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Rock-It Man · 02-01-2018, 07:53 AM

I have a JDP tow hook to install on my 2010 SS.

The instructions, written specifically for Gen5, are for installation on the driver side. It would appear that the impact bar and grille are symmetrical so the tow hook could just as easily go on the passenger side.

I've noticed that while most race cars have their tow hooks on the passenger side, a significant minority have them on the driver side.

Thoughts? Thanks.

SS Performance · 02-02-2018, 01:02 PM

one side is as good as the other. The only difference I can think of is if the hook is on the passenger side it provides a view past the tow vehicle.

On my 15 there is a plug on the passenger side bumper cover. This provides access to the bumper support. I installed a stock GM (European) bumper support that has a threaded insert for the tow hook.

Rock-It Man · 02-03-2018, 07:59 AM

Unfortunately, there's no tow hook receiver in the 2010, nor is there a removable plug in the fascia or grille.

When did GM start putting these features on American cars, I wonder? My 2016 Trax has them.

Dixon Racing · 02-05-2018, 12:18 PM

I think 2014 is when they started doing this, could be wrong though.

I put the tow hook on the drivers side on mine, it fit better on that side for whatever reason.

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wakespeak · 02-06-2018, 09:13 PM

Passenger side for me. Used a strong magnet to hold it while I checked with the fascia. Took me a few times (fascia on/off) to get it set in the right place. I chose the grill slot closer to middle.

02-01-2018, 07:53 AM	#1
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,033 View My Garage	Tow Loop installation I have a JDP tow hook to install on my 2010 SS. The instructions, written specifically for Gen5, are for installation on the driver side. It would appear that the impact bar and grille are symmetrical so the tow hook could just as easily go on the passenger side. I've noticed that while most race cars have their tow hooks on the passenger side, a significant minority have them on the driver side. Thoughts? Thanks.

02-02-2018, 01:02 PM	#2
SS Performance Drives: 02 Camaro B4C Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Cape May County NJ Posts: 749	one side is as good as the other. The only difference I can think of is if the hook is on the passenger side it provides a view past the tow vehicle. On my 15 there is a plug on the passenger side bumper cover. This provides access to the bumper support. I installed a stock GM (European) bumper support that has a threaded insert for the tow hook. __________________ A man's garage is his castle 1969 Camaro SS 1970 Camaro SS 2002 Camaro B4C 2014 Camaro SS Dedicated Track Car 2015 Camaro 1SS 1LE 2008 HHR SS 1996 Silverado Crew Cab Long Bed Dual Rear Wheel

02-05-2018, 12:18 PM	#4
Dixon Racing Drives: 2015 Z28 Red Hot Join Date: Jan 2017 Location: California Posts: 72	I think 2014 is when they started doing this, could be wrong though. I put the tow hook on the drivers side on mine, it fit better on that side for whatever reason. __________________ Casey 2015 Z28 w/ A/C & Radio https://www.instagram.com/dixon_racing/

02-06-2018, 09:13 PM	#5
wakespeak Drives: 2020 ZL1 1LE Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Austin, Texas Posts: 1,335	Passenger side for me. Used a strong magnet to hold it while I checked with the fascia. Took me a few times (fascia on/off) to get it set in the right place. I chose the grill slot closer to middle. Attached Images __________________ 2020 ZL1 1LE [Moroso SC Expansion Tank, otherwise stock]

02-03-2018, 07:59 AM	#3
Rock-It Man 376 cubic inches of fun Drives: 2023 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: MA Posts: 4,033 View My Garage	Unfortunately, there's no tow hook receiver in the 2010, nor is there a removable plug in the fascia or grille. When did GM start putting these features on American cars, I wonder? My 2016 Trax has them.