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    Hi guys, first post on Prado Point so here goes...

    Just started the fit out of my new 150 Series GXL Petrol and high on my to-do list was to fit a pair of aftermarket front recovery points such as the Outback Ideas type mentioned numerous times here in the 120 Series discussions.

    However when I asked my local 4WD shop about them today they said they had not yet fitted front recovery points to a 150 Series and were not sure that the holes on the 150 Series would line up with those for the existing 120 Series recovery points... (and on my brief inspection of the 150 this evening it does look a bit different to pics others have posted of their 120's)

    My question is has anyone fitted aftermarket front recovery points to their 150 yet and if so which did you use and did you run into any challenges or have to alter anything to make them fit?

    Cheers
    Chris

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    Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

    My local ARB shop said "not available...yet" as did the TJM shop across the road.....have bought the one that goes in the towbar but that's it (so far).
    150 Silver Diesel GXL Auto with ECB Bullbar, Toyota Factory towbar, Black Widow Drawer system with Fridge slide and cargo barrier, GME UHF 3340 Radio, Waeco 50 Litre Fridge, Rhino Racks and Rhino Basket, ARB Awning, IPF XS Spotties, ABR Sidewinder Dual Battery system,Airtec Snorkel, Bilstien Shockies, King Springs, Poly Airbags and BFG A/T''s. Now towing a semi offroad Lotus Freelander 18.6 Van, with all the bells and whistles.

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    • #3
      Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

      What's wrong with the standard tow/recovery points already fitted?
      [FONT="Arial"][SIZE="1"][color=#008040]Was Prado 150 GXL T/D auto, graphite, tint, factory towbar, D697LT, Autosafe cargo barrier, ARB deluxe bar, ABR-Sidewinder dual battery & monitor, GME TX3440, ARB fridge, Safari snorkel, Maxtrax, Tekonsha P3, ScanGaugeII, OME suspension, Tigerz11 winch, TG150, Now Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo with QL and ORAII[/size][/color][/FONT]

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      • #4
        Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

        Thanks Mark, that's pretty much what I've found after looking around a bit more today. I will also be getting the rear hook when I get the towbar fitted in a week or two.

        Hi A10, if I can't find aftermarket points I will use the factory one's (with one of those cords that links the two hooks and attaches the snatch strap in the centre) but the extract from the owners manual does not inspire full confidence in the hook suitablity for use in a snatch recovery situation stating that:

        "in an emergency... your vehichle may be temporarily towed (by the font towing hook)... on hard surfaced road for short distance only"

        That said the existing ones on the 150 do look a bit more substantial than those on the 120 but I am still not convinced.

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        • #5
          Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

          Can you post a pic of the 150 OEM ones ?
          Cheers, Wayne

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          • #6
            Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

            150 OEM tow points:


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            • #7
              Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

              Same as the 2006 on 120 series. There is a couple existing threads on the limits of welding and the hooks etc.. they are probably rated to the same as the OI ones ops:

              I wouldnt be surprised if the OI 120 series fit this, it looks pretty similar from memory?

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              • #8
                Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

                Originally posted by A10
                What's wrong with the standard tow/recovery points already fitted?
                The standard recovery points are on there so they can lash the car to the ship when it is exported they are not made for taking huge loads
                2010 GXL D4D manual, Cooper ST, Piranha dual Battery system, ARB bar,2inch OME lift,black widow draws,tigers 11 winch,

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                • #9
                  Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

                  Hi Folks

                  ARB don't have recovery points for their new bars and arrange the plates around the existing Toyota points. Outback Ideas haven't released any yet and as mentioned before if it isn't tested to destruction and stamped it isn't rated, common sense must prevail.

                  Regards, Richo.

                  PS: Did some serious tracks loaded up with passengers and gear over the Anzac Day weekend and the electronic traction aids are fantastic, next step from there is a winch.
                  [B]Former [/B]Party Leader, [B]Now[/B] SDO SEQLD GTG 2015 PFA (Pradopoint Fairy Advisor)
                  [B]Bitumen - A Blatant Waste of Taxpayers Money[/B]

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                  • #10
                    Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

                    Originally posted by graphite bullet
                    The standard recovery points are on there so they can lash the car to the ship when it is exported they are not made for taking huge loads
                    The 150 owners manual shows using the two front ones and two other points on the underframe in front of the rear wheels for tying down.

                    The owners manual also refers to the two front points and the rear point as towing points and clearly says that the vehicle may be towed using these points. Admittedly, it does include many cautions about towing but these seem to be more about damaging the vehicle or transmission rather than the adequacy of the towing point.

                    The Off Road Driving owners manual also has a section on recovering a stuck vehicle and lists a number of tools that may be used including "elastic towing rope" and "U-shaped shackle used to attach straps etc when passing through the towing points". This suggests that the towing points are OK for recovery but it does not quote any force rating.

                    The front towing points particularly are substantial and much more than merely tie down points. Whether they are adequate or not, I can't yet say but the owners manual suggests they are OK.
                    [FONT="Arial"][SIZE="1"][color=#008040]Was Prado 150 GXL T/D auto, graphite, tint, factory towbar, D697LT, Autosafe cargo barrier, ARB deluxe bar, ABR-Sidewinder dual battery & monitor, GME TX3440, ARB fridge, Safari snorkel, Maxtrax, Tekonsha P3, ScanGaugeII, OME suspension, Tigerz11 winch, TG150, Now Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo with QL and ORAII[/size][/color][/FONT]

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                    • #11
                      Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

                      FYI guys,

                      Outback ideas 120 series recovery points fit with slight adjustment and are
                      also highly rated,alot higher than stock recovery points!
                      :P

                      PM me for details.

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                      • #12
                        Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

                        Good news if anyone is keen Mannell motors at Thornleigh sydney sell front recovery hooks for the 150 one step closer to the GTG
                        2010 GXL D4D manual, Cooper ST, Piranha dual Battery system, ARB bar,2inch OME lift,black widow draws,tigers 11 winch,

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                        • #13
                          Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

                          Originally posted by graphite bullet
                          Good news if anyone is keen Mannell motors at Thornleigh sydney sell front recovery hooks for the 150 one step closer to the GTG
                          Any idea how much?
                          150 GXL V6 Auto. BFG AT 275/65/R17, ARB Deluxe Winch Bar, OME 2" Lift, Firestone Airbags, Dual Batteries, GME UHF, Rhino Sportz Crossrails and Platform Rack, ARB Awning, Redarc Brake Controller, Rear Drawer System, Safari Snorkel, New Toyota Mudflaps, Kaymar 'Wheel on Door' Bracket, ARB Under Vehicle Protection, IPF 900XS Spotties, Allied Hammer Wheels. Disclaimer - I am an ARB employee. [B][URL="http://www.pradopoint.com/showthread.php?17348-Sam-s-150-V6"]Buildup Thread[/URL][/B]

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                          • #14
                            Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

                            Originally posted by hookedon4wding
                            Originally posted by graphite bullet
                            Good news if anyone is keen Mannell motors at Thornleigh sydney sell front recovery hooks for the 150 one step closer to the GTG
                            Any idea how much?
                            $125 supplied
                            $12 Postage*

                            or

                            $275 Fitted

                            Regards

                            Giles

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                            • #15
                              Re: Aftermarket front recovery points for 150 Series

                              Originally posted by graphite bullet
                              Good news if anyone is keen Mannell motors at Thornleigh sydney sell front recovery hooks for the 150 one step closer to the GTG
                              Except they don't fit if you have an arb bar. I've got an outline of them and going to make a template up from wood tomorrow . Will see if I can find a way to fit them. Watch this space
                              My Rig: 150 GXL D4D, Tough Dog adjustable suspension with 60mm lift, Polyair bags, ARB Winch Bar, Warn Winch with Dynamica Rope, Outback Ideas recovery points, GME UHF, HID Low/High Beam, Lightforce Genesis HID Spots, Dual Battery Setup with rear power outlets, ARB air compressor in engine bay, ~30L Watertank mounted behind fueltank.

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