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Help identify bracket on rear bumper shock
Hi gang-
I'm trying to identify a bracket adjacent to the driver side bumper shock tube on my '78 SC. Anyone know what this was for, and can I modify it or even remove it? Looks to be factory welded in place. Thanks. 
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03-23-2011, 08:29 AM
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I ground it off my 77. I figured it was how the factory secured the body during assembly and shipping. It also looked like the prior owner had used it for a flatbed tie down, and it wrinkled up pretty good.
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03-23-2011, 10:13 AM
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The tow hook eye slides into that piece. I think there should be a round black cover on the bumper to remove first.
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03-23-2011, 05:52 PM
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yes, you are right! it is for the tow hook. i was under there last night and now it all makes sense. thanks for the help.
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03-25-2011, 01:42 PM
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Follow up question on this: Is this designed for the 'extended tow hook' as opposed to the threaded tow hook?
My tool kit does not have a tow hook so trying to figure out the most appropriate one. Thanks jb
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05-07-2011, 09:16 AM
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I was about to tell you to remove the "ne" at the end of "Je suis une Canadienne" but realized that you are refering to your car  .So is Das Babe, 3rd Cab in Canada
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05-07-2011, 01:53 PM
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Das Babe
Das Babe Metalberiech
