Can Factory Tow Hooks Be Re-Installed on Jeep Trailhawk When base Plates Are Installed

Updated 02/23/2016 | Published 02/22/2016

Question:

Question 1 is there a way to reattach the nice looking original red hooks to the plates when jeep is not towed? Question 2 as i already have the Blu-Ox tow kit for my other jeep, wiill the blue-ox male between plates and bar fit your plates?

asked by: Andre B

Helpful Expert Reply:

To answer your first question, the tow hooks are removed when installing base plates and cannot be re-installed because the mounting holes for the tow hooks are used for the base plates. You could remove the base plates and then re-install the tow hooks but that would certainly be a hassle. And, red Loctite is used on the bolts so removing them would be very difficult.

Your second question depends on the tow bar you have for your Jeep. There are several different tow bars and base plates out there so I would need to first know the year of your Jeep and then the model Blue Ox tow bar you have, and whether you plan on using Blue Ox or Roadmaster base plates.

If you want to let me know your vehicle year and the model tow bar you have I can make some recommendations that will work for you.

If your Cherokee Trailhawk has 4 wheel drive or the Active Drive II system, to maintain the vehicle's stable steering while being flat towed you will want to install the Mopar accessory kit 68321424AB, available from your Jeep dealer. This kit will prevent the Cherokee's steering from shaking while being flat towed.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L