TRX rear tow hooks?

[Kdixer]

Has anyone researched adding the TRX rear tow hooks to a rebel?

I have looked online for part numbers with no success.

 

[silverWS6]

There's a thread about this somewhere with pictures. I think on the TRX subforum.

The Rebels dont have the mounting points for the rear tow hooks.

 

[Shifts And Grins Fab]

I was asked about this recently. It won't be until around June but I did look at this and there are places to secure brackets for hooks.

 

[SD Rebel]

No, they will not directly mount unless you fab it to fit, it's a completely different hitch system. They would look nice though, I understand wanting them for that.

However, if you just need a recovery point, I recommend instead you get a shackle hitch receiver, they are $30 bucks or so and can be removed when not needed. Probably stronger as well.

 

[Shifts And Grins Fab]

No, they will not directly mount unless you fab it to fit, it's a completely different hitch system. They would look nice though, I understand wanting them for that.

However, if you just need a recovery point, I recommend instead you get a shackle hitch receiver, they are $30 bucks or so and can be removed when not needed. Probably stronger as well.

Fabrication is what I do. Sorry I wasnt very clear. Sometime around June I am hoping to be able to devote the time to fabricate brackets to attach the hooks. They will be solid recovery points.

 

[SD Rebel]

Fabrication is what I do. Sorry I wasnt very clear. Sometime around June I am hoping to be able to devote the time to fabricate brackets to attach the hooks. They will be solid recovery points.

That's awesome! So a bracket system that you can design and fabricate for sale? I'm sure there would be a lot of takers for that.

 

[Shifts And Grins Fab]

That's awesome! So a bracket system that you can design and fabricate for sale? I'm sure there would be a lot of takers for that.

That is correct. It would bolt up to the factoey receiver hitch points.

 

[SD Rebel]

That is correct. It would bolt up to the factoey receiver hitch points.

Let's us know when it becomes available, I'm definitely in on that!

 

[Nukegm426]

So why not switch to the whole hitch setup with the hooks?

 

[Night Rebel]

They would look good on a rebel

 

[SD Rebel]

So why not switch to the whole hitch setup with the hooks?

I think someone mentioned that part of the frame is different, the TRX doesn't actually have exactly a 1500 frame, it's more of a hybrid with some heavy duty sections. That it's probably easier to get the hooks to fit our hitches than to get a TRX hitch to fit our frames, but honestly who knows at this point.

 

[Nukegm426]

That would be odd... just the sheer manufacturing cost to make a separate frame for what is essentially an options package is crazy. But who knows maybe your right.

 

[SD Rebel]

That would be odd... just the sheer manufacturing cost to make a separate frame for what is essentially an options package is crazy. But who knows maybe your right.

Yeah, they really wanted to make sure the TRX could jump and survive it. It's pretty beyond an options package, with a complete hybrid chassis, all new front & rear suspension, etc.

Here is a good break-down of it: https://moparinsiders.com/a-deeper-look-at-the-2021-ram-1500-trx-suspension/

 

[Nukegm426]

Alrighty then... interesting

 

[SD Rebel]

Alrighty then... interesting

I would like that truck, but minus that crazy engine. It's cool and all, but I would be happy with the suspension, looks and maybe a 6.4L with 500hp or so, lol.

 

[Shifts And Grins Fab]

So why not switch to the whole hitch setup with the hooks?

Bolt patterns and mounting are likely different. If my design works it will also be a lot less expensive to buy the brackets.

 

[RebelWraith]

Bolt patterns and mounting are likely different. If my design works it will also be a lot less expensive to buy the brackets.

Would your kit be brackets to mount the factory TRX tow hooks to standard RAM tow hitches? If yes, take my money. I've got the hooks, but the hitch isn't available yet.

I've seen the TRX hitch up close and compared to my Rebel. Even the online diagrams shown them to be almost identical. The major difference is where the mounting tabs are welded in for the hooks.

 

[Shifts And Grins Fab]

Would your kit be brackets to mount the factory TRX tow hooks to standard RAM tow hitches? If yes, take my money. I've got the hooks, but the hitch isn't available yet.

I've seen the TRX hitch up close and compared to my Rebel. Even the online diagrams shown them to be almost identical. The major difference is where the mounting tabs are welded in for the hooks.

Yes, my idea would be a bracket kit and the factory TRX hooks would mount to the brackets. I'd be very interested to see if the receivers for the two trucks are interchangable. I'd be surprised if they are but hey they've surprised me before. Either way, the brackets I plan on making will save people time and money of having to replace a receiver hitch they already have.

 

[RebelWraith]

Yes, my idea would be a bracket kit and the factory TRX hooks would mount to the brackets. I'd be very interested to see if the receivers for the two trucks are interchangable. I'd be surprised if they are but hey they've surprised me before. Either way, the brackets I plan on making will save people time and money of having to replace a receiver hitch they already have.

Would much rather purchase the brackets from you and help you with your business. I'll buy a set as soon as you make them.

 

[Shifts And Grins Fab]

Would much rather purchase the brackets from you and help you with your business. I'll buy a set as soon as you make them.

I appreciate it!! I was going to make them when I was done with my other prototypes but I think I may bump them up on the list before I pull my factory bumper off. I have a good friend with a 2021 Rebel but it's much easier to use my truck as opposed to borrowing his for a day.