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Feb 15, 2006

ericg

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From: grand rapids, michigan

Rear tow hook

Well, this is the latest thing that I've fabricated. Got the idea from another thread on here and it sounded good. Doesn't look all that great, but the welds are strong and as long as it's functional I don't care.
http://i36.photobucket.com/albums/e36/egifford/hook.jpg

Feb 15, 2006

SilverBulletXLT

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hey it works! they sell a receiver hook at 4wp for $10 if ya decide it's tacky. ever since I got one, nobody tailgates me anymore!

Feb 15, 2006

black-n-blue

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looks like it would work good, now just smooth it up and paint it black or something and you would be good to go.

Feb 15, 2006

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its a very good first attempt. just build off your first idea. make another and try so it leaves the hook able to move it will put less stress on it. here is the two i have
https://www.ranger-forums.com/forum2...ad.php?t=16771

Feb 15, 2006

a311fanam

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why does it stick out so much?

Feb 15, 2006

Redneckstone

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why does it stick out so much?

cuase the reciever pipe is to long..

Feb 15, 2006

rangererv

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its a good start, i like zach's better tho

Feb 15, 2006

telemaster1952

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why not just put one on the frame and leave the hitch free
thats what i did

plus you can put on a hitch cover that says something like.....

...remove to tow dodge.......or........for if you're f.o.r.d