| Scion XB toad setup [message #293133] |
Wed, 30 December 2015 08:19  |
Tilerpep
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Registered: June 2013
Location: Raleigh, NC
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I just got a 5 speed 2004 Scion XB that should work well for a toad at 2400 pounds.
There are certainly benefits to $400 baseplate, $500 tow bars, install of a through the bumper receiver hitch, permanent brakes and lights, etc. My guess is a beautiful setup for $1200- $2000.
My goal is safe and cheap. Might use it twice a year. I already have an under bumper flat welded plate on back of GMC with a ball for a hitch.
So, there is a screw in tow hook for the XB on the driver's side that is mounted to the frame behind the bumper, pretty much the same way the baseplates mount (I have been reading the install manuals on the $400 baseplates). It seems like I could modify a tow hook bracket and install it as a second one on the passenger side frame. Then adapt oem screw in hooks to connect to this tow bar
http://www.harborfreight.com/5000-lb-capacity-adjustable-tow-bar-61625.html
$100 and some fabrication, find a used Brake Buddy (anyone sitting on one they want to sell?) and temporary towing lights...seems like I could be all in for a few hundred bucks.
Does this sound feasible? Thoughts on tow hook strength and potential up/downsides to this strategy?
Here is the Blueox baseplate install for some diagrams
http://blueox.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/BX3753.pdf
The Blueox baseplate mounts (has to be drilled and an access hole cut into frame member) inside the frame, both sides.
The oem tow hook assembly mounts on the outside of the frame, and already has an easy exit from the bumper. The passenger side has oem holes in the frame that match, just no tow hook assembly. I frequent my local pick and pull and could retrieve some tow hook mounts and hooks for a few bucks.
1975 Glenbrook, 1978 Royale rear bath
Raleigh, NC
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