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Thinking of Upgrading your boat? Make sure your tow vehicle and hitch can handle the weight of your new boat!
Are you thinking of upgrading your boat? Whether you’re in the market for a Boston Whaler, a Searay, a pontoon, a thunder boat or anything in between you need to make sure you have the right towing vehicle and the right hitch for all your summer time toys! The first thing you want to check on is if you have a class 4 or a class 5 receiver because this determines your hitch class. Every truck and every vehicle is different with what weight capacity they have for towing. You will want to investigate what your truck's specifications are in...
How does towing affect my tow vehicle?
When it comes to towing, it is important that you know how to prepare to tow as well as how to tow safely and effectively. There are potential harms to your vehicle, tow equipment, yourself and others on the road if you are not prepared. Today, let's focus on the vehicle that you are towing with, the potentials can vary from internal to external and can all be prevented. The Right Hitch for the Job Are you towing with proper equipment? When it comes to choosing the right hitch for your truck and towing needs, there are a few things...
Toy Hauler Loading Tips
Going out to the campground or on a road trip and don't wanna leave your powersport toys behind? Best option is to set up that toy hauler. They are great for making it easy to safely tow your small motor vehicles to your next outdoor adventure, but the first part is making sure you are loading it properly. A safe towing experience starts with the hitch you tow it on, you want to make sure that the hitch is the right fit for your truck and the right fit for your toy hauler. Whether you have a 2”, 2.5”, or...
Determining The Towing Capacity You Need
Whether you're connecting a fifth wheel or a horse trailer, you need to know that your vehicle can handle the added weight. But with so many factors that affect your vehicle's towing capacity, how do you know if your vehicle is up for the job? We'll break it all down for you here. Ways to Determine Your Vehicle's Towing Capacity While tons of people make a fuss about towing capacity, there are usually two surefire ways to figure out what your vehicle can handle. First, you can check the owner's manual. Just about every SUV and truck on the market...
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