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Shackle for front tow hook

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Howlinmadman, Oct 28, 2018.

  1. Oct 28, 2018 at 8:40 AM
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    Howlinmadman

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    I’d like to get a red shackle for my front tow hook. Where are you guys getting yours?
     
  2. Oct 28, 2018 at 9:03 AM
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    3/4" pin, as referenced above.

    Or better yet, the BPfab setup also referenced above that incorporates the third bolt and larger shackle.
     
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    Your factory hook is adequate to pull a free truck from, but as soon as you get resistance (stuck in mud)... don't use it! Its attached to your radiator support (I think). You don't want to tweak that structure.

    I'd recommend the ARB recovery point, or a steel bumper that connects to the frame.

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  9. Oct 28, 2018 at 11:11 AM
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    Yea, I've been under there and had a look at the situation. Factory hook attaches to what I'd call subframe. It's a lot more than a radiator support, and a lot less than anything I'd want to yank on. Manual says it can be used to tow over "short distances on level ground", and I'd tend to agree.

    Steel bumpers are not in my future, but the I've had my eye on the ARB recovery point since jumpstreet.
    1st excuse...
     
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  10. Oct 28, 2018 at 11:53 AM
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    Looks nice. What bumper is that?
     
  11. Oct 28, 2018 at 11:54 AM
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  12. Oct 28, 2018 at 3:26 PM
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    Get a steel front bumper, it’s trending

    #steelbumpersmatterevenslimones

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