I don't know if there is a quality difference between hooks. I do know it is best to get those hooks that have that safety latch so the strap/cable/whatever doesn't fall off if there is any slack in the line. __________________ David TLCA 14788 71 Landcruiser FJ-40 TBI 327, TH-350, Warn 8000, disk axle swap. 76 Landcruiser FJ-40 project/parts (haven't decided)

04-19-2003, 09:40 AM	#3 (permalink)
*Corey* Co-Founder/Administrator Staff Join Date: May 2002 Location: Auburn, Washington Posts: 26,071	Cody, here is a vendor that I have a link to in the Vendor Links section. http://www.recoverygear.com/DEFAULT1.HTM By looking in their recovery hardware section, I see these. http://www.recoverygear.com/hardware.html Perhaps something like that can be made to bolt on where you want it to? Then use a shackle with it that is further down on that page. I now know why my Masterpull synthetic line was so much money, the dang yellow hook and coupling are close to $100 alone. __________________ Corey 2007 FJ Cruiser Built for 4wheelin', expedition, camping, and overlanding use PNW FJ Cruisers ☺ Detailing 101 ☺ Join Topsites ☺ Muffler Comparisons ☺ Maggiolinas In The Wild FJ Cruiser Buildup ☺ New Roof Top Tent ☺ Video Of My Penthouse Part II ☺ Rehinge Your ARB/Engel Fridge Blog About Roof Top Tents ☺ FJC Magazines Online Review Of My Tent ☺ 2009 Specialized Rockhopper Pro

04-19-2003, 02:32 PM	#4 (permalink)
CTB Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: SC Posts: 1,218	Thanks for the replies guys. I'm thinking about picking this one from Warn (it's about halfway down the page). Anyone else have any comments/ideas/suggestions? I really appreciate the input. __________________ 1995 4Runner V6 4x4

04-19-2003, 03:07 PM	#5 (permalink)
OicnaiC Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Tahlequah, Oklahoma Posts: 616	Don't you already have a tow hook on the other side? Whats wrong with it? Whats the advantage of 2? I've never had a probelm with only 1 tow hook. __________________ '91 4Runner SR5, 3.0 V6, 5spd \| Downey HD coil springs \| 2" Body Lift \| 33x10.5 BFG A/T's on Black Steelies\| Hand Throttle \| Custom Flowmaster/SuperTrapp exhaust \| 1st Gen. Roll Bar \| Custom "Pinstriping" \| Over 245,000 miles and still kickin

04-19-2003, 04:35 PM	#6 (permalink)
Hawaiian4R Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Honolulu, Hawaii Posts: 263	Yeah, don't you have one on the other side? __________________ *2002 4Runner SR5*

04-20-2003, 08:18 AM	#7 (permalink)
CTB Registered User Join Date: May 2002 Location: SC Posts: 1,218	Ya I do, but I was going to add one just in case...the tow rope may not quite be long enough, it may be easier to get one side of my car into a tight spot to make a pull than another, etc. It's pretty much for a "just in case" situation. Does anyone else have any more comments? Thanks guys- __________________ 1995 4Runner V6 4x4

04-20-2003, 03:09 PM	#8 (permalink)
RTdawgs Contributing Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Georgia Posts: 2,066	keep the tie down. if your strap isnt long enough for the factory hook, move the vehicle that isnt stuck. __________________ Ryan New: 2008 4Runner Sport. Mild, not wild. Old: 2000 4Runner 305s, Locker, TJM, Warn, Skids, Sliders, SC

05-01-2008, 03:27 PM	#10 (permalink)
bigt Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: chippawa niagara falls ontario Posts: 3,200	go to a junk yard an d take the one from the other side!! and then put it on the other side... i have found just a d rong in that tie down is better than a the tow hook i use it more!! ymmv __________________ 1991 HILUX SURF SSR-X turbo diesel right hand drive toyota imported in 2005 from japan, 130,000 km 31 bfg a/t auto current build 1987 LWB suzuki samurai. turning 2 into one.. yota axles welded front to back, yota springs , ifs steering box,, this bad boy will not only eat jeeps but toyotas aswell \m/

05-01-2008, 03:28 PM	#11 (permalink)
norcalsvx Registered User Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Alpine--GRASS valley, CA Posts: 2,132	see if sdori will make a set for you __________________ 1994 toy 22re- http://www.yotatech.com/f86/nocalsvx-s-94-toy-104593/ 2006 Subaru Forester XT -some mods/awd 5spd 1994 Subaru SVX- hwy runner 84 RX7- drag car build

05-01-2008, 03:29 PM	#12 (permalink)
Tacoclimber Contributing Member Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Between a rock and a hard place, AZ Posts: 3,713	An eleven post thread revived after 5 years??? This has to be a record! __________________ CJ ...<>< 03 DC TRD Tacoma 4wd with a bunch of junk. SOLD 1964 Chevy Biscayne, 230 I6, lowered, satin black, old-school legit. Just wheel the stupid thing!!! But do it responsibly, ok? My band: Road Worn Saints

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