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Hey Guys,

Wasn't sure where to put this post, hopefully this is the correct section.

I'm getting my car ready for track, and I need to install a front tow hook to comply.

My front end is completely removed during my A/C removal, so now is the best time to put one on.

I have looked at the generic one's at various race shops, but they all look to short.

Has anyone here done this, is so what spec tow hook did you use and any pics of install?

Help much appreciated.

Cheers

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hi mate, the solid tow hooks really are not the way to go unless you have to.

we just run a piece of webbing (in my case cut from the end of a tie down strap), loop it in half, put 2 grommets in it and bolt it to where the reo mounts to the chassis. then cut a small slit in the bumper about 10x4mm and pull the loop through it. just make sure the loop goes atleast 15mm past the bar

Duncan:

I was just reading a post you did a while ago in the motorsport section which illustrated your solution (with pics)

I don't need to go a a solid tow hook, it's only what I have seen around.

So the reo bar is strong enough to withstand this load?

Husky33: Where abouts did you buy the strap? revolution race gear??

Edited by GreddyGo
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There was a guy on here a while ago selling tow straps in various colours. See if i can find the link for you.

EDIT: Yep it was BIT SUS

http://www.facebook.com/pages/BITSUS-Customs/123901314289451?sk=app_4949752878

Edited by dirty jew

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