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Offline Tsunami

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hitch hook
« on: April 21, 2009, 07:49:56 AM »
i have a "hidden hitch" i need a hitch mounted tow hook for it... any help as so to not buy retail would be great... :P
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Offline calvynandhobbs

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Re: hitch hook
« Reply #1 on: April 21, 2009, 01:24:39 PM »
Those are hard to find used and really aren't that expensive at Tractor Supply Co and maybe a couple hardware stores around this area. They are overpriced to buy online from 4x4 stores though. You may find a deal on ebay or you could even post a wanted ad on the Craigslist.
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Re: hitch hook
« Reply #2 on: April 21, 2009, 02:09:50 PM »
i think i paid about 20 for my last one at napa, but instead of the hook, just use the regular ball reciever with no ball on it and slip a d-ring through the hole, works even better.

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Re: hitch hook
« Reply #3 on: April 21, 2009, 02:13:26 PM »
i think i paid about 20 for my last one at napa, but instead of the hook, just use the regular ball reciever with no ball on it and slip a d-ring through the hole, works even better.

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Re: hitch hook
« Reply #4 on: April 21, 2009, 02:15:31 PM »
i think i paid about 20 for my last one at napa, but instead of the hook, just use the regular ball reciever with no ball on it and slip a d-ring through the hole, works even better.


it's what i did for years
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Re: hitch hook
« Reply #5 on: April 21, 2009, 07:40:34 PM »
The basic receiver w/ d-ring is the cheapest way.  I picked up a hook receiver from harbour freight for $15 on sale a while back.  I think it is rated for 5 ton if I remember right. 
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