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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 01:23 AM
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Can someone post options for front and rear tow point options with stock bumpers? I would like to add some d rings for using with a tow strap but not sure on options or if this is the right way to do it.
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 01:52 AM
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Most jeeps come with factory tow points, however I have seen some jk's without them, in the front they would be two solid steel tabs that stick straight up out of the bumper in front of each frame rail, in the rear there would be a hook either to the left side of the bumper or in the center, or if u have a hitch you can simply by a tow hook to slip in it.

I have all my factory tow hooks if you are interested, the rear is a center tow hook and simply bolts on, also have tow hitch if you'd rather have that, the fronts bolt on also but requires the bumper to be removed and reinstalled



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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 05:51 AM
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Originally Posted by jeep3920
Most jeeps come with factory tow points, however I have seen some jk's without them, in the front they would be two solid steel tabs that stick straight up out of the bumper in front of each frame rail, in the rear there would be a hook either to the left side of the bumper or in the center, or if u have a hitch you can simply by a tow hook to slip in it.

I have all my factory tow hooks if you are interested, the rear is a center tow hook and simply bolts on, also have tow hitch if you'd rather have that, the fronts bolt on also but requires the bumper to be removed and reinstalled
I've got the stock points, but was looking for something aftermarket.. was curious what others were able to do with stock bumpers.
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 06:47 AM
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Originally Posted by rdubb1031

I've got the stock points, but was looking for something aftermarket.. was curious what others were able to do with stock bumpers.
The factory tow points are more than sufficient in strength for tow points. If you want the look of d-rings then you will need aftermarket bumper. I personally have never seen a shackle attached to a stock bumper.
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Old Apr 11, 2012 | 06:57 AM
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i have seen drings in to flavors

One is with the mounting plate bolted in the same points as the stock hooks and then passing tru' a bad looking hole in the plastic bumper.

The second is using the stock stubby bumper write up (removing the plastic cover) and bolting/welding the mount.
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