How To Hook Up A Trailer

Choose the Proper Towing Hitch and Ball

Similar to the precaution you must take when choosing the correct weight capacity of the trailer, the hitch system components require care when being selected. Each part of the attaching system - the hitch, the ball, and the coupler - have weight ratings that they can safely tow. Again, you should check to make sure that the hitch’s weight rating is higher than the weight of the fully-loaded trailer and that the ball of the hitch will be compatible with the coupler on the trailer.