How Towing Accessories and Hitches Affect Capabilities

auling needs. GMC trucks and Buick SUVs are not only impressive but they are also powerful. Visit the Doug Henry Buick GMC dealership and explore a range of towing hitches and accessories to maximize their capabilities. Before you tow any item, check out our towing FAQ guide to ensure your confidence when on the road.

Trailer Hitch

When it comes to towing, a trailer hitch is the essential starting point. Various hitch types are available, but they all serve as the crucial link between your towing vehicle and the trailer. While a trailer hitch won't increase your vehicle's towing capacity, it's important to find the one with the appropriate weight rating for the loads you plan to transport.

Gooseneck Hitch

Compared to bumper-mounted hitches, a gooseneck hitch offers enhanced towing capacity, stability, and maneuverability. By connecting to a ball in the bed of the pickup truck, it efficiently handles heavy loads and is positioned directly over the rear axle for optimal performance.

Fifth-Wheel Hitch

The fifth-wheel hitch is mounted in the pickup truck bed directly above the rear axle, providing superior stability, maneuverability, and towing capabilities. This type of hitch, commonly used with RVs and large trailers, features a kingpin on the trailer and a household-shaped coupling on the truck, making it an ideal choice for your towing needs.

Common and Essential Towing Accessories

• Wiring Harness: The wiring harness allows electrical signals to pass between the towing vehicle and trailer so that other drivers can see your turn signals, taillights, and brake lights.
• Ball Mount: When you need a point of connection for the trailer coupler, the ball mount can attach to the trailer hitch receiver. You can also adjust the ball mount's height to accommodate your trailer’s height.
• Trailer Hitch Receiver Size: While a trailer hitch receiver can vary in size, the most commonly used trailer hitch is a 2-inch receiver opening.
• Trailer Brakes: The heavier the load you tow is, the more stopping power you need, which is why trailer brakes are important.

Towing Accessories for Sale in Goldsboro, NC

Learn more about the quality OEM and aftermarket accessories at the Doug Henry Buick GMC parts department to upgrade the towing capabilities of your GMC truck or Buick SUV. Stop by today to take your next towing adventure to the next level.