NEED AN EASY HITCH AS ON MY OWN

gandk · Senior Member

NEED AN EASY HITCH AS ON MY OWN

Brenda and Alan · Guru

Would I be correct in assuming it has a 50mm ball coupling and an over-ride brake system where the coupling swivels. If so a conversion to electric brakes and a rigid coupling would make things easier. A reversing camera in the tug would also make the hitching up operation much easier.

Alan

Yuglamron · Guru

.

-- Edited by Yuglamron on Sunday 22nd of April 2018 08:28:10 AM

Yuglamron · Guru

I had a previous McHitch coupling as I am not a fan of the 50mm Ball coupling. Much safer than a 5omm ball.

Now they have introduced an Automatic coupling in various versions from no brakes to Hydraulic brake override and of course electric brake versions.

I did see a Mazda BT 50 using the system and he had a camera installed behind the receiver. Made it SIMPLE to hitch up Solo.

Hope it helps in your research.

Usual disclaimer I have no connection to the company just a satisfied customer and pleased with their after sales support as well.

https://www.mchitch.com.au/media

gandk · Senior Member

Thanks shall have a watch. Hi Alan, it has electric brakes but it does swivel. Apparently needs to be able to move due to being an off road van.
Ta

gandk · Senior Member

Wow. Yep that seems like the way to go. Thanks for replying.

Wizardofoz · Guru

This Australian designed and built hitch is expensive but it is virtually foolproof, I have been using it un-assisted for 4 years and wouldnt be without it As it has allowed me to hitch and un-hitch at horrible angles at times. I have also heard good reports about the McHitch too, however, the Hitch Ezy has been faultless and I would not think of replacing it.

http://www.hitch-ezy.com.au/features.html#contact

PeterD · Guru

gandk wrote:
it has electric brakes but it does swivel. Apparently needs to be able to move due to being an off road van.
Ta

What type of hitch do you have? Here is a link to help you identify it.

Bookleaf · Veteran Member

I have a McHitch Auto Coupler, replacing my ball coupling with override brakes. Also now have electric brakes.
My ball coupling also used to twist during travel and would nearly always be twisted (rolled) to one side when it came time to uncouple.

Also have a reversing camera that displays the tow coupling (ie the "tow ball" as it were) as well as the area out the back of the car.

Best thing I did was to change to the McHitch Auto Coupler. Makes coupling up (and uncoupling) a breeze. No help needed physically or to give directions.
Had to add a different hand brake leaver and plate though at the same time, but that was just part of the conversion.

Highly recommend.

IAN zzz · Veteran Member

ahhhh ... we all have different opinions :)

I'm a big fan of the 50mm Ball coupling. I guess I'm old school :)

BUT ... I definitely recommend a rear facing camera

Stay safe

Dhutime · Senior Member

We have a Hitch Easy and a trailermate jack, very happy. Very easy to hook up and off . Previously had a Mchitch auto sold that didnât suit our van .

Aus-Kiwi · Guru

A simple guide plate can be made and bolted under tow ball . As you back on it guides van into position . Often with U Around the front to prevent van draw bar hitting bumper or vehicle .

drtooheys · Senior Member

I use this https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/COUPLE-MATE-Trailer-Caravan-Boat-Guide-Self-Aligning-Tow-Ball-CM001-EXPRESS/171835796558?hash=item2802362c4e:g:CWkAAOSw-vlVimXv works a treat. Just remember to count the chain links left on the ground when you uncouple so you know the height to wind the jockey wheel up to when wanting to hook up.

Tony

Dickodownunder · Guru

drtooheys wrote:
I use this https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/COUPLE-MATE-Trailer-Caravan-Boat-Guide-Self-Aligning-Tow-Ball-CM001-EXPRESS/171835796558?hash=item2802362c4e:g:CWkAAOSw-vlVimXv works a treat. Just remember to count the chain links left on the ground when you uncouple so you know the height to wind the jockey wheel up to when wanting to hook up.
Tony

As well as the height also make sure the brakes are on or the van wheels are chocked securely before backing into the Couple Mate.

Aus-Kiwi · Guru

Yep thatâs here are ways to getting hitched !!! Lol SORRY !! Someone had too !!

gandk · Senior Member

Yes someone had to didn't they. All good fun for the day. But on a serious note. Thank you all I shall check out all of the above as to which shall be easy to convert my van.
Thanks again. Love this site.
Kim