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Anyone install a rear tow hook?

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I would like to have a way to winch the Challenger onto the trailer if it ever becomes disabled. Anyone who has tried to do this knows the problems with air dam clearance and cables/straps pushing on the air dam.

I looked into installing a front tow hook but it looks like you need to remove the front fascia to do it, something I really do not want to do.

The rear tow hook looks like a good alternative but I have not found good info on installing one. ZL1 sells one but they are so simple I think I can just make one and save $150. The big unknown is the exact location to drill the hole.

Anyone have any info?

Thanks!
 


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I have a set from TBA Machine. Installed the fronts no issue but cannot use the backs as they go in where the rear cradle bolts fit and I already have the BMR cradle lockouts so it won't work

https://tbamachine.com/product/demon-hellcat-bolt-on-tow-hook/

Can send you a couple shots if you are interested..... the fronts fit up underneath but are functional and secure despite not looking like a visible mount on some some vehicles
 


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I have ZL1s. Can do the front without removing the fascia (just the lower grill insert) if you are patient, careful, and have a very short right angle drill and bit. Some say it's easier to pop the facia off, but I decided to try it first without doing that - was successful and looks great - cannot even notice the receptacle at quick glance - only had to trim one of the small vertical slats to provide clearance for the hook.

I have the rear one too but have not installed it yet. I also bought a set for the Charger but have yet to install either one on it yet. The instructions for the rear are a little sloppy on exactly where to cut the hole in the fascia - I have two different instruction sets from ZL1 that are slightly different - that's one reason I got a little scared and put it on the backburner. I do not know if they have improved them any or not as I bought the first set for the Challenger about 6 years ago.

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