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Round Bar VS Trunnion Bar

Written by Hitchweb Team Friday, October 12, 2012

What are the differences between a Round Bar and Trunnion Bar in a Weight Distribution Hitch System?

Trunnion Bar

There are two types of spring bars, round and trunnion. The round style bars slide up into the head and are held in place with clips. The trunnion style bars slide into the head from the side or back.

Like Equalizer Head's, spring bars vary by weight distribution systems - look at your systems parts break down for part numbers.

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Posted in Heavy Duty Towing

What Is A Trailer King Pin

Written by hitchweb team Wednesday, September 19, 2012

A King Pin is a round steel shaft attached to the front of a fifth wheel trailer and the fifth wheel hitch on the truck clamps around it. Most 5th wheel trailers come with the king pin already mounted to the trailer. Follow the link to view our selection of King Pins.

To learn about 5th wheel couplers that are mounted to King Pins or King Pin boxes refer to our blog post What Are 5th Wheel Couplers.

If you need help selecting a King Pin or King Pin accessories please contact our team via Live Support or call 1.800.300.4067

Trailer King Pin

Honda Element Recall

Written by Hitchweb Team Monday, September 17, 2012

Honda Element Recall

2007 - 2011 HONDA ELEMENT RECALL

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, Honda will be recalling approximately 5,216 vehicles. The Elements affected are 2007 through 2011 model year SUVs equipped with a trailer hitch wiring harness. Notification to owners should begin around September 20 and a remedy will take place at certified dealers. Technicians will simply repair the problem by switching wires and will do so at no extra cost to drivers.

Follow the link to read more about this recall Honda Element Hitch Wiring Harness Recall or contact your local Honda Dealership.

When Do I Need An Electrical Adapter?

Written by Hitchweb Team Wednesday, September 12, 2012

What is an electrical adapter?
Adapters are used to convert a plug (like a 6 or 7-way) on the vehicle to match the plug on the trailer (like a 4-prong plug).

How is an electrical adapter used?
For an adapter to work properly, the plug on the back of the vehicle must be of greater size in terms of number of pins and blades than what is currently on the trailer, which ensures that there will be enough different wires to supply power from the vehicle to the trailer. Example: If an adapter is used on a tow vehicles current 4 prong plug to adapt to the 7-way trailer there would be 3 wires on his trailer that would not have any power going to them because there are actually only 4 powered wires coming out from the vehicle.

When considering the use of a plug adapter, be sure to know:

1.The plug currently on the vehicle
2.The plug on the trailer

We hope this article could be of great help to you. Follow the link to view our selection of Electrical Adapters. To have our team of towing experts find one for you, contact us via Live Support or...

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Vehicle Wiring Parts

Written by Hitchweb Team Monday, September 10, 2012

Preparing a vehicle to tow a trailer can at times be tricky so when splicing into a vehicle's electrical circuit it is important to have the right tools and components.

Below is a list of definitions and illustrations of small but important electrical bits & pieces:

	Breakaway Kit : A kit designed to apply power to the trailer's electrical brakes in the event that the trailer becomes disconnected from the hitch while on the road. Required in most States and Provinces. Comes with a charging battery to maintain power if the breakaway occurs.