I'm having touble getting the rear tow hook on

scoobysnax · **Posted:** Sat Nov 10, 2007 7:09 pm

I’m having a hell of a time getting the Mopar rear tow hook on. I got mine used from RAYMAN975 and it came with 4 screws and 1 clip. I can only find spots for 3 screws. Is the other one an extra?

The clip and screw (located on the side) went on fine but the other two located directly on the frame rails I have only been able to get on half way. Is there a trick that I don’t know about? Do I just need more force and time?

I have the side one (the one using the clip) locked down but the other ones are only ½ on but are not budging at all. I have to take a 30 miles round trip tonight so hopefully everything will stay together.

corwyyn · **Posted:** Sat Nov 10, 2007 7:58 pm

The installation instructions for the rear tow hook only show three bolts, so the one is probably a spare. IIRC the frame holes have a tendency to rust, so you'll probably need to use some penetrating oil and take it slow putting them in. If you don't have a gas tank skid you should be OK leaving like it is for a short trip tonight - it might rattle a bit but if you've had to use some force to get the bolts in that far they should hold.

RAYMAN975 · **Posted:** Sat Nov 10, 2007 11:49 pm

all 4 are used. thats what came off when i removed the tow hook to put on the rear hitch. try cleanng out the holes with a wirebrush or a tap if you have it, tap is highly recomended if you have one that size. theres probably rust in the holes if nothing has ever been in those holes

myjeepwalks · **Posted:** Sat Nov 10, 2007 11:56 pm

yes definately tap the holes!! I tried to air gun them in there and broke one off, still need to drill out the broken one.

Maximum Carnage · **Posted:** Mon Nov 12, 2007 10:19 am

Oooohhh yes, I would for sure tap that hole

RAYMAN975 · **Posted:** Mon Nov 12, 2007 3:25 pm

hahahaha nice nice

I'm having touble getting the rear tow hook on

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