Am I capable of installing a trailer hitch myself? Were not talking about putting together toys on Christmas morning or fixing your kids bike, a trailer hitch is part of a larger picture. It is one of the most important parts of a towing system. It must be installed correctly and to the manufacturer’s specifications. Anything short of this is dangerous and you should know what you are getting into before you consider purchasing the trailer hitch to attempt the installation of the hitch yourself.
Here is a list of things you can do to help you make your decision-
1. Print out the manufacturer’s instruction sheet for the hitch you are considering to purchase (available at www.discounthitches.com). Each trailer hitch will be different and each installation will vary on installation time, materials required, and level of expertise. Take a look at it, visualize the installation and ask yourself if you can are capable of the requirements.
2. Look on the manufacturer’s instruction sheet and see how long it should take to install the hitch. Trailer hitches come in different shapes, sizes and difficulty of installation. Some require no drilling with a quick installation time period, where others require drilling and a longer install time. This may aid you in the decision of installing the trailer hitch yourself.
3. Make sure you have all the tools necessary to complete the installation. You can usually do this by looking at the vehicle and the “Tools Required” section on the manufacturer’s instruction sheet.
4. Do you have a torque wrench or have access to one if required to complete the installation?
5. Do you possess the skills necessary to complete the installation? If you are a mechanically inclined person or a mechanic than you probably do. However, if the installation and the manufacturer’s instructions look like it is more than you can handle, consult the local professional and let them install the hitch for you.
If you decide to attempt the trailer hitch installation yourself and have any questions along the way, give us a call. We’ll help you out even if you didn’t buy it from us. Remember to always consult a professional with questions you may have and follow manufacturer’s instructions with your trailer hitch installation.
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