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Beware Fabspeed Tow hook

Discussion in '458 Italia/488/F8' started by est8esq, Aug 4, 2022.

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  1. est8esq

    est8esq Rookie

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    I ordered a Fabspeed front tow hook and the threads aren't correct and IT DOES NOT FIT. It is not cheap and several hundred dollars. I've contacted Fabspeed and they never responded.

    I took a gamble and went on Ebay and for $12.00 (yes, twelve U.S. dollars) and I received a tow hook that looks better, certainly fits and couldn't believe it.

    You don't have to track and feel it just belongs there.
     
  2. Viperjoe

    Viperjoe F1 Rookie Silver Subscribed

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    Please post a link to the one you bought.
     
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  3. Regular Guy 01

    Regular Guy 01 Formula Junior Silver Subscribed

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    Not sure which model car you have but it has been mentioned in other posts that the threads on the 458 have issues with even the factory tow hook fitting.
    All mounts should be chased with a tap, when possible, to be sure that the threads are clean and good to accept the tow hook.
    This is something that is best done before you need to use the tow hook and not when a flatbed truck is trying to load your car.

    I am not sure if this is something that could be wrong with your car, just sharing what I know is problem with our cars.
    I hope all works out for you.

    Best of luck,
    GG
     
  4. Fabspeed Motorsport

    Fabspeed Motorsport F1 Rookie Sponsor

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    Very sorry to hear you are having issues, OP

    I will shoot you a PM now, but please let me know what I can do to help. We test fit all of our tow-hooks before they leave to ensure fitment so I am eager to look into this for you!
     

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