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Old Sep 19, 2011 | 08:16 PM
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I have a pair of tow hooks that I found in my garage but I can't find anywhere to bolt them on the front of my frame. So I just bought 2 D rings that fit in the biggest hole on the front but they don't fit very snug, what set ups do y'all have and what are my options I can do?
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Old Sep 19, 2011 | 08:19 PM
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But they what? The suspense is killin me! Haha.. Umm, be careful just attaching to unibody. Consider getting some mounting plates for hooks. A little safer. Or a bumper w/ rings..
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Old Sep 19, 2011 | 08:20 PM
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This is less of chat, more of tech. Try there for more input...
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Old Sep 19, 2011 | 08:23 PM
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Originally Posted by VTJeep
But they what? The suspense is killin me! Haha.. Umm, be careful just attaching to unibody. Consider getting some mounting plates for hooks. A little safer. Or a bumper w/ rings..
Haha im using the app and my finger hit the send button.. But anyway, I was just looking at those online and that's a option. I wanna bumper but don't have the money yet and need alot more on her before I get that
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Old Sep 19, 2011 | 08:30 PM
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Ive got a set of hooks too. But no mounting. Its too bad because al the things that are tow hook brakets come with hooks.
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Old Sep 19, 2011 | 08:45 PM
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I'm assuming you missed these hookless beauties, then
http://www.quadratec.com/products/76045_802.htm
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Old Sep 19, 2011 | 09:51 PM
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Watch what u wheel whilst not having a front recovery point. And be careful attaching anything to he unibody. Xj's dont have a frame. The unibody isnt as rough and tough as a frame. I would be concerned about the recovery effectiveness of one of these if you get stuck in something serious. I've seen cases of the unibody tearing. Could become a missile if not careful.

I debated these as well, but opted to wait to get a good solid winch bumper. Check out L&L in the vendor forum here on cf. Very solid bumpers and extremely reasonable prices. Mine is a recessed winch bumper and i got it to my door for $275. It is rock solid. Worth the wait imo.
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Old Sep 19, 2011 | 10:45 PM
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Originally Posted by VTJeep
I'm assuming you missed these hookless beauties, then
http://www.quadratec.com/products/76045_802.htm
Oooh. ... I definitely like that.
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Old Sep 20, 2011 | 08:43 AM
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I got this and will be welding hooks on both sides.
http://www.autoanything.com/towing/73A5431A0A0.aspx
Plus you can add a hitch mounted winch and have numerous recovery points.
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