Reusing Cherokee Red Hooks after Base Plate Install

Ran across this and thought those of you with Jeep TrailHawks with Red Hooks May want to consider reinstalling them after base plate installation.

How to Keep Your Jeep’s Red Rescue Hooks
 
We got an extra set of tow bar brackets, had the ends cut off, then replaced the normal brackets with the red hooks by welding the hooks to the extra brackets.  This allows us to install the brackets with the hooks back onto the Jeep anytime we like. The hooks are also extremely functional because they are mounted in the tow bar brackets which are rated for high strength.  It’s definitely not something everyone will want to do. But we think it is a really cool extra step and seems to have attracted a lot of interest. So if you’re willing to buy an extra set of brackets and find a welder to do the job, it’s a great way to retain the look of your stock Jeep.

https://www.irv2.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=275327&d=1581891172

More pics here
https://www.irv2.com/forums/f85/2019-cherokee-limited-toad-441844-4.html

Ron S

Wow, Ron!  That's pretty neat!  Wouldn't have thought of that--think I'll pursue it.  Thanks for posting!

Mike

Thanks for the great idea!   We have missed those cool red hooks since the day they were removed.   

Slick and could be useful someday

Great idea!   I sold
my red hooks for $110.00 but wish I had thought of your approach!