I did pick up a hitch receiver shackle. All the straps and shackles barely fit in the floor storage of my EL. I don't think the non-EL's have the same compartment. I was disappointed because of the tight bumper clerance, I couldn't pass the 3" tow strap loop through the tow hook/eye, which means I'll always have to use a shackle and take the risk of scratching the bumper shroud.