Tow hooks - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Chen · 11-08-2012, 04:02 AM

So I ordered a pair of tow hooks today, and I was looking at DIY guides. Simple enough, But my question is... What stops somebody from just stealing the tow hook? They sell for 100+. Or am I missing something.

86_ZN6 · 11-08-2012, 04:20 AM

thats why tow hooks are not for the streets. they can easily be stolen

Chen · 11-08-2012, 04:50 AM

this is unfortunate.

86_ZN6 · 11-08-2012, 05:00 AM

so you just spent 100 just for cosmetic upgrade? and not really use it on a track??

Chen · 11-08-2012, 05:04 AM

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Originally Posted by 86_ZN6

so you just spent 100 just for cosmetic upgrade? and not really use it on a track??

I plan on tracking it after tire/coil upgrades.

86_ZN6 · 11-08-2012, 05:10 AM

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Originally Posted by Chen

I plan on tracking it after tire/coil upgrades.

how bout tracking your car first running stock?

you need to learn how the car behaves before going further with major mods

StuAU · 11-08-2012, 05:16 AM

I keep them on when off the track, I have had cars hit while parked on the side of the road way too often.

Although the hook does not stop it, it makes me feel better when I know it's punched through the idiots bar who hasn't left me a note.

Chen · 11-08-2012, 05:22 AM

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Originally Posted by 86_ZN6

how bout tracking your car first running stock?

you need to learn how the car behaves before going further with major mods

I agree with you. I do a little bit of tracking, learning the ropes day by day. The coils are just what I have planned in the future. But going back to the original post. I just dont want to take the hooks out after I install them.

86_ZN6 · 11-08-2012, 05:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Chen

But going back to the original post. I just dont want to take the hooks out after I install them.

i dont know how to fully secure it but it can and will be stolen especially if it's branded.

Chen · 11-08-2012, 05:30 AM

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Originally Posted by 86_ZN6

i dont know how to fully secure it but it can and will be stolen especially if it's branded.

Sounds like im going to have to make a habit of removing it after track days.

NYNOMAD · 11-08-2012, 11:41 AM

red locktight?

Chen · 11-08-2012, 01:43 PM

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Originally Posted by NYNOMAD

red locktight?

Im sorry, what?

NYNOMAD · 11-08-2012, 03:29 PM

red Locktight - see link below. Doubt it's really the answer. Needs heat to remove - be carefull with it!

http://www.loctiteproducts.com/p/10/...er-Red-271.htm

Hanakuso · 11-08-2012, 03:31 PM

Just take them off when you're not at the track or on the side of the road in a ditch.

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StuAU Member Join Date: Oct 2012 Drives: 86 GTS Location: Sydney, Australia Posts: 32 Thanks: 2 Thanked 7 Times in 5 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	I keep them on when off the track, I have had cars hit while parked on the side of the road way too often. Although the hook does not stop it, it makes me feel better when I know it's punched through the idiots bar who hasn't left me a note.

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NYNOMAD Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Drives: BRZ WRB LTD MAN Location: NY Posts: 108 Thanks: 4 Thanked 25 Times in 22 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	red Locktight - see link below. Doubt it's really the answer. Needs heat to remove - be carefull with it! http://www.loctiteproducts.com/p/10/...er-Red-271.htm

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