Need tow hook with 5/8-11 UND thread ?

[Flojo]

Hi,
I recently installed the G-Model front tow hook receiver (bumper bar replacement tube) and now am facing the "problem" that the inner thread is equipped with a US 5/8-11 thread that is not common in Germany.
My bad I didn't check that before.

Did you guys come up with options on hooks/loops that have the proper thread?
My search on the web does only reveal expensive options though I guess in the US there must be some regular out there in any trunk (Ford, Chevy, etc) ?

Thanks

@Rennline: fyi btw, the riveted aluminium thread nuts are junk, the threads are badly cut and when tightening down they turn loose. I drilled them out and attached bumper with my own solution. Recommend you rather weld threads to the plate.

[NY65912]

I used this on my IROC project years ago. Painted it red, worked fine.

https://www.mcmaster.com/3014T919/

Good Luck

[stownsen914]

Aluminum rivnuts for a tow hook attachment? I agree, it's not the choice I'd make.

[Flojo]

Made something up myself of scrap I had
7 cm bolt 5/8-11
an old tow strap
some shims
and a 3/4 inch sleeve

Will do the job in case of a (hopefully) rare need

[proporsche]

nice work flojo ..i just wonder why?....I have never seen any 911 being towed by this hook., that is factory..unless you are stuck on a racetrack...;-)

Ivan

[Antonov]

2nd this, I use and eye bolt from McMaster.

Originally Posted by NY65912

I used this on my IROC project years ago. Painted it red, worked fine.

https://www.mcmaster.com/3014T919/

Good Luck

[Flojo]

Originally Posted by proporsche

nice work flojo ..i just wonder why?....I have never seen any 911 being towed by this hook., that is factory..unless you are stuck on a racetrack...;-)

Ivan

If your car is lowered and has the turbo lip it may ruin the valance when hooking up the car to the factory loops at the A-arm as the towing angle of the strap/rope is inconvenient.