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Tow Bar Mounting

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by Jonbbrew, Jul 17, 2020.

  1. Jul 17, 2020
    Jonbbrew

    Jonbbrew Member

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    Hello all,

    For those of you, or at least knowledge of, that have tow bars on their rigs at all times how do you keep them up and ensure they don’t fall down during driving?

    I’m getting ready to fabricate mine on and wasn’t sure about that part.
    Thanks.
     
    Jonbbrew, Jul 17, 2020
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  2. Jul 17, 2020
    jpflat2a

    jpflat2a what's that noise?

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    Only put mine on when towing, although the mounts are always on the front bumper.
    Generally not a good idea to leave it on while driving.
    Some local and state laws won't allow stickup above the hood.
    That's just my opinion and observations.
     
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  3. Jul 17, 2020
    iharding

    iharding Quitter

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    Mine has a hole drilled in the bracket in which I put a pin that keeps it from falling.
     
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  4. Jul 17, 2020
    colojeepguy

    colojeepguy Colorado Springs

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    I have that, plus my safety chain for towing hooked to the winch mount.
     
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  5. Jul 17, 2020
    Focker

    Focker That's a terrible idea...What time? Staff Member

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    There are a few ideas here...

    stupid question on tow bars.

    Mine has a tab that lines up with the bar. I use a modified hitch lock that I cut and welded to fit snug.

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    Focker, Jul 17, 2020
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  6. Jul 17, 2020
    FinoCJ

    FinoCJ 1970 CJ5 Staff Member

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    I am another one that just removes the tow bar from the brackets that are 'permanently' bolted to the front bumper. Its two small 'hitch' pins that slide right out - takes all of 30 sec.
     
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  7. Jul 18, 2020
    scott milliner

    scott milliner Master Fabricator

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    My tow bar is "V shaped". It won't stand up vertical.
     
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