Could Base Plate Kit be Used as a Recovery Point If They Replaced Tow Hooks

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Since these take the place of the factory recovery hooks, can they be used as recovery points if the vehicle becomes stuck?

asked by: Cjr4497

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Yes if you were ever stuck you could use the base plate kit like part # DM9517335 as a recovery point.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 12

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