These will fit GM trucks from years 1981 to 1987 and Suburbans, Blazers, & Crewcabs from 81-91.
*Note these are compatible with factory air dam underneath the bumper, but may require additional trimming.
*Note that 2wd C30 trucks require modification (cutting or grinding) to front of core support frame mount and/or grinding a bevel in edge of shackle bracket.
Bolts up to stock holes in 1981-1987 4x4 GM truck frames and 1981-1991 4x4 K5 Blazer / 4x4 Suburban / 4x4 Crewcab trucks) Some earlier versions (pre-85) of these trucks require drilling of middle hole in bumper bracket
These bolt to 3 places in frame and provide a solid front tow point just underneath the stock bumper for pulling / vehicle recovery while not compromising front bumper or frame looks or integrity.
These attach with (3) 1/2" bolts on each frame rail (6 bolts to complete one truck)
- they accept a shackle / D-ring / clevis with 7/8" pin diameter.
Kit includes:
- (2) 3/4" steel laser cut brackets in black powder coat finish
- (6) Grade 8 1/2" x 2" long bolts
- (12) 1/2" washers
- (6) 1/2" nuts & lock washers (or lock nuts)
*Note that shackles are not included in our kits with the variety of options available on the market and to keep costs low.
We like the Ambull 3/4” shackle with cotter pin - available on Amazon in ~12 different color choices.
Engineering:
Laser cut from A-36 equivalent steel, with tensile failure point of 36,000 lbs / square inch or higher.
Grade 5 bolts of 5/8 diameter will fail at 30,000 lbs (in shear) or better.
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