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The Mud Pit => Trading Post => Topic started by: Tsunami on April 21, 2009, 07:49:56 AM

Title: hitch hook
Post by: Tsunami 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

Title: Re: hitch hook
Post by: calvynandhobbs 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.

Title: Re: hitch hook
Post by: PaulW 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.

Title: Re: hitch hook
Post by: Seabee_BUC on April 21, 2009, 02:13:26 PM

Quote from: PaulW 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.

That's the ticket!

Tsunami- I have an extra 2" tongue with a ball on it I'll part with for whatever you can afford..

Title: Re: hitch hook
Post by: PaulW on April 21, 2009, 02:15:31 PM

Quote from: Seabee_BUC on April 21, 2009, 02:13:26 PM

Quote from: PaulW 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.

it's what i did for years

Title: Re: hitch hook
Post by: kirksjeep 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.