FIRE UP wrote:
Well Gang,
I'm not sure of just how sturdy the steel or, frame design or, mounting system in general is for the tow hooks on that Cherokee but, the Blue Ox base plate(s), yes PLATES, are direct replacements for the tow hooks on our present toad, a 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 4x4 Extended Cab. All I had to do to install them was drill one extra hole per side and then, install two long bolts w/nylox nuts per base plate, right through the frame.
It's a very sturdy system and, I've checked it constantly while towing and there is absolutely no evidence of weakening or, stress, or deterioration of the strength in any manor. Now, again, this is our truck and, not a 2014 Cherokee. So, I cannot vouch for the strength in that kind of system, on that kind of vehicle. If it were mine, I'd take a good look at the system to see if it would/could work.
But, I'd sure as heck do whatever re-enforcements needed to make it work, if I was going to do it that way. Good luck
Scott
x2 BlueOx and Roadmaster also use the same mounting points for the 03-07 Classic Trucks. I would think if they were not sufficient there would be posts all over about them failing. For the 2500/3500 GM trucks they use the existing tow hook bolt holes, there is one you have to enlarge as the rear bolt is a bit wider.
