Your flat-tow system connects two vehicles traveling down the highway together. Regular inspection and maintenance of the towing equipment can help identify wear, loose components, damage, and other concerns before your next trip.
California RV Specialists provides flat tow inspection and service in Lodi, California for motorhome owners towing compatible cars, trucks, Jeeps, and other vehicles.
Whether we originally installed your system or it was installed elsewhere, our technicians can inspect accessible flat-towing components and recommend service or repairs when needed.
What We Inspect
Depending on your particular flat-tow system and equipment, our inspection may include accessible components such as:
- Tow bar and attachment points
- Tow bar arms, joints, pins, and locking mechanisms
- Baseplate and accessible mounting points
- Safety cables and connections
- Electrical connections and tow vehicle lighting
- Umbilical cord and connectors
- Breakaway system
- Supplemental braking system components
- Hitch receiver and related towing connections
- High-low adapters and extensions
- Visible fasteners and hardware
- Signs of unusual wear, looseness, damage, or corrosion
- General flat-tow system setup
The exact inspection varies depending on the equipment installed and accessibility of the components.
When Should You Have Your Flat Tow System Inspected?
Consider having your towing equipment inspected:
- Before a long RV trip
- At the beginning of your travel season
- After purchasing a used motorhome or tow vehicle
- After purchasing used flat-towing equipment
- If the system hasn’t been inspected recently
- After unusual movement, binding, or towing concerns
- If components appear loose, worn, damaged, or corroded
- After changes have been made to the motorhome or tow vehicle
- When you’re unsure whether the system is set up correctly
Routine inspections are particularly important for equipment that experiences frequent use, weather exposure, road debris, and repeated connecting and disconnecting.
Flat Tow Service & Maintenance
If concerns are identified during the inspection, California RV Specialists can provide select maintenance, repairs, adjustments, or component replacement depending on the system and condition.
We also provide professional flat-tow system installations and work with many popular towing products and systems.
Flat Tow Equipment & Installation
California RV Specialists services and installs many types of flat-towing equipment, including products from manufacturers such as:
Roadmaster • Demco • Blue Ox • CURT
Flat-tow systems can include several components working together, such as the baseplate, tow bar, safety cables, electrical system, supplemental braking system, breakaway equipment, and related adapters.
Proper setup and maintenance of the complete system are important.
Purchased a Used Motorhome or Tow Vehicle?
If you recently purchased a used motorhome, tow vehicle, or existing flat-tow setup, consider having the equipment inspected before relying on it for travel.
Previous installations may have been modified, components may have experienced years of use, or maintenance history may be unknown.
An inspection can help identify visible concerns and provide a better understanding of the equipment currently installed.
Schedule a Flat Tow Inspection
If it’s been a while since your flat-towing equipment was inspected—or you’re preparing for an upcoming RV trip—contact California RV Specialists to schedule service.
When contacting us, please provide information about both vehicles and the towing equipment when available:
Motorhome: Year, manufacturer, and model
Tow Vehicle: Year, make, model, and trim
Flat Tow Equipment: Manufacturer and model, if known
Photos of the existing equipment can also be helpful.
California RV Specialists, LLC
200 S. Cherokee Lane
Lodi, CA 95240
Phone: (209) 263-7040
Email: service@calrvspecialists.com
SCHEDULE A FLAT TOW INSPECTION
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you inspect flat-tow systems you didn’t install?
Yes. We can inspect accessible components of many existing flat-tow systems regardless of where the equipment was originally installed.
Do you service tow bars?
We provide select inspection, maintenance, and service of tow bars depending on the manufacturer, model, condition, parts availability, and type of service required.
Do you inspect flat-tow baseplates?
Yes. Accessible baseplate components, attachment points, hardware, and connections can be visually inspected as part of the flat-tow system inspection.
Can you check my supplemental braking system?
We can inspect and service many supplemental braking systems depending on the type, manufacturer, and installation.
Can you install a complete flat-tow system?
Yes. California RV Specialists provides complete flat-tow installations for many compatible motorhomes and tow vehicles, including baseplates, tow bars, safety equipment, electrical connections, and supplemental braking systems.
Can you tell me if my vehicle can be flat towed?
Flat-towing compatibility should be determined using the vehicle manufacturer’s current instructions and owner’s manual for the specific year, make, model, drivetrain, and configuration. Not every vehicle can be flat towed, and procedures can vary considerably.
Important: A flat-tow inspection is a visual and functional evaluation of accessible towing equipment within the scope of the requested service. It is not a certification or guarantee against future component failure. Vehicle flat-towing compatibility, procedures, restrictions, and requirements should always be verified using the applicable vehicle and equipment manufacturers’ instructions.