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Old May 17, 2020 | 01:32 PM
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Any bolt in hooks that are not real visual? I've seen some that come out of the screens but I also have a vararam. Just wanting something to possibly winch it on the trailer if need be. Dont really want to cut into bumper or anything
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You could cut a hole behind the license plate and attach a tow strap thru the hole. Just remove the plate or filler panel to get to the strap and you will never see the hole. Lots of people have done this.
I made a retractable tow hook next to the plate that I could remove and return to stock appearance with a new plate filler piece.






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You could cut a hole behind the license plate and attach a tow strap thru the hole. Just remove the plate or filler panel to get to the strap and you will never see the hole. Lots of people have done this.
I made a retractable tow hook next to the plate that I could remove and return to stock appearance with a new plate filler piece.
Nice work!
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Damn thats cool !
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I bought tow hooks at Harbor Freight. You insert them in the space you put the lifting pucks.
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That is very cool - a job well done.

you could also consider a strap that attaches to the front holes where jacking pucks go and extends out past the front of the car for a hook to attach.
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I installed the hook where my license plate was. I installed a supercharger over the winter so this worked out perfect. 2 screws pull the frame and there’s the hook!

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Originally Posted by laurent_zo6
I bought tow hooks at Harbor Freight. You insert them in the space you put the lifting pucks.
You have any pics of that?
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