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Old Oct 10, 2019 | 03:37 PM
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Quick question.
What are these for? I punched them out of the frame. They are shot anyway.
 
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Old Oct 11, 2019 | 01:23 AM
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Interesting. And a good question.
Where exactly is that on the frame?

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Old Oct 11, 2019 | 01:54 AM
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Originally Posted by 1TonBasecamp
Interesting. And a good question.
Where exactly is that on the frame?

Paul
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Old Oct 11, 2019 | 04:24 AM
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Last 6in. Of the frame SWB. Near the bumper mounting holes and right before the rear leaf hanger bracket.
 
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In that location it was probably an aftermarket trailer hitch.
 
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On my 79 there was a metal strap that connected to the rear step bumper connected to that bolt
 
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X2 on the step bumper. Here's my '73.
 
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That's it. Thanks. I wont be needing it.
 
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