Hitch for '89 YJ
07-26-2006, 06:48 PM
#21
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Re: Hitch for '89 YJ
Bill,
I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with an
integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should be
no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to you
as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
Scott
Stafford, VA
"BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
> Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
> the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
> shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
> presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
>
> I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
> behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
> from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
>
> By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
> would be appreciated.
>
> Thanx
> Bill Smith
>
I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with an
integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should be
no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to you
as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
Scott
Stafford, VA
"BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
> Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
> the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
> shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
> presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
>
> I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
> behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
> from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
>
> By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
> would be appreciated.
>
> Thanx
> Bill Smith
>
07-26-2006, 09:18 PM
#22
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Re: Hitch for '89 YJ
Scott, I'm interested. But when you say factory towbar I'm not
completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
half mile.
Bill
reconair wrote:
> Bill,
>
> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with an
> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should be
> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to you
> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>
> Scott
> Stafford, VA
> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
> >
> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
> >
> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
> > would be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanx
> > Bill Smith
> >
completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
half mile.
Bill
reconair wrote:
> Bill,
>
> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with an
> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should be
> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to you
> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>
> Scott
> Stafford, VA
> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
> >
> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
> >
> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
> > would be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanx
> > Bill Smith
> >
07-26-2006, 09:18 PM
#23
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Re: Hitch for '89 YJ
Scott, I'm interested. But when you say factory towbar I'm not
completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
half mile.
Bill
reconair wrote:
> Bill,
>
> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with an
> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should be
> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to you
> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>
> Scott
> Stafford, VA
> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
> >
> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
> >
> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
> > would be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanx
> > Bill Smith
> >
completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
half mile.
Bill
reconair wrote:
> Bill,
>
> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with an
> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should be
> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to you
> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>
> Scott
> Stafford, VA
> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
> >
> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
> >
> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
> > would be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanx
> > Bill Smith
> >
07-26-2006, 09:18 PM
#24
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Re: Hitch for '89 YJ
Scott, I'm interested. But when you say factory towbar I'm not
completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
half mile.
Bill
reconair wrote:
> Bill,
>
> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with an
> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should be
> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to you
> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>
> Scott
> Stafford, VA
> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
> >
> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
> >
> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
> > would be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanx
> > Bill Smith
> >
completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
half mile.
Bill
reconair wrote:
> Bill,
>
> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with an
> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should be
> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to you
> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>
> Scott
> Stafford, VA
> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
> >
> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
> >
> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
> > would be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanx
> > Bill Smith
> >
07-26-2006, 09:18 PM
#25
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Re: Hitch for '89 YJ
Scott, I'm interested. But when you say factory towbar I'm not
completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
half mile.
Bill
reconair wrote:
> Bill,
>
> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with an
> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should be
> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to you
> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>
> Scott
> Stafford, VA
> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
> >
> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
> >
> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
> > would be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanx
> > Bill Smith
> >
completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
half mile.
Bill
reconair wrote:
> Bill,
>
> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with an
> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should be
> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to you
> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>
> Scott
> Stafford, VA
> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
> >
> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
> >
> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
> > would be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanx
> > Bill Smith
> >
07-26-2006, 10:55 PM
#26
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Re: Hitch for '89 YJ
Hey, Bill
Reply to reconair@staffnet.com and I'll take some pictures of it. Also,
send me your zip so I can calculate shipping. It bolts to the rear frame
crossmember that your bumperettes attach to. It weighs about 35/40 lbs.
The towbar itself was offered for my 91YJ as part of a factory tow package
(it's not after market). I had a 2" receiver welded to it and reinforced.
I dunno, 300lbs tongue weight is abit much. I'd be leery at best.
Scott
"BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
news:1153963108.597164.268050@h48g2000cwc.googlegr oups.com...
> Scott, I'm interested. But when you say factory towbar I'm not
> completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
> photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
> that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
> we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
> trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
>
> That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
> tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
> half mile.
>
> Bill
>
> reconair wrote:
>> Bill,
>>
>> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
>> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
>> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with
>> an
>> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should
>> be
>> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to
>> you
>> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>>
>> Scott
>> Stafford, VA
>> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
>> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
>> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
>> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
>> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
>> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
>> >
>> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
>> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
>> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
>> >
>> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
>> > would be appreciated.
>> >
>> > Thanx
>> > Bill Smith
>> >
>
Reply to reconair@staffnet.com and I'll take some pictures of it. Also,
send me your zip so I can calculate shipping. It bolts to the rear frame
crossmember that your bumperettes attach to. It weighs about 35/40 lbs.
The towbar itself was offered for my 91YJ as part of a factory tow package
(it's not after market). I had a 2" receiver welded to it and reinforced.
I dunno, 300lbs tongue weight is abit much. I'd be leery at best.
Scott
"BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
news:1153963108.597164.268050@h48g2000cwc.googlegr oups.com...
> Scott, I'm interested. But when you say factory towbar I'm not
> completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
> photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
> that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
> we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
> trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
>
> That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
> tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
> half mile.
>
> Bill
>
> reconair wrote:
>> Bill,
>>
>> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
>> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
>> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with
>> an
>> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should
>> be
>> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to
>> you
>> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>>
>> Scott
>> Stafford, VA
>> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
>> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
>> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
>> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
>> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
>> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
>> >
>> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
>> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
>> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
>> >
>> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
>> > would be appreciated.
>> >
>> > Thanx
>> > Bill Smith
>> >
>
07-26-2006, 10:55 PM
#27
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Posts: n/a
Re: Hitch for '89 YJ
Hey, Bill
Reply to reconair@staffnet.com and I'll take some pictures of it. Also,
send me your zip so I can calculate shipping. It bolts to the rear frame
crossmember that your bumperettes attach to. It weighs about 35/40 lbs.
The towbar itself was offered for my 91YJ as part of a factory tow package
(it's not after market). I had a 2" receiver welded to it and reinforced.
I dunno, 300lbs tongue weight is abit much. I'd be leery at best.
Scott
"BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
news:1153963108.597164.268050@h48g2000cwc.googlegr oups.com...
> Scott, I'm interested. But when you say factory towbar I'm not
> completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
> photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
> that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
> we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
> trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
>
> That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
> tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
> half mile.
>
> Bill
>
> reconair wrote:
>> Bill,
>>
>> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
>> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
>> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with
>> an
>> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should
>> be
>> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to
>> you
>> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>>
>> Scott
>> Stafford, VA
>> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
>> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
>> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
>> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
>> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
>> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
>> >
>> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
>> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
>> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
>> >
>> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
>> > would be appreciated.
>> >
>> > Thanx
>> > Bill Smith
>> >
>
Reply to reconair@staffnet.com and I'll take some pictures of it. Also,
send me your zip so I can calculate shipping. It bolts to the rear frame
crossmember that your bumperettes attach to. It weighs about 35/40 lbs.
The towbar itself was offered for my 91YJ as part of a factory tow package
(it's not after market). I had a 2" receiver welded to it and reinforced.
I dunno, 300lbs tongue weight is abit much. I'd be leery at best.
Scott
"BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
news:1153963108.597164.268050@h48g2000cwc.googlegr oups.com...
> Scott, I'm interested. But when you say factory towbar I'm not
> completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
> photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
> that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
> we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
> trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
>
> That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
> tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
> half mile.
>
> Bill
>
> reconair wrote:
>> Bill,
>>
>> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
>> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
>> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with
>> an
>> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should
>> be
>> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to
>> you
>> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>>
>> Scott
>> Stafford, VA
>> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
>> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
>> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
>> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
>> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
>> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
>> >
>> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
>> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
>> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
>> >
>> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
>> > would be appreciated.
>> >
>> > Thanx
>> > Bill Smith
>> >
>
07-26-2006, 10:55 PM
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Re: Hitch for '89 YJ
Hey, Bill
Reply to reconair@staffnet.com and I'll take some pictures of it. Also,
send me your zip so I can calculate shipping. It bolts to the rear frame
crossmember that your bumperettes attach to. It weighs about 35/40 lbs.
The towbar itself was offered for my 91YJ as part of a factory tow package
(it's not after market). I had a 2" receiver welded to it and reinforced.
I dunno, 300lbs tongue weight is abit much. I'd be leery at best.
Scott
"BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
news:1153963108.597164.268050@h48g2000cwc.googlegr oups.com...
> Scott, I'm interested. But when you say factory towbar I'm not
> completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
> photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
> that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
> we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
> trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
>
> That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
> tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
> half mile.
>
> Bill
>
> reconair wrote:
>> Bill,
>>
>> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
>> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
>> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with
>> an
>> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should
>> be
>> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to
>> you
>> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>>
>> Scott
>> Stafford, VA
>> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
>> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
>> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
>> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
>> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
>> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
>> >
>> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
>> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
>> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
>> >
>> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
>> > would be appreciated.
>> >
>> > Thanx
>> > Bill Smith
>> >
>
Reply to reconair@staffnet.com and I'll take some pictures of it. Also,
send me your zip so I can calculate shipping. It bolts to the rear frame
crossmember that your bumperettes attach to. It weighs about 35/40 lbs.
The towbar itself was offered for my 91YJ as part of a factory tow package
(it's not after market). I had a 2" receiver welded to it and reinforced.
I dunno, 300lbs tongue weight is abit much. I'd be leery at best.
Scott
"BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
news:1153963108.597164.268050@h48g2000cwc.googlegr oups.com...
> Scott, I'm interested. But when you say factory towbar I'm not
> completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
> photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
> that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
> we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
> trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
>
> That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
> tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
> half mile.
>
> Bill
>
> reconair wrote:
>> Bill,
>>
>> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
>> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
>> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with
>> an
>> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should
>> be
>> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to
>> you
>> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>>
>> Scott
>> Stafford, VA
>> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
>> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
>> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
>> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
>> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
>> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
>> >
>> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
>> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
>> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
>> >
>> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
>> > would be appreciated.
>> >
>> > Thanx
>> > Bill Smith
>> >
>
07-26-2006, 10:55 PM
#29
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Posts: n/a
Re: Hitch for '89 YJ
Hey, Bill
Reply to reconair@staffnet.com and I'll take some pictures of it. Also,
send me your zip so I can calculate shipping. It bolts to the rear frame
crossmember that your bumperettes attach to. It weighs about 35/40 lbs.
The towbar itself was offered for my 91YJ as part of a factory tow package
(it's not after market). I had a 2" receiver welded to it and reinforced.
I dunno, 300lbs tongue weight is abit much. I'd be leery at best.
Scott
"BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
news:1153963108.597164.268050@h48g2000cwc.googlegr oups.com...
> Scott, I'm interested. But when you say factory towbar I'm not
> completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
> photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
> that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
> we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
> trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
>
> That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
> tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
> half mile.
>
> Bill
>
> reconair wrote:
>> Bill,
>>
>> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
>> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
>> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with
>> an
>> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should
>> be
>> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to
>> you
>> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>>
>> Scott
>> Stafford, VA
>> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
>> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
>> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
>> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
>> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
>> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
>> >
>> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
>> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
>> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
>> >
>> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
>> > would be appreciated.
>> >
>> > Thanx
>> > Bill Smith
>> >
>
Reply to reconair@staffnet.com and I'll take some pictures of it. Also,
send me your zip so I can calculate shipping. It bolts to the rear frame
crossmember that your bumperettes attach to. It weighs about 35/40 lbs.
The towbar itself was offered for my 91YJ as part of a factory tow package
(it's not after market). I had a 2" receiver welded to it and reinforced.
I dunno, 300lbs tongue weight is abit much. I'd be leery at best.
Scott
"BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
news:1153963108.597164.268050@h48g2000cwc.googlegr oups.com...
> Scott, I'm interested. But when you say factory towbar I'm not
> completely sure what you are referring to. Do you happen to have any
> photos so I can get an idea if it will work for my situation? Pending
> that, let me know what the shipping is and how to make payment and
> we'll do it. This is a vehicle to be used for plowing and occasional
> trailer maneuvering so I'm looking to stay cost effective :-)
>
> That being said the trailer I will put on this will have over 300 lbs
> tongue weight. Maybe 4000 lbs load. But I would never trailer more than
> half mile.
>
> Bill
>
> reconair wrote:
>> Bill,
>>
>> I had my factory towbar modified with a 2" receiver welded under it and
>> reinforced on each side. I pulled a 13 ft, 2000lb tent trailer all over
>> hell's creation. I still have the setup, but have since replaced it with
>> an
>> integrated bumper, spare tire carrier. I have a 91 YJ, but the 89 should
>> be
>> no different in the rear half. If you want this thing, I'll ship it to
>> you
>> as long as you cover my cost to do so. Otherwise, it goes to the dump.
>>
>> Scott
>> Stafford, VA
>> "BSartist" <bs@BSartist.com> wrote in message
>> news:1153924335.790386.164730@m73g2000cwd.googlegr oups.com...
>> > Folks, I have a 1989 Wrangler. I would like to add a class III hitch to
>> > the rear. The bumper is flush with the tailgate and there are two oval
>> > shaped things attached to it on each side of the spare tire -
>> > presumably to act as bumper/shock absorbers in the event of a hit.
>> >
>> > I would like to put a hitch on this thing but the gas tank is right
>> > behind (and hangs somewhat below) the bumper. Are there any suggestions
>> > from anyone who has added a hitch in this scenario?
>> >
>> > By the way, I also want to add a front hitch so any advice or caveats
>> > would be appreciated.
>> >
>> > Thanx
>> > Bill Smith
>> >
>
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