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Old 09-16-2019, 08:02 PM
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1971 BB coupe.. bolted on frame in front sway bar area. thanks

Old 09-16-2019, 08:04 PM
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I believe that is used for a Tow Bar attachment.

Some tow bars would attach to the bumper. No can do on a C3.
Some tow bars would attach to the front frame. No can do.

I bet that hangs way too low for your liking or speedbumps.

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Their removal is on my to do list
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Looks like you may not have to remove the sway bar. Maybe just a few bolts and it will slide down, with any luck.
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OOOO, there is one on each side...that seems redundant. Anything like them on the rear?
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OOOO, there is one on each side...that seems redundant. Anything like them on the rear?
Actually there are. Was a TSB issued and a recall to add them on later models.

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Old 09-18-2019, 08:34 AM
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Originally Posted by stingr69
...Was a TSB issued and a recall to add them on later models...
The OP's towing set up is aftermarket.
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Originally Posted by pltmgr
Their removal is on my to do list
There is a cool factor to it
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x2....now go over the bottom of the car and see what FLAT TOWING DID TO IT!

driveline, rear diff fluid, u-joints. etc.

Actually seeing this (I've seen it before) makes me a little queasy in the stomach....
miles on odometer DO NOT really reflect reality.

I've seen where they pull the driveshaft and then tow it across country...over hill and dale....never knowing if the rear end is overheating, leaking etc.

Best of luck an sleuthing.

Unkahal

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