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> Tow hook source?, Race car "O" style
campbellcj
post Dec 30 2003, 01:25 AM
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Anybody happen to know of an inexpensive source for this type of race car tow hook? The specific application is probably front+rear of a 914 track car that already has fiberglass bumpers which could be slotted if required. The one in the pic is $30/ea plus shipping and fab work so I was wondering if there are other options. I don't really have the tools to fab them from scratch.

(IMG:http://www.speedwaremotorsports.com/images/stainless/towHook_big.jpg)

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post Dec 30 2003, 05:12 AM
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That is actually pretty cheap. I cant think of anyone else that would have them cheaper. Let us know if you find them cheaper.


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post Dec 30 2003, 06:09 AM
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What is wrong with the stock tow eyes?
I drilled a hole in the back FG bumper to match the stock location.
Welded a mount on the front - another hole in the FG -Voila.

I got the stock tow eyes from AA for $15 each a few years ago.
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post Dec 30 2003, 10:01 AM
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Chris; I've seen guys bolt a cloth type handle in the trunk and just let it dangle outside when they close the trunk. I was thinking of trying that, my front dam is pretty far from the chassis so I would have to do a beefie metal one which I'm trying to avoid.
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post Dec 30 2003, 10:11 AM
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$30 seems cheap to me... I need a pair. What's the source?

Thanks!
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post Dec 30 2003, 10:15 AM
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What's the dimensions for the one shown? Does it have a flat end (just a flat bar) or a T style for bolting to the body?
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post Dec 30 2003, 11:23 AM
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You oughta be able to find a fab shop in Ca.that has a laser to pop them out.
Part'll take maybe 15 min's max to program,and 20-30sec's max to burn out.10 cents worth of material(1/8"steel)
Most shops here charge 125-150.00 per hour for laser time.
Do the math.
If they charge you 1/2hour minimum,you could end up w/50-75 pcs.
Part's only worth about 2-3 bucks in any quantity.
30bucks is to high for that part unless someones hand making it and your being held to some kinda minimum.
laser is the best way to go.
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post Dec 30 2003, 11:45 AM
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Make some up Ron. Chris and I will be your first customers... I'll even pay you a premium of $5.00 (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Dec 30 2003, 11:55 AM
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Gimme a length,width,hole size, and thickness,and I'll play w/it.
I love havin a job that lets you do home projects at work.
How else would I have gotten my teener this far.
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post Dec 30 2003, 12:19 PM
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Gimme a length,width,hole size, and thickness,and I'll play w/it.


Chris... this is where you come in. Maybe Brad may know...

I think the center hole is around 2" or 2 1/2" I have fiberglass GT bumpers that would be slotted just like Chris'. A quick measurement of those says 4 1/2" to 5" from the body where it would be welded to the face of the bumper. The hole should begin 1" to 2" past that. Anyone care to get more precise? Anyone have some of these we can take some measurements off?
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Program done,
If this pdf file loads,is this it.
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Attached File  Towhook.pdf ( 15.7k ) Number of downloads: 83
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Didn't work.
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I haven't figured out the best dimensions or location for the 914. The one in the pic above is a "generic" part on a site I found in Google. http://www.speedwaremotorsports.com

I usually don't cheap out on parts, but I am broke right now, and $60 for two pieces of steel seemed a bit steep.

Vegas -- well, my front factory tow eye is worthless cuz the trunk floor area is weakened by the oil cooler air outlet, plus my spoiler is pretty deep and the whole front end of the car would prolly get ripped off if it was towed from down that close to the ground.

The factory rear hook....well, let's just say I learned from personal experience that those forged eye-bolts are brittle and can snap off leaving the threaded shank in the body. No I wasn't towing using that -- it was a little "mishap" while unloading the trailer in the driveway at night after a day at the track (IMG:style_emoticons/default/clap56.gif)
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The factory rear hook....well, let's just say I learned from personal experience that those forged eye-bolts are brittle and can snap off leaving the threaded shank in the body


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post Dec 30 2003, 04:33 PM
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Ron,

E-Mail me the pdf. ericscottshea@cs.com

It should be made long so the locations could be variable. Users could cut them to fit.
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post Dec 30 2003, 04:43 PM
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What i've used in the past is a "U" bend found in most auto parts stores.
the application is for attaching leaf springs to the rear axle banjo on solid rear axle cars. Some of the small import trucks are small radius and wire size but plenty healthy enough for towing out of gravel traps.
One other added benifit is that they are threaded on the end . Makes them easy to adust in and out , plus you can back them up with steel plates so they won't pull through the sheet metal.
I dont have any pictures , but I can take One of the 911 tow hook if you need to see what I'm talking about . Cheap Too, about $10-15.00a set (two).

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post Dec 30 2003, 05:24 PM
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What i've used in the past is a "U" bend..................... for attaching leaf springs to the rear axle banjo on solid rear axle cars.


If you want a more robust u-bolt go to a spring shop that does work on trucks. I got some that were 1/2 dia, about 12 in ling with a 4 in radius.

And like Dave said nicely adjustable.
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post Dec 30 2003, 05:35 PM
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I would like something like this made:

The "loop" is bolted to a piece that welds to the tub and it swings out. We normally put a yellow piece of tape around it so it is easy to pull. I'm trying to locate a pic of it with the bumper off the car.


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post Dec 30 2003, 05:38 PM
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Dave B. at TRE sells those. I've seen it on a 944 and my buddy put it on his 911, but I didnt see it on that.
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post Dec 30 2003, 08:24 PM
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The .pdf file that Ron posted above works just fine...
Right click and "save as" will do it

cheers,

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