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How To Set up A Weight Distribution Hitch

Written by Hitchweb Team Friday, July 10, 2015

In this video we show you how to properly set up and use your weight distribution hitch. The goal of using a weight distribution hitch is to keep the trailer and the vehicle it's attached to, as level as possible by distributing the tongue weight of the trailer across the vehicles frame. Make sure your weight distribution hitch is properly set up to ensure that you have a safe and efficient towing setup.

 

Preparing to assemble your Weight Distribution Hitch

Start by lining up the tow vehicle and the travel trailer on level pavement and in the straight position. Use the trailer tongue jack and a level to raise or lower the trailer until it is level. Measure and record the distance from the pavement to the top of the coupler. Next, note the distance from the rear and front bumper...


Trailer Hitch Installation Techniques

Written by Hitchweb Team Friday, July 10, 2015

How to Install a Trailer Hitch: When installing a trailer hitch, you may encounter some obstacles such as

  • Weldnut Cleaning
  • Fishwiring
  • Lowering Exhaust
  • Frame Drilling
  • Fascia Trimming

This video will go through the steps to give you the knowledge and skill to install any trailer hitch!

 

 


How to Grease a Trailer Ball

Written by Hitchweb Team Friday, July 10, 2015

Every trailer coupler is designed with certain tolerances in mind. Over time the grinding motion of the trailer turning, will slowly erode these tolerances away. This is why it's a good idea to grease your trailer ball. As far as what grease you should use, any type you have lying around should work.

Over time the motion of the trailer turning on the trailer ball will slowly errode the trailer ball finish away. Any type of grease will work to grease the trailer ball. 

 

 

 

 

Posted in Towing 101

How to Install Hitch Pin

Written by Hitchweb Team Friday, July 10, 2015

All US roadways are designed with rain run-off in mind leaving the highest point in the center and allowing the rain to run off towards the ditches. This is something you should keep in mind when installing your receiver pin. Always insert the pin on the driver's side of the receiver tube so if something were to happen to the cotter pin the vibrations of the road will drive the pin further in place. Instead of allowing it to fall out. This is also why when towing you should routinely check your towing set-up. 

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How to Trim Fascia on Vehicle

Written by Hitchweb Team Friday, July 10, 2015

How to do I trim the fascia on my vehicle to install a trailer hitch?

 

This video has a step by step demonstration of how to trim the fascia on your vehicle when you are installing a trailer hitch.


Tools Required:

  • Masking Tape
  • Razor Knife
  • Rotary Tool
  • Marker

"The most difficult part of fascia trimming is the marking of the section of the fascia that needs to be removed. We suggest using masking tape to clearly define the cut lines. This will give you the best visual representation of the area that needs to be removed. Use a razor knife, rotary tool or aviator shears to carefully cut around the tape. Your choice of cutting tool may be dependant on the type of material that you are cutting. A rotary tool is used for cutting heavy duty fascia while a razor knife may be appropriate for thinner material to achieve a nice, clean edge. If you are using a razor knife be sure not to use extensive force. Score the cutting line and make multiple passes to...