Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

sick472 · 03-11-2020, 03:55 PM

I want tow hooks for the front and rear of my 72 just for that freak occassion when it needs to be put on a tilt bed. Worry insurance I guess.

I have read alot of threads here about the rare 72 hooks and the even more rare rear hook adders, but I'm not into paying for rare...I just want functional that won't cause damaged bumpers from chains/cables.

Anybody have that lead?

71gmcC15 · 03-11-2020, 06:20 PM

Hers a thread I made about installing 88-98 pickups tow hooks. The chain may scratch your bumper on extreme cirumstances but that not a worried for a daily like mine. Probably don't what that on a show queen.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=791145

**special-K** · 03-12-2020, 07:48 AM

We used to fabricate our bumpers when I was into 4 wheeling. We would weld chain hooks up. That way all you need is chain. A broken chain with no hook can still be used.

We always called these Jeep hooks, the accessory hooks made for 4wds. Back when people ran brush guards these hooks would be attached at the bottom of the side plates. The first set of factory tow hooks I bought were new take off. They came from a K/5 original owner who removed the factory tow hooks to mount a brush guard. TSC sells the Jeep hooks. Clips are offered for mounting under the frame. These hooks are inexpensive and they work

sick472 · 03-12-2020, 07:55 AM

Thanks for the link 71! I am holding that as a possibility, but would like to find something that hangs a bit lower to avoid scratching "the queen". I do plan on driving this truck regularly - rain or shine. I am looking forward to my fist new truck and hope to keep it looking good for as long as possible.

I have an 85 K20 and the front hooks look like they hang down quite a bit, but I have not had the time to check the measurements to see oif they will work on the 72. I did look at the rear frame and it sure is tucked up high above the rear bumper...not sure what needs to be done their to mount a hook of some sort....maybe a tow bar, even though I would like to avoid that.

sick472 · 03-12-2020, 08:13 AM

Special, I think I have seen these at the local farm stores. Are you saying that there is an option that mounts directly to the frame or additional bracketry would be needed. I have the stock repop chrome bumpers front and back and need to get the hooks down below them.

**Stocker** · 03-12-2020, 09:51 AM

I have hooks like the ones Tim posted above. Very affordable and very tough. Single rear hook is bolted to the bottom of the step bumper. The front hooks are bolted to the bottom of the frame rails. I used a small spacer, about 3/16" thick, so the hooks will clear the front bumper. Truck is still in paint prison so no pics, sorry.

71gmcC15 · 03-12-2020, 01:46 PM

Instead of using a chain that will scratch your bumper use a tow strap. They shouldn't hurt your bumper.

**71blksuper4x4** · 03-12-2020, 09:58 PM

I have used 73-80 hooks before. They are flat with good girth. The 81-91 square body version are different.

Mike C · 03-13-2020, 07:30 AM

I have the ones like Tim posted on the front of my Jimmy. Had a set on my old C2500 ‘70 as well. And they are handy dandy if you need to pull from the front.

Anymore I can weld and fab and am a front receiver guy. Gives you more options. On my kids ‘72 Jimmy we used the same off-road hooks but I mounted a bolt on receiver that sandwiches between the hook and the frame that gives you both options.

Receivers make great tow points for straps. Just put the eye of the strap in and insert the 5/8” hitch pin through the eye and pull away.

**Sheepdip** · 10-27-2020, 11:10 PM

You guy's don't send me death threats.... but I installed late model F150 tow hooks, used one existing hole and drilled one. They hang down enough to get a strap or chain thru them.

I think they look nice since they are chrome and don't stick out to far, they will serve the purpose should I ever need them.

https://www.amazon.com/7BLACKSMITHS-...s%2C239&sr=8-5

gmc684x4 · 10-28-2020, 12:24 AM

Omg sacrilege..
They do look like they belong

Does not McMaster carr have sets on tow hooks

I do not like the 88 up tow hooks i have broken one in the past and doesnt feel like the same quality as the old hooks

Orange Crate · 10-29-2020, 06:09 AM

https://www.clevelandhardware.com/ca...=pdfs/2800.pdf

67swb72klb · 10-29-2020, 11:10 PM

I built a crossmember and mounted a set like C20 has pictured above but in chrome
They are made by Cleveland Hardware

03-11-2020, 03:55 PM	#1
sick472 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Sedalia Mo. Posts: 1,131	Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? I want tow hooks for the front and rear of my 72 just for that freak occassion when it needs to be put on a tilt bed. Worry insurance I guess. I have read alot of threads here about the rare 72 hooks and the even more rare rear hook adders, but I'm not into paying for rare...I just want functional that won't cause damaged bumpers from chains/cables. Anybody have that lead? __________________ He who is without oil shall throw the first rod. Compressions 8.7:1 1972 C10 1976 C10 (parts truck) 1985 K20 Last edited by sick472; 03-12-2020 at 08:13 AM.

03-11-2020, 06:20 PM	#2
71gmcC15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Doland SD Posts: 836	Re: Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? Hers a thread I made about installing 88-98 pickups tow hooks. The chain may scratch your bumper on extreme cirumstances but that not a worried for a daily like mine. Probably don't what that on a show queen. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=791145 __________________ ( second times the charm) 71 gmc c15 307 sbc 373 rear gears positrac sm 465 trans. ( not listed on spid but is original ) 94 chevy k1500 350 tbi 373 rear gears 4l60e one wheel peel. Gutless 07 gmc sierra classic rcsb 4.3 lt 5 speed w/t 04 chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab 5.3 4l60e. 81 chevy Scottsdale k10 muncie sm465 Np208 10 bolt 8.2 ( Old Green)

03-12-2020, 07:48 AM	#3
special-K Special Order Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Mt Airy, MD Posts: 85,862	Re: Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? We used to fabricate our bumpers when I was into 4 wheeling. We would weld chain hooks up. That way all you need is chain. A broken chain with no hook can still be used. We always called these Jeep hooks, the accessory hooks made for 4wds. Back when people ran brush guards these hooks would be attached at the bottom of the side plates. The first set of factory tow hooks I bought were new take off. They came from a K/5 original owner who removed the factory tow hooks to mount a brush guard. TSC sells the Jeep hooks. Clips are offered for mounting under the frame. These hooks are inexpensive and they work Attached Images __________________ "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 ~ Last edited by special-K; 03-12-2020 at 07:53 AM.

03-12-2020, 07:55 AM	#4
sick472 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Sedalia Mo. Posts: 1,131	Re: Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? Thanks for the link 71! I am holding that as a possibility, but would like to find something that hangs a bit lower to avoid scratching "the queen". I do plan on driving this truck regularly - rain or shine. I am looking forward to my fist new truck and hope to keep it looking good for as long as possible. I have an 85 K20 and the front hooks look like they hang down quite a bit, but I have not had the time to check the measurements to see oif they will work on the 72. I did look at the rear frame and it sure is tucked up high above the rear bumper...not sure what needs to be done their to mount a hook of some sort....maybe a tow bar, even though I would like to avoid that. __________________ He who is without oil shall throw the first rod. Compressions 8.7:1 1972 C10 1976 C10 (parts truck) 1985 K20

03-12-2020, 08:13 AM	#5
sick472 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Sedalia Mo. Posts: 1,131	Re: Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? Special, I think I have seen these at the local farm stores. Are you saying that there is an option that mounts directly to the frame or additional bracketry would be needed. I have the stock repop chrome bumpers front and back and need to get the hooks down below them. __________________ He who is without oil shall throw the first rod. Compressions 8.7:1 1972 C10 1976 C10 (parts truck) 1985 K20

03-12-2020, 09:51 AM	#6
Stocker 20' Daredevil (Ret) Join Date: May 2003 Location: Jefferson State Posts: 13,564	Re: Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? I have hooks like the ones Tim posted above. Very affordable and very tough. Single rear hook is bolted to the bottom of the step bumper. The front hooks are bolted to the bottom of the frame rails. I used a small spacer, about 3/16" thick, so the hooks will clear the front bumper. Truck is still in paint prison so no pics, sorry. __________________ - Mike - 1972 K20 LWB 350/350/205 RIP El Jay

03-12-2020, 01:46 PM	#7
71gmcC15 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2018 Location: Doland SD Posts: 836	Re: Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? Instead of using a chain that will scratch your bumper use a tow strap. They shouldn't hurt your bumper. __________________ ( second times the charm) 71 gmc c15 307 sbc 373 rear gears positrac sm 465 trans. ( not listed on spid but is original ) 94 chevy k1500 350 tbi 373 rear gears 4l60e one wheel peel. Gutless 07 gmc sierra classic rcsb 4.3 lt 5 speed w/t 04 chevy Silverado 1500 ext cab 5.3 4l60e. 81 chevy Scottsdale k10 muncie sm465 Np208 10 bolt 8.2 ( Old Green)

03-12-2020, 09:58 PM	#8
71blksuper4x4 SWB 4x4 Collector Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Osage City, KS Posts: 5,151	Re: Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? I have used 73-80 hooks before. They are flat with good girth. The 81-91 square body version are different. __________________ TREVOR 1970 CST swb 4x4 (speedwarning,cruise,tilt,tach,8track, original red shoulder belts,tow hooks) 1972 Jimmy (soon to be Hickey cloned) 1971 Cheyenne Super 4x4 swb (tilt,tach,buckets, original blue shoulder belts,am/fm,cruise,tow hooks, dealer 8 track) 1972 Cheyenne Super K20 4x4 Custom Camper (tilt, tach, am/fm, tow hooks, bed toolbox, aux gas tank 1972 Cheyenne Super Crew Cab K30 4x4 Duramax, Allison, np205, buckets, tow hooks (CURRENT PROJECT) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=624819 1989 V3500 Crew Cab (454tbi, NV4500, np205) 1970 Chevelle SS (LS5 454,th400,8track,buckets,tach) :2004 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon (daily driver) WTB: 1968-70 Cruise Control Lever

03-13-2020, 07:30 AM	#9
Mike C Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Austin, TX, USA Posts: 7,714	Re: Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? I have the ones like Tim posted on the front of my Jimmy. Had a set on my old C2500 ‘70 as well. And they are handy dandy if you need to pull from the front. Anymore I can weld and fab and am a front receiver guy. Gives you more options. On my kids ‘72 Jimmy we used the same off-road hooks but I mounted a bolt on receiver that sandwiches between the hook and the frame that gives you both options. Receivers make great tow points for straps. Just put the eye of the strap in and insert the 5/8” hitch pin through the eye and pull away. __________________ 44 Willys MB 52 M38A1 64 Corvette Coupe 68 Camaro 'vert LT1 & TH700 69 Z/28 355 12.6's @110 69 Chevy Short Step 4 1/2"/7" drop 72 Jimmy 4WD 4spd 4" & 35's 02 GMC 2500HD 4x4 Duramax

10-27-2020, 11:10 PM	#10
Sheepdip Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Waterford California Posts: 2,436	Re: Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? You guy's don't send me death threats.... but I installed late model F150 tow hooks, used one existing hole and drilled one. They hang down enough to get a strap or chain thru them. I think they look nice since they are chrome and don't stick out to far, they will serve the purpose should I ever need them. https://www.amazon.com/7BLACKSMITHS-...s%2C239&sr=8-5 Attached Images

10-28-2020, 12:24 AM	#11
gmc684x4 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Whitehorse yukon Posts: 1,218	Re: Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? Omg sacrilege.. They do look like they belong Does not McMaster carr have sets on tow hooks I do not like the 88 up tow hooks i have broken one in the past and doesnt feel like the same quality as the old hooks

10-29-2020, 06:09 AM	#12
Orange Crate Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Under the Truck Dreaming Posts: 661	Re: Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? https://www.clevelandhardware.com/ca...=pdfs/2800.pdf __________________ 72 K20 Custom Camper, D60, 14BFF, full roller 406 TPI w custom built ECU and yes..it has tow hooks...

10-29-2020, 11:10 PM	#13
67swb72klb Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: livingston co.mi Posts: 2,452	Re: Non-Stock Tow Hooks Front and Rear Options? I built a crossmember and mounted a set like C20 has pictured above but in chrome They are made by Cleveland Hardware Attached Images __________________ California 65 GTO---Texas 64 burb 283 ---Oklahoma 67 CST SWB BBW wood bed 327 2004r---New Mexico 72 k10 350 350 auto---Georga 72 short step project



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