Vegas Towing Advice

Some people think towing a trailer, a camper, or another car is a simple task. But there are a lot of things that you need to consider about your vehicle before you hook something up behind it. For instance, does your vehicle have a tow package, what size ball is on the hitch, and do you have trailer brakes? These are things that need to be considered. Let’s break it down.

Does your vehicle have a towing package included from the manufacturer?
If you vehicle has a towing package that means it has a receiver hitch on it. It also will the the electrical components needed so that trailer will have brake lights. You will need to read your manual to find out how much your truck can pull and what the max tongue weight on the hitch is. When calculated the weight you are towing be sure you take all factors into consideration. For instance, if you are towing a camper the weight will be different when it is fully loaded with water and camping supplies.

What size ball is on the hitch?
This is important because the receiver of what you are towing is not a universal size. Recreational and light commercial balls come anywhere from 1 ?”, 2”, to 2 5/16”. Some even have a 3” ball. The normal rule is the lighter the trailer the smaller the hitch ball.

Do you have trailer brakes?
This is typically something you or a mechanic installs for you if you decide it is something you need. It is mounted inside the vehicle on the driver's side dashboard area. The device is engages the trailer’s electrical braking system to help the trailer slow down. This is a good idea if you are using a smaller SUV and towing at the max capacity. It will give you more control when slowing down so the trailer doesn’t “push” you.

Other tips and trick when towing is to make sure your side mirrors come out enough so that you can see the sides of what you are towing. When making turns make sure you have determined the proper radius so you don’t cut the turn short and run over something or someone. Last, but not least, check your speed! Stopping distance is greatly increased when towing something behind you. Make sure you are leaving enough space between you and the vehicle ahead of you.

 One of the worst things to ruin your day is a flat tire. It ranks right up there with spilling ketchup on your white shirt. Although it is not life altering it is always nice to avoid both whenever possible. Here are a few hints from Las Vegas Towing to help prevent getting flat.

•    Have a tire pressure gauge in your car and make sure your tires are inflated to the appropriate psi. Checking your tire pressure regularly can help you from getting stranded on I-215 in the blazing on heat waiting for Las Vegas Towing to come and rescue you.
•    Check your tires for uneven wear and rotate according to manufacturer’s recommendations. Uneven where are your tires could result in a flat or a blowout, again waiting for your white house, Las Vegas Towing.
•    Check your brakes. Not a lot of people associate poorly adjusted brake with uneven wear on your tires. Plus with the constant stop and go on I-15 is not someplace you want to be with brakes that aren’t tip top. This could result in an even worse reason that Las Vegas Towing has to be your savior once again (insert picture of crumpled car on a wrecker)
•    Avoid debris and driving on the shoulder of the road whenever safely possible. Potholes can be another culprit for the day ruining flat.

          Although Las Vegas Towing is full of award winning personalities fixing you tire on the side of the road with traffic whizzing by may not be your favorite way of meeting us.

Whether you need a heavy tow truck or you have a smaller off road vehicle that is stuck on the side of the road the team at Las Vegas Towing is here for you. We have the flexibility to provide affordable towing for you no matter where you are in the Las Vegas area. Dealing with tractor trailer breakdown recovery can be a really stressful time and that is why Las Vegas Towing wants to make your life easier with our quick and painless 18 wheeler recovery.