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Dec 20, 2003 | 04:37 PM

njxlt

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Where To Put Tow Strap

I have a 98 XLT and need to pull out some equipment. Where is the strongest spot on the Expo to put a tow strap hook? Anybody hook up a tow strap to their truck before?

Dec 20, 2003 | 04:46 PM

98EBExpo

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I just use the trailer hitch...

Dec 20, 2003 | 07:49 PM

FTE Herman

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Me too.

Dec 20, 2003 | 08:52 PM

daveplot

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I use the trailer hitch or tow hooks

Dec 20, 2003 | 09:55 PM

MisterCMK

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I would say the hitch or tow hooks as well. The tow hooks are meant for it, and the trailer hitch is meant for pulling trailers.

Dec 21, 2003 | 08:44 AM

myblkexpy

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The strongest point is definitely the hitch.

If you use the front tow hooks, make sure you pull straight on. I saw an expy with a twisted frame from pulling the front hook at an angle. Thought about tying the two frame members together to get more strength out of the front hooks. Anyone have an opinion?

Dec 21, 2003 | 10:14 AM

njxlt

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Does anyone know how much the max weight is on the front hooks? Does Ford list this anywhere?

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Dec 22, 2003 | 03:24 AM

philrush

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these guys are right. Hitch or tow hooks.

One tip..... a "******" strap is worth its weight in gold when pulling a heavy load out of a difficult spot.