tow hook bracket Q?

ReddXJ · Apr 25, 2006

im in the process of finding a pair of brackets. has anyone used these brackets? i have found the stock ones but are a bit expensive. has anyone made their own or anyone have any for sale???

thanks in advance

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Tomk...ewItemQQcategoryZ42611QQitemZ4632746984QQrdZ1

redneckjeeper94 · Apr 25, 2006

that looks basically like stock brackets...dont see why they wouldnt work

ReddXJ · Apr 25, 2006

theres also this style

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Jeep...ewItemQQcategoryZ33653QQitemZ8058708922QQrdZ1

Menzenski · Apr 25, 2006

I have these on my XJ: http://www.4x4trailhunters.com/store/index.php?target=products&product_id=1561

ReddXJ · Apr 25, 2006

"Mambeu" what is the bracket bolted to? can you see the hooks from up front or are they hidden behind the bumper? just tryin to picture it visually.

Menzenski · Apr 25, 2006

ReddXJ said:
"Mambeu" what is the bracket bolted to? can you see the hooks from up front or are they hidden behind the bumper? just tryin to picture it visually.

You can see the hooks from the front. They look like this when mounted (click for full-size):

GSequoia · Apr 25, 2006

I personally feel that if you're going to put tow hooks one use the OEM kit or one that is similiar. I do not like the ohter hook kits that haven been posted to this thread so far, particularly the first ones - those are deadly.

This is a complete OEM tow hook kit - all these parts are crucial including the braces and angle iron bracing (those are the two parts most aftermarket kits leave out):

2000XJSPORT · Apr 26, 2006

I agree. The brackets were designed with multiple parts for a reason. It helps protect the unibody frame. I could not get my hands on a set of Mopar Brackets for my 2000 XJ so I got the Custom 4X4 kit. It is strong and made of 1/4 inch steel. They mount just like the OEM brackets do.
Alex

Eagle · Apr 26, 2006

GSequoia said:
I personally feel that if you're going to put tow hooks one use the OEM kit or one that is similiar. I do not like the ohter hook kits that haven been posted to this thread so far, particularly the first ones - those are deadly.

Agreed. Those Tomken brackets are NOTHING like the OEM brackets. I wouldn't trust them, and I recommend that you avoid them like the plague.

ChuckstrPT · Apr 26, 2006

2000XJSPORT said:
I agree. The brackets were designed with multiple parts for a reason. It helps protect the unibody frame. I could not get my hands on a set of Mopar Brackets for my 2000 XJ so I got the Custom 4X4 kit. It is strong and made of 1/4 inch steel. They mount just like the OEM brackets do.
Alex

I had a set very similar to these mounted up. Bent the brackets with one good strap tug, and bent the other with the strap on both hooks and a winch attached. It was a partial side pull, but didn't expect as much bend as I got! Their now off, and I've got an ARB with reinforced mounts....
I've no experience with factory bracketry, and agree the earlier pics don't look as good as these (that bent) or the factory set up. Yanking points should not be skimped on. Safety first....:sunshine:

JrTxJ · Apr 26, 2006

i can get a set of factory hooks for nothing, but haven't been able to find just the brackets for sale...can only find complete kits. anyone have advice or should i just spend the cash and get a whole package deal?

ReddXJ · Apr 26, 2006

thanks guys...i figured the el'cheapos would not last long...buddy and are planning on trailing soon and i need to get ready. his wrangler is setup to trail but mine is getting there slowly...thanks again

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