No rescue Points :(

Cpike · **Posted:** Fri Sep 04, 2009 5:41 pm

Hey Guys,

My Libbys still stock. And when I bought it, it didn't come with any rescue points. I'm looking for a cheap solution, and I noticed ebay has some Tow hooks for sale, rear's ( http://tiny.cc/zdDiD ) and front ( http://tiny.cc/1zgLy ) .

My questions are:

1. Will a 2002 tow hook fit on a 2007 liberty limited?
2. Realistically will they work? If I get stuck and someone hooks a chain\winch onto my jeep via the hooks, Will they hold up?

I'm a college student working full time to make ends meet, so I'm looking for a cheaper solution so I can feel a little safer while exploring the trails.

Thanks for any help

-Chris

Khaki-KJ · **Posted:** Fri Sep 04, 2009 7:07 pm

Two threads that may help;

Front tow points that are stronger than the Libby!
http://www.lostjeeps.com/forum/phpBB3/vie ... php?t=9316

farm shackle as '06 front recovery point
http://www.lostjeeps.com/forum/phpBB3/vie ... highlight=

Fouros · **Posted:** Fri Sep 04, 2009 9:04 pm

and NEVER use a chain for recovering a stuck vehicle,

rated shackles and a snatch strap

Cpike · **Posted:** Fri Sep 04, 2009 9:07 pm

I like the idea of the farm equipment one, Wonder if the same thing could be duplicated for the back?

Also the pics arn't loading on the 2nd one for the farm shackle on the 06.

Cpike · **Posted:** Fri Sep 04, 2009 9:12 pm

Fouros wrote:

and NEVER use a chain for recovering a stuck vehicle,

rated shackles and a snatch strap

I've been pulled out twice so far out when I used to drive my old cherokee by chains.

I've never used straps. Well I don't plan on needing any of it anyways, But id rather have it and not need it then the reverse.

riptricket · **Posted:** Sat Sep 05, 2009 12:24 am

i have used chains... never had a problem they are just heavier!

STINGN · **Posted:** Sat Sep 05, 2009 9:24 am

i use chains when i pull out tree stumps and just use the canvas rope to attach to the chain

daspes · **Posted:** Sat Sep 05, 2009 12:12 pm

The Factory Hooks are strong enough for almost any recovery. Yes, shackle mod is stronger, but IMO it's overkill and the OEM hooks are a lot easier on the install. For the rear I'd recommend a hitch over a hook.

Mudder · **Posted:** Sat Sep 05, 2009 3:38 pm

I installed the OEM hooks. Pain to install with bumper in place but do'able. I have the hitch "D" ring in the back. I think I got it from Rusty's?

louder2kj · **Posted:** Sat Sep 05, 2009 6:22 pm

In my opinion getting a hitch and d-ring for the rear is the best value. Unless your going to upgrade your rear bumper then the rear tow hook would be easier to sell later on.

jhblackwell · **Posted:** Sat Sep 05, 2009 9:36 pm

Cpike wrote:

Also the pics arn't loading on the 2nd one for the farm shackle on the 06.

The link provided doesn't work for me either. Go to the KJ page and scroll down to the original thread, if still interested.

Cpike · **Posted:** Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:33 am

So this might be a stupid question, The other day I was rotating my tires and looked under the tail of my jeep for where a hitch might mount. I didn't see anyspot that wouldn't require my bumper to be cut. Am i wrong in thinking that? or Is there something I'm missing?

Thanks.

tommudd · **Posted:** Mon Sep 07, 2009 10:42 am

hitch would be below the bumper

Cpike · **Posted:** Mon Sep 07, 2009 3:53 pm

Thanks for answering my questions, Right now i'm looking at a class 3 uhaul hitch. Is my money better spent elsewhere or is uhaul good?

kskj · **Posted:** Mon Sep 07, 2009 6:30 pm

I have a class 3 UHAUL hitch and it works fine for me.
Works good as a rear skid too.

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