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Old 09-12-2008, 11:40 AM
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How do Install factory tow hooks.
Have 2008 ram 1500 4x4.
Instructions says to take front bumper off, will or could this set off the air bags?
Wanted to know if the is any hidden curves, before I start,

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Going to move this to the 3rd gen section for you...
 
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Taking the bumper should not set off the air bags. If you want to make sure, just unhook the battery. It is easier than it looks to install the hooks....
 
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where did you get the tow hooks from and how much $$
 
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Got mine on Ebay from pennypartswizard for $90 with free shipping.
Yes the bumper has to come off but that is easy. Just unplug fog lights before you start.
Just 4 bolts per side and drop it on a blanket or something and follow the directions to install. Easy as it gets on mods. Took me less than a hour to do. Will post a picture tomorrow if I think about it.
 
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A picture of the tow hooks and how to install would be cool. I'm kinda disappointed that the Dodges don't have them, at least mine doesn't. And, I'm new to Dodge, so I don't know where you would place them at. I'm sure after buying them I could figure it out.
 
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This is them installed. Sorry didn't get pictures of install but it mounts between frame and bumper mount.

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Hmmm... that looks cool. Does it come with that piece between the metal bumper and plastic piece? Or did you have to cut the holes in it yourself?
 
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Just cut my old one. Wish I had done it a little different on the cut but it was easy with a razor knife.
 
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This is them installed. Sorry didn't get pictures of install but it mounts between frame and bumper mount.



Nice...I wonder if aftermarket closed-loop ones like ford uses will fit too?
 



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