Front recovery hooks

[73K5BlazerSS]

I typically like the look of front recovery hooks, although I can't remember seeing these on any square bodies from the past. Does anyone have these on their trucks?
I've seen pictures with squares that have aftermarket shackles which look cool as well.
I won't be needing them, just thinking the oem ones might look good. Post a pic if you have them.
Thanks

 

[tarussell]

I typically like the look of front recovery hooks, although I can't remember seeing these on any square bodies from the past. Does anyone have these on their trucks?
I've seen pictures with squares that have aftermarket shackles which look cool as well.
I won't be needing them, just thinking the oem ones might look good. Post a pic if you have them.
Thanks

They are notoriously weak and bend - not the best design…

 

[Cucv_M1008]

I like the cucv shackles.

 

[regal403]

This guy is on CK5
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1981-1987 (-'91 K5/Sub/Crew) GM truck Shackle Bracket tow hooks

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[73K5BlazerSS]

I guess that's why I've never seen them.
Those brackets from Engineered Vintage look good I wish they had them for my 73.

 

[muddybuddy]

I guess that's why I've never seen them.
Those brackets from Engineered Vintage look good I wish they had them for my 73.

1973-1980 GM truck Shackle Bracket Tow Hooks

Engineered Vintage Parts are crafted for superior strength and precision fit, ensuring your classic beauty is equipped with the best for any challenge. Shop our premium selection and elevate your truck's capability today! Enjoy Free Shipping on orders over $100. The Engineered Vintage Shackle...

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[73K5BlazerSS]

Awesome thank you !

 

[JIMDINK]

Just ordered some for my 74 Jimmy

 

[1-ton]

My 1991 V3500 Crew Cab came with factory recovery hooks. Cannot see them very well in this picture.

 

[73K5BlazerSS]

That may be why I've never noticed them. They're setback and blend in with the suspension. Awesome truck BTW!

 

[Engineered Vintage]

Just ordered some for my 74 Jimmy

Thanks for the order!

-Ben

 

[Mdjunior]

Hard to beat the 73-80 factory tow hooks

 

[Bigb55]

I have the engineered vintage shackle mounts and they are amazing!

Saving up for their Behind bumper winch mount.

 

[thatK30guy]

There's a heavy duty version of the weak 81-91 hooks out there. Some of you guys may already have them and not know it.

 

[thatK30guy]

Found a post I made on these HD hooks.....

81-91 HD front tow hooks

I remember reading about an HD version of front tow hooks for these years of frames and never could find one until yesterday. I was scouring the wrecking yard and came across an '87 (I believe) bare chassis with no body and happened to glance at the tow hooks. They didn't look normal so I got...

ck5.com

 

[skunked]

I kept the factory hooks on the 74 for the OE look.

 

[tarussell]

Cool info !

Every K-5 & K-10 that I have owned has had the front hooks as an option ( never took notice of the H.D. versions though ) but the K-20 and both K-30’s that I’ve had did not come with them… Ya would think they’d be standard equipment on any 4x4.