06-23-2011, 12:47 PM | #1 |
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Need another tow hook
I have a bike carrier that has two lower straps. However the bumper is not sturdy enough to hook onto.
I got the bright idea of using the tow hook, but the dealer wants $50 Cdn for another one! I might have to use the two rings inside the trunk/boot, but don't like the idea of the straps coming out and around the lower edge of the trunk/boot lid. Suggestions welcome...........
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It's surprising the amount of plastic under there. Guess they don't build 'em like they used to.
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No they don't, and it's a blessing. People used to die horrendous deaths in those all-steel coffins they used to build.
Modern cars are energy-absorbers in case of an accident. Basically both ends will absorb as much energy as possible by deforming in a crash situation. Better the car than the body inside hé?
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Back to topic, I spent yesterday in the rain tramping around a wrecker's yard looking for a tool kit. What a depressing place.
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06-25-2011, 03:06 PM | #6 |
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I just thought of another option. Go to an engineering works and take your existing hook. Surely it will take all of 10min to make one.
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06-25-2011, 07:49 PM | #7 |
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Thanks, but I'm probably going to bite the bullet and just buy one. Maybe from the US.
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06-26-2011, 12:55 PM | #8 |
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If you don't get any joy let me know, I could probably post one from here as well.
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06-26-2011, 02:39 PM | #9 |
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I just sent you a PM.
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Broke down and bought one. Funny thing is that the parts guy said the 1series towing hinge (hook) is a different p/n, but the same price.
The X1 number is 72-15-7-184-971.
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