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914itis
post Apr 24 2014, 06:19 PM
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where can I purchase a flat tow bracket that does not require the removal of the valance or front bumper?
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post Apr 24 2014, 07:28 PM
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QUOTE(914itis @ Apr 24 2014, 08:19 PM) *

where can I purchase a flat tow bracket that does not require the removal of the valance or front bumper?


I think these clear Rennmetal To bar Just ask, I have his tie down straps and they clear my LE valance I am currently running.
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post Apr 24 2014, 08:36 PM
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QUOTE(914itis @ Apr 24 2014, 05:19 PM) *

where can I purchase a flat tow bracket that does not require the removal of the valance or front bumper?


I don't think there is one. You have to remove the valance and A arm covers to install the Rennmetal.
I cut out the cross member on by bar and it makes mounting easier.
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post Apr 25 2014, 03:38 AM
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Renn Metal has two bracket options for the 914. Get the one that accepts the VW beetle tow bar. Zach has that one (vw tow bar) and we used that to tow my 911.
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post Apr 25 2014, 04:06 AM
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QUOTE(plas76targa @ Apr 25 2014, 02:38 AM) *

Renn Metal has two bracket options for the 914. Get the one that accepts the VW beetle tow bar. Zach has that one (vw tow bar) and we used that to tow my 911.



I don't see that they offer a vw tow bar option.

http://www.rennenmetal.com/products.asp?cat=2

They all mount to the torsion bar mounts.
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post Apr 25 2014, 06:01 AM
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QUOTE(914itis @ Apr 24 2014, 07:19 PM) *

where can I purchase a flat tow bracket that does not require the removal of the valance or front bumper?

Did you get your tow bar and brackets from Scotty? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Apr 25 2014, 06:09 AM
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QUOTE(hot_shoe914 @ Apr 25 2014, 08:01 AM) *

QUOTE(914itis @ Apr 24 2014, 07:19 PM) *

where can I purchase a flat tow bracket that does not require the removal of the valance or front bumper?

Did you get your tow bar and brackets from Scotty? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

I got them but it lokoks like I have to remove the front bumper to attach them.
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post Apr 25 2014, 07:02 AM
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QUOTE(bdstone914 @ Apr 25 2014, 02:06 AM) *

QUOTE(plas76targa @ Apr 25 2014, 02:38 AM) *

Renn Metal has two bracket options for the 914. Get the one that accepts the VW beetle tow bar. Zach has that one (vw tow bar) and we used that to tow my 911.



I don't see that they offer a vw tow bar option.

http://www.rennenmetal.com/products.asp?cat=2

They all mount to the torsion bar mounts.

I agree, Renn Metal bracket attach to the tortion bar mounts.
The "SB" reference in their website is to tow with a Super Beetle tow bar.
Further down they offer a bracket that uses the Draw tite adjustable tow bar. The super beetle tow has a curve shape to it while the draw-tight is straight. I have the drawtite and have to get the ball on the car quite low to avoid the GT valence.
IIRD you can't use the STOCK valence with the brackets.
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post Apr 25 2014, 07:37 AM
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This is all correct information. Rennenmetal's tow bar brackets work with the LE style valence which does not need to be removed before hooking it up.

Of course you need to make sure you have the right tow bar first - either the Draw-Tite, Harbor Freight, or ideally the Super Beetle Tow Bar. The SB bar I got from Paul works awesome, is light and simple.

I'd also like to say that David, who owns Rennenmetal is a pleasure to work with and makes a great product.
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post Apr 25 2014, 08:16 AM
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Paul,
The 'Draw-Tite' style requires the LE valance to be removed. You can attach it with the valance on, but won't have the clearance to get the tow bar up to the hitch, at least not with my setup.

Just get the SB (super-beetle) harness and find the corresponding tow bar at a VW place (they are under $100), then you don't have to worry about it.
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post Apr 25 2014, 08:42 AM
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here is the #1400 Super beetle in action; with LE spoiler. I use it to jack the front end all the time.


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post Apr 25 2014, 11:47 AM
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These JUST showed up last night. They aren't the 'tow bar" but the tie-downs from RennenMetal. (I forgot I bought them a few weeks ago!)

I bought these more as a precaution than a necessity. I can see being towed at some point, and having a good place to tie-down seemed like a good investment "while I'm in there."

GREAT quality. I can't wait to put them on.

Front Ties - http://www.rennenmetal.com/proddetail.asp?prod=1280

Rear Eyes - http://www.rennenmetal.com/proddetail.asp?prod=1275


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post Apr 25 2014, 04:48 PM
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posted this a LONG LONG TIME AGO -

attached pics of custom made tow brackets I got about 15 yrs ago - they work fine

- I added some extra reinforcing to prevent bending side-to-side on tight turns - (or in case you back up & jacknife) - hence the welds you see -

use a late VW Bug towbar - they are cheap and easily available - and add a reinforcing strap on it too, to make a double "yoke" per picture - same reason as above

fwiw - I use this same VW towbar for my 914, my MGB and my Manx -

I maybe have the schematics for these in my files - all you backyard engineers should be able to easily make a set

you MUST put at least one long bolt all the way thru the body to the trunk interior - on each side (I used 2 long bolts on each side)

- the threaded body inserts on both 914's and 911's are not really very strong to begin with, and years of hidden rust and PO's cross-threading 'em can make them very weak - this is a classic failure point on old 911's

(caution - a friend bolted a set like this to the front control arm points on a rusty 914 and ripped out the bolts when he hit a double-hump on the freeway - yanked the bar right off the car on one side

here is a link showing the towbar - VW TOWBAR

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post Apr 25 2014, 06:40 PM
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Here's a tow bar bracket on my 914, it was put on many years ago when it was towed from CA to MI before I purchased it. Don't know the mfg & assume it was custom fabricated. I believe a VW tow bracket will hook right up to it. I like the way it protects my front end when going over speed bumps or low driveways. Good protection & it will work.
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post Apr 27 2014, 12:34 AM
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the rennmetal one is the one that I have and I like it. I towed all the way to Reno and back. Not a problem.
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post Apr 27 2014, 07:20 AM
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Good morning Mark,

Are using your Flex dam with rubber with the rennmetal tow bracket?

David
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Using the flex dam without the rubber
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post Dec 1 2022, 06:43 PM
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So, the question is?
What it is it going to take to install a flat tow bar to number 41 for towing to Porsche events like route 66? Can a set-up be done for towing with my 2022 ridgeline. It 5000 lb towing. Question is can the FG front Valance stay on at the same time?

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post Dec 1 2022, 06:56 PM
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Bob quick answer: towing w/the Ridgeline no proplem, leaving the valance in place the answer is No.
Because the OE style of valance curves under the car & in doing so covers the front A-arm mount points.
If you are interested in retaining your valance (which I think you should it looks DAMN good!) you will have to remove & reinstall it.
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So, if you note this set up is with a stock valance in mine even thought it is FG seems to have the same shape it those areas? Custom is my middle name so mod to the faired GT style valance would not bother me. Ideas?

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