Best day at the wrecking yard ever! Tow Hooks - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

IMBROKEN · 07-21-2020, 09:17 PM

I was adventuring around the wrecking yard today and low and behold I found these hanging on a bare C10 pickup frame. 3 of the 4 bolts came out without issue, the 4th one took a 6 foot bar on a breaker before the bolt gave up the ghost. It was worth getting sweaty for these I figure. They should looks pretty good on my K5!

**DeadheadNM** · 07-21-2020, 09:56 PM

That’s a great find. Do you see any evidence for white paint on the hooks?

IMBROKEN · 07-21-2020, 10:10 PM

Hi DeadheadNM, I only see black paint on them in a few spots. The truck they came off of was a factory white truck(they frame swapped the truck and still have it). I am out of the loop, what does the white paint mean?

**too much stuff** · 07-21-2020, 10:25 PM

Nice! Look to be in good shape too.

**DeadheadNM** · 07-21-2020, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by IMBROKEN

Hi DeadheadNM, I only see black paint on them in a few spots. The truck they came off of was a factory white truck(they frame swapped the truck and still have it). I am out of the loop, what does the white paint mean?

Prior to 72 accessory hooks could only be had with a painted (white) bumper. I’m kicking around a theory that these or some of these hooks were also painted white. I’ve seen photos of several sets that look to have bits of old white paint on them. For the 72 model year hooks could accompany chrome bumpers but only available on “K” models.

IMBROKEN · 07-22-2020, 09:07 AM

Quick update for you DeadheadNM, This morning I had forgot the tow hooks outside on my tailgate over night. I went to grab them and saw the were wet with dew. The moisture appears to have brought out white paint in a few spots. The mystery continues.

Thanks Too Much Stuff! I appreciate it and was pumped to find these! I was going to send you a message next time I was in the Grand Rapids area and get a tour if you had time.

simicrintz · 07-22-2020, 11:19 AM

You left them outside overnight??!! Unattended? Without an armed guard?!

Awesome find!!!

**Ol Blue K20** · 07-22-2020, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by simicrintz

You left them outside overnight??!! Unattended? Without an armed guard?!

Awesome find!!!

My thoughts too....

**DeadheadNM** · 07-22-2020, 05:55 PM

Good to know - thanks for posting. If you ever get the chance I'd be curious to see a photo of the glovebox SPID from the pickup those were bolted to.

**Ironhorse** · 07-22-2020, 06:26 PM

IMBROKEN, that was quite the score at a yard. Does Minnesota have a state lottery? Think I would maybe splurge and buy a couple tickets if you do. You have a bit of luck going on, put it to work again. Curious, care to post what you paid for them at the yard? Just to let folks know that treasures are still out there, LOL.

I was able to get the hooks for my '71 4x4 many years ago when I lucked into them at a swap meet for a $20 bill. Almost threw my arm out reaching for my wallet!

Killer Bee · 07-22-2020, 07:18 PM

great score OP! also curious what the bone yard cost was for those

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Originally Posted by Ol Blue K20

My thoughts too....

I've been afraid to leave hooks on mine around here..

thought about welding the nuts on aftermarket hardware

**too much stuff** · 07-22-2020, 09:40 PM

[QUOTE

Thanks Too Much Stuff! I appreciate it and was pumped to find these! I was going to send you a message next time I was in the Grand Rapids area and get a tour if you had time.[/QUOTE]

Let me know if you are in the area...

07-21-2020, 09:17 PM	#1
IMBROKEN Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Wannaska, Minnesota Posts: 23	Best day at the wrecking yard ever! Tow Hooks I was adventuring around the wrecking yard today and low and behold I found these hanging on a bare C10 pickup frame. 3 of the 4 bolts came out without issue, the 4th one took a 6 foot bar on a breaker before the bolt gave up the ghost. It was worth getting sweaty for these I figure. They should looks pretty good on my K5! Attached Images __________________ Clark Kent is Superman's critique of the entire Human race.

07-21-2020, 09:56 PM	#2
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,278	Re: Best day at the wrecking yard ever! Tow Hooks That’s a great find. Do you see any evidence for white paint on the hooks? __________________ 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

07-21-2020, 10:10 PM	#3
IMBROKEN Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Wannaska, Minnesota Posts: 23	Re: Best day at the wrecking yard ever! Tow Hooks Hi DeadheadNM, I only see black paint on them in a few spots. The truck they came off of was a factory white truck(they frame swapped the truck and still have it). I am out of the loop, what does the white paint mean? __________________ Clark Kent is Superman's critique of the entire Human race. Last edited by IMBROKEN; 07-21-2020 at 10:24 PM.

07-21-2020, 10:25 PM	#4
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,691	Re: Best day at the wrecking yard ever! Tow Hooks Nice! Look to be in good shape too. __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

07-22-2020, 09:07 AM	#6
IMBROKEN Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Wannaska, Minnesota Posts: 23	Re: Best day at the wrecking yard ever! Tow Hooks Quick update for you DeadheadNM, This morning I had forgot the tow hooks outside on my tailgate over night. I went to grab them and saw the were wet with dew. The moisture appears to have brought out white paint in a few spots. The mystery continues. Thanks Too Much Stuff! I appreciate it and was pumped to find these! I was going to send you a message next time I was in the Grand Rapids area and get a tour if you had time. Attached Images __________________ Clark Kent is Superman's critique of the entire Human race.

07-22-2020, 11:19 AM	#7
simicrintz Registered User Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: Escondido Posts: 305	Re: Best day at the wrecking yard ever! Tow Hooks You left them outside overnight??!! Unattended? Without an armed guard?! Awesome find!!! __________________ -Bruce 1971 K5 Blazer 4WD

07-22-2020, 05:55 PM	#9
DeadheadNM Carpe manana Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Eau Claire, WI Posts: 12,278	Re: Best day at the wrecking yard ever! Tow Hooks Good to know - thanks for posting. If you ever get the chance I'd be curious to see a photo of the glovebox SPID from the pickup those were bolted to. __________________ 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

07-22-2020, 06:26 PM	#10
Ironhorse Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Wellington, Ks Posts: 10,006	Re: Best day at the wrecking yard ever! Tow Hooks IMBROKEN, that was quite the score at a yard. Does Minnesota have a state lottery? Think I would maybe splurge and buy a couple tickets if you do. You have a bit of luck going on, put it to work again. Curious, care to post what you paid for them at the yard? Just to let folks know that treasures are still out there, LOL. I was able to get the hooks for my '71 4x4 many years ago when I lucked into them at a swap meet for a $20 bill. Almost threw my arm out reaching for my wallet! __________________ 1971 Chevy 1/2T 4x4 LWB 350 V-8 Was sm465-now 350TH/np205 Tilt, Tach, Towhooks Original Truck AM/FM Wellington, Ks

07-22-2020, 09:40 PM	#12
too much stuff Roadtrip! Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Grand Rapids MN Posts: 13,691	Re: Best day at the wrecking yard ever! Tow Hooks [QUOTE Thanks Too Much Stuff! I appreciate it and was pumped to find these! I was going to send you a message next time I was in the Grand Rapids area and get a tour if you had time.[/QUOTE] Let me know if you are in the area... __________________ 67 gmc custom lwb dakota truck. Sold...And bought back 69 swb 4x4 project (in progress) 70 c-10 lwb texas truck 70 4x4/BB/bkts/posi/tach(retired) 70 swb (wifes) 70 jimmy camper 71 K-5 factory 2wd 71 cheyenne 4x4/tach/posi/ plow rig 71 Cheyenne20 BB, buckets, tach, tilt, 4 speed 72 jimmy CST wyoming rig 72 jimmy Colorado rig 72 lifted texas 4x4 3/4 ton burb 65 fury conv. 383/auto 65 chrysler 300 "L" 413 auto

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