C6 hook point?

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Nov 6, 2007 | 01:22 PM

adias

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C6 hook point?

Where does a flatbed operator hook the cable to pull the car in on a C6? There must be a specific "safe" point.

I'm used to cars which have openings in both bumpers for that effect, but see none on the C6.

Nov 6, 2007 | 01:45 PM

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On my Z06 we always used the lower A-arm and were careful to never jerk the car hard. It worked fine the few times my car let me stranded.

Nov 6, 2007 | 01:48 PM

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When mine was put on the truck, the guy hooked into the hockey puck lift holes on each side.

Nov 6, 2007 | 01:49 PM

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^ Good call... that works too. Did that to a buddy's car when the starter failed at a BBQ at my house.

Nov 6, 2007 | 02:18 PM

DennyBlueC6

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Ever notice on the right side of the grill, about a 4” section of grill bar is removable, snaps out. That’s some kind of tow hook access point. Never knew why that part of the grill came off, until I bought that little piece & description said something about “Tow hook access”

Nov 6, 2007 | 08:56 PM

adias

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Interesting... I noticed that and wondered what that break in the grill slat was for. Anyone else can confirm that?

Nov 6, 2007 | 10:14 PM

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yes u can tow using the supplied tool hook it up in there ..also u have one in the rear as well

Nov 7, 2007 | 01:54 AM

adias

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yes u can tow using the supplied tool hook it up in there ..also u have one in the rear as well

Is this in the Owner's Manual? I did not see it.

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Nov 7, 2007 | 07:12 AM

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For Euro spec Vettes, they remove the removable grille section on the right side of the grille to install a hook.

Nov 7, 2007 | 12:52 PM

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DennyBlueC6

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Owner’s manual says “Consult your dealer or a professional towing service” Repair manual shows how to install the tow hook onto the impact bar.

Nov 7, 2007 | 07:00 PM

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Wayne O

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They hook into the oval frame slots with a "Y" cable. Most all flatbed operators carry some lumber to help low profile cars bridge onto the flatbed.

Feb 12, 2008 | 01:27 AM

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anyone have a picture of that hole in the front bumper?

Feb 12, 2008 | 01:59 AM

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mcwire

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I was in the rollback / towing business, and, on these, more expensive type vehicles, I, always, had the customer tell me, where to hook. --

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