How do I install the towbar on my own?

Fans of distant autotravels and just owners of country cottages have long appreciated the advantages of using a trailer. This device allows the driver to transport everything that does not fit into the cabin, besides without damaging the machine (in the event that you want to deliver slate or bricks to the construction site). If you are also interested in buying a trailer, be aware that in addition you will have to buy a special towing mechanism (in simple terms - a towbar). And if you can buy this device without problems, then with its installation you can have nuances. In today's article, we will tell you in detail how to install the towbar with your own hands.

Where to begin?

First we need to drive the car to the pit. So it will be much more convenient to install the towbar with your own hands. As soon as our car was on the inspection pit, open the hood and remove the minus terminal from the battery. In this way, we turn off all electronics in the machine, so that there are no short circuits when connecting additional wires. Now we extract all the contents of the trunk to the outside and remove the lining. The last stage comes when you install towbars for cars or for jeeps.

Installation process

At this stage, you can safely screw the part to the future place. Before this, you should secure the towbar with your own hands using a yoke and drill holes for holes. If necessary, you can mark these places. Next, take the drill and drill the necessary holes. The diameter of the drill should be 12.5 millimeters. Next, in the holes that are formed, we mount the nuts and tighten the structure tightly. However, the installation process does not end there. The next stage will be drilling two holes near the trunk (where we removed the upholstery) and at the bottom of the side member. Then insert the bolts there, after having put on them a special reinforcing pad and washer. Next, we pick up a carved spanner for 17-19 millimeters (depending on the type of towbar) and screw it all the way to the stop. Now we proceed to the final stage - the connection of the towbar outlet. To do this, we make holes in the bottom of the luggage compartment. Before doing this, carefully review all marked places for fasteners. Be sure to mark where you will drill holes. Next, attach the socket on the towbar and conduct all the necessary wires for the stop lamps and parking lights. Carefully follow the colors of the connections. Wires should not be tangled.

Conclusion

Now you know how to install towbars for jeeps and cars. The process can be considered complete. Now safely catch the trailer and set off.

Tip

If you want to be sure of your safety, never make a towbar with your own hands. Why? The fact is that their design often does not withstand the load that is carried out by a 500-kilogram trailer at a speed of 60-80 kilometers per hour. Do not stand nuts, and sometimes welding seams. So do not regret spending a little more money and buy a factory device developed by professional engineers and designers.