HMMWV Front Shackle mount/Tow Point dimensions

[sigo]

Does anyone have the dimensions of a HMMWV front tow point/shackle mount? Specifically I need the overall length and bolt spread. I am thinking of mounting a set to the front of a Jeep.

 

[90Jimmy]

I just tool a set off, can measure them this evening. If you need a couple they are yours, pay shipping

 

[juanprado]

Actually just recently saw a jeep that did that. Caught my eye as they painted the shackle red. That shackle looks familiar......right down to the bolt and nut to hold it on.

 

[90Jimmy]

 

[springer1981]

Or are you talking about this shackle?

 

[90Jimmy]

Oh....I thought he was talking about what that shackle mounts to...

 

[sigo]

90Jimmy, thanks for the work on that. I didn't even consider those.

Springer, those are exactly what I was referring to. I'm looking to put a set on the front of my J53 to primarily add a connection point for a medium towbar. Problem is I'm not sure if they are too long to fit on the bumper.

 

[90Jimmy]

 

[sigo]

Looks like about 4.5"-5". Shoot, just a hair too long. I've got about 4.125" to work with. I think an overhanging mount would get the job done, but would look terrible. Thanks for the help 90Jimmy!

 

[90Jimmy]

What about the loop shackle? Takes up less space...just a thought.

 

[sigo]

I want something surface mount, and I need to attach a medium tow bar as well as recovery points. I considered M151 shackle mounts, but they are top mount and I don't want to grind off the large rivets that attach my bumper to the frame. I also considered M35 shackle mounts, but the large size doesn't look right on a smaller Jeep. I thought the HMMWV mounts would work out well. Any other thoughts on tow bar connection points?

I could just buy a Walmart or HorribleFreight tow bar, but I already have a medium so I'd like to use it rather than buying a cheap sketchy tow bar made of the finest Chinesium.