Front Recovery Point
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Front Recovery Point
Hi, I have a 2005 Express 1500 AWD that I drive on the beach. It has never even come close to getting stuck with tires aired down to 20 psi but regardless I feel I should be prepared for any issues that come up. This includes having a recovery point on the front of the van which did not come stock unfortunately.
Boulder offroad vans offers a front tow hitch that they say is strong enough to be used as a recovery point but it is $450 plus shipping and requires holes drilled in the frame. I am ok with paying that much and drilling holes as long as there isn't a more simple solution available. Have anyone put a more simple front recovery point on the front of these vans?
Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Boulder offroad vans offers a front tow hitch that they say is strong enough to be used as a recovery point but it is $450 plus shipping and requires holes drilled in the frame. I am ok with paying that much and drilling holes as long as there isn't a more simple solution available. Have anyone put a more simple front recovery point on the front of these vans?
Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.
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That's a crazy price when the Curt for slightly older vans is under $200. I'm thinking of getting one and figuring out what needs to be modified to make it fit around the difference body mounts and anti-roll bar. Of note the Curt is rated for a 9000# pull.
https://www.etrailer.com/Front-Recei...RT/C31016.html
Edit: If I just wanted tow hooks and didn't mind drilling I think I'd go with these
https://www.etrailer.com/Front-Recei...RT/C31016.html
Edit: If I just wanted tow hooks and didn't mind drilling I think I'd go with these
Last edited by Triaged; March 22nd, 2023 at 10:54 AM.
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