Prepare yourself before going traveling


Selecting the Right Trailer Hitch

When you are looking to tow a trailer, attach
a cargo carrier or essentially connect oneClass  II
vehicle to another, you'll find that you need
to look for the right trailer hitch. After aClass II hitch adaptors tend to be made for
brief consultation, though, you'll realizelight towing duty, and as such, they will be
that trailer hitches come in a wide varietyrated at 3500 pounds GTW. As the name
of classes and that each class is meant for aimplies, they can be used for Class I or
different function. When you are trying toClass II accessories, and thy will use a
find the right hitch for your situation,removable drawbar. Keep in mind that it will
you'll find that there are several differentwork with a Class I and II hitch balls, but
things that you need to keep in mind when itthat a 2 and 5/16" hitch ball will not work
comes to what class is best for yourin  this  setup.
purposes. Remember that for the definitions
below, GTW refers to gross trailer weight,Class  III
which is the weight of the trailer when fully
loaded,  not  when  it  is  sitting  empty.Class III trailer hitches are also known as
round receiver hitches and they will be rated
Class  Iup to 6000 pounds GTW. There is usually a 2"
by 2" receiver opening, and you'll find that
Class I trailer hitches are meant for thethese hitches tend to have the most options
lightest towing duties. They tend to be ratedwhen you are looking at things like bike
up to 2000 pounds GTW, and they tend to beracks and cargo carriers. You'll also find
fitted with a draw bar or a ball mount wherethat you'll be able to make sure that you can
the accessories will be attached to the hitchsimply carry more gear. When you are looking
itself. You'll find that they will work withat Class III trailer hitches, you'll find
any class I accessory and that they willthat the ballmounts can be sold separate, and
usually use a 1/2" pin to secure the ballyou'll find that there are many available
mount in place. A Class I trailer hitch iswhich can ensure that your trailer rides
ideal for hitch adapters, cargo carriers orlevel with the tow vehicle in question.
bike  racks.



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