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| Hitches | The Hitch is the mechanism that is typically mounted to the rear of a vehicle under the bumper. There are five classes of Hitches for towing trailers. Each class is designed for a specific trailer weight range. When selecting the appropriate hitch make sure the weight rating of the hitch is greater than the loaded weight of the trailer that will be towed. The tow vehicle capacity for weight carrying and hitch attachment will vary and will sometimes dictate the class of hitch that can be used. |
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Fifth Wheel Hitches |
A fifth wheel is a specially designed hitch with a king pin receiver that mounts over or forward of the rear axle of the vehicle. The hitch connects with the king pin on the fifth wheel trailer. Fifth wheel hitches are easy to operate and require little maintenance. |
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| Gooseneck Hitches |
A gooseneck hitch is designed for use in a pickup truck similar to a Fifth Wheel. The difference is that the gooseneck uses a ball and coupler verse a kingpin and pin receiver. Typically, the trailers that are most commonly used for this type of gooseneck hitch is a horse trailer. Gooseneck hitches are offered in a few types of configurations, they are designed to be mounted above or below the trucks pickup bed. Either design (above or below) allows for minimal obstruction when the ball is not in the towing position. |
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| Brake Controls |
Brake controls are designed to apply the brakes of the towed vehicle (trailer). There are three types of brake controls on the market today timed, inertia, and proportional. Another type of braking system that is used for trailers is a breakaway kit. |
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| Electrical | By law, trailer lighting must be connected into the tow vehicle's wiring system to provide trailer running lights, turn signals and brake lights. This is accomplished by tapping into the tow vehicle's electrical harness to transfer power to the trailer wiring system. Connectors are used between the two to allow disengagement when not towing. |
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| Weight Distribution |
Weight Distribution is used for distributing the weight of the trailer to the trailer axles and the tow vehicle axles. The components of a Weight Distributing System is made up of four products. 1). A Weight Distributing (WD) Hitch which would be attached to the tow vehicle. 2). A Ball Mount that connects to the Hitch. 3). A Spring Bar Assembly that actually distribute the weight. 4). A Sway Control device that helps the trailer from swaying. |
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Trailer |
Trailer accessories are products that mount or secure to the trailer. Items that are included in this category are safety chains, couplers, coupler locks, jacks, trailer lights, bearing protectors, and winches. |
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Garage - 417 Palmer Road - Ware, MA 01082 - (413) 967-4661 |