Tow hooks
10-10-2010, 09:17 PM
#1
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Tow hooks
For those that do a lot of track events, at what point did you install tow hooks (if at all)?
Not sure what's worse - the racer look and bruised shins, or needing a tow and not being ready as the tow driver hooks up to your wheel or suspension?
Thoughts? Any models you prefer?
Thanks for sharing.
Matt
Not sure what's worse - the racer look and bruised shins, or needing a tow and not being ready as the tow driver hooks up to your wheel or suspension?
Thoughts? Any models you prefer?
Thanks for sharing.
Matt
10-11-2010, 12:26 AM
#2
Agent Orange
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I had the OEM ones permanently on my RSA. Didn't hurt too much, only hit my leg a handful of times 
If you get the 986/996 tow hook for the front it won't protrude as much - it's about an inch smaller IIRC. You still need the 964/993 for the rear though.
You can also get the folding ones from Rennline or one of the other vendors.
If you get the 986/996 tow hook for the front it won't protrude as much - it's about an inch smaller IIRC. You still need the 964/993 for the rear though.You can also get the folding ones from Rennline or one of the other vendors.
10-11-2010, 12:25 PM
#5
Three Wheelin'
Rennline folding in front and Rennline rear. added them after seeing a car die on the track and keep everyone from racing for 30 minutes while they were trying to get the car off the track.
I don't want to be THAT guy.....
I don't want to be THAT guy.....
10-11-2010, 12:29 PM
#6
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For those that do a lot of track events, at what point did you install tow hooks (if at all)?
Not sure what's worse - the racer look and bruised shins, or needing a tow and not being ready as the tow driver hooks up to your wheel or suspension?
Thoughts? Any models you prefer?
Thanks for sharing.
Matt
Not sure what's worse - the racer look and bruised shins, or needing a tow and not being ready as the tow driver hooks up to your wheel or suspension?
Thoughts? Any models you prefer?
Thanks for sharing.
Matt
install day of event, remove after event.
i may change my mind 1st time i smash my shins.
but i'm not sure i like the look of tow hook on the street, (says the guy with the RSCS wing.................).
Craig
10-11-2010, 12:30 PM
#7
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If so, i'd like to chat.
Craig
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10-11-2010, 12:47 PM
#9
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As Bill writes...
"I have a folding one in front and the stock one mounted in back, both are permanently mounted."
I used a hole saw to drill a whole through my rear license plate, this allows the rear tow hook to always be installed, street of track. Make a cardboard template 1st...don't want to drill more than 1 hole through the license plate.
Rennline makes some incredible products. I have their folding one....purchased after I whacked my shin for about the 3rd time.
I used a hole saw to drill a whole through my rear license plate, this allows the rear tow hook to always be installed, street of track. Make a cardboard template 1st...don't want to drill more than 1 hole through the license plate.
Rennline makes some incredible products. I have their folding one....purchased after I whacked my shin for about the 3rd time.
10-11-2010, 12:54 PM
#10
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You should have a tow hook on your car even if you're a green group driver. If you get stuck in a gravel trap and need to be yanked out, having a tow hook will 1) make the tow driver's job easier, 2) prevent your car's suspension or bumper from getting damaged by from an incorrect tow point and 3) make you a bit more popular with your fellow drivers since the less time it takes to extricate your car, the more time they have to drive their sessions. Also, I guess I've been lucky, but I've never banged my leg against my protruding factory tow hooks.
10-11-2010, 01:20 PM
#11
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It's not a matter of if, its a matter of...
when. You will eventually do a shin implant on that front tow hook, and it smarts.
"Also, I guess I've been lucky, but I've never banged my leg against my protruding factory tow hooks."
I too was luck for a long time and then one day, while think about something else, wham, shin impacts tow hook. The following week, got my folding Rennline front tow hook. My shins are very pleased I made the conversion.
The Rennline products appear to be are out of a CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) CAD shop, stainless steel and ultra high quality, from my perspective.
And has been said, the tow hooks are invaluable WHEN you need them, save so much potential hassle.
"Also, I guess I've been lucky, but I've never banged my leg against my protruding factory tow hooks."
I too was luck for a long time and then one day, while think about something else, wham, shin impacts tow hook. The following week, got my folding Rennline front tow hook. My shins are very pleased I made the conversion.
The Rennline products appear to be are out of a CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) CAD shop, stainless steel and ultra high quality, from my perspective.
And has been said, the tow hooks are invaluable WHEN you need them, save so much potential hassle.
10-11-2010, 07:50 PM
#13
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Another option for folding tow hooks are the ones that Tony of TC Design makes:
http://www.tcdesignfab.com/products/towhook_set.php
Cheaper for an entire set and looks well made (like everything that comes out of Tony's shop).
http://www.tcdesignfab.com/products/towhook_set.php
Cheaper for an entire set and looks well made (like everything that comes out of Tony's shop).
10-11-2010, 08:57 PM
#14
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I had the OEM ones permanently on my RSA. Didn't hurt too much, only hit my leg a handful of times If you get the 986/996 tow hook for the front it won't protrude as much - it's about an inch smaller IIRC. You still need the 964/993 for the rear though.
You can also get the folding ones from Rennline or one of the other vendors.
If you get the 986/996 tow hook for the front it won't protrude as much - it's about an inch smaller IIRC. You still need the 964/993 for the rear though.You can also get the folding ones from Rennline or one of the other vendors.
"I have a folding one in front and the stock one mounted in back, both are permanently mounted."
I used a hole saw to drill a whole through my rear license plate, this allows the rear tow hook to always be installed, street of track. Make a cardboard template 1st...don't want to drill more than 1 hole through the license plate.
Rennline makes some incredible products. I have their folding one....purchased after I whacked my shin for about the 3rd time.
I used a hole saw to drill a whole through my rear license plate, this allows the rear tow hook to always be installed, street of track. Make a cardboard template 1st...don't want to drill more than 1 hole through the license plate.
Rennline makes some incredible products. I have their folding one....purchased after I whacked my shin for about the 3rd time.
You should have a tow hook on your car even if you're a green group driver. If you get stuck in a gravel trap and need to be yanked out, having a tow hook will 1) make the tow driver's job easier, 2) prevent your car's suspension or bumper from getting damaged by from an incorrect tow point and 3) make you a bit more popular with your fellow drivers since the less time it takes to extricate your car, the more time they have to drive their sessions. Also, I guess I've been lucky, but I've never banged my leg against my protruding factory tow hooks.
since I started DE. Not looking to make it a habit, but better to anticipate than be sorry. 
10-11-2010, 09:22 PM
#15
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when. You will eventually do a shin implant on that front tow hook, and it smarts.
"Also, I guess I've been lucky, but I've never banged my leg against my protruding factory tow hooks."
I too was luck for a long time and then one day, while think about something else, wham, shin impacts tow hook. The following week, got my folding Rennline front tow hook. My shins are very pleased I made the conversion.
"Also, I guess I've been lucky, but I've never banged my leg against my protruding factory tow hooks."
I too was luck for a long time and then one day, while think about something else, wham, shin impacts tow hook. The following week, got my folding Rennline front tow hook. My shins are very pleased I made the conversion.