A properly matched and configured towing setup involves more than simply connecting a trailer to a hitch.
California RV Specialists provides trailer towing setup, hitch installation, towing equipment, and select tow vehicle upgrades in Lodi, California for customers towing travel trailers, toy haulers, utility trailers, horse trailers, and other compatible trailers.
Whether you’re setting up a new tow vehicle, purchasing a different trailer, replacing existing towing equipment, or trying to improve your current setup, our team can help evaluate the equipment and recommend appropriate options for your application.
Trailer Towing Equipment & Setup
Depending on your tow vehicle, trailer, and towing requirements, California RV Specialists can assist with:
- Receiver hitches
- Ball mounts and hitch balls
- Weight-distribution hitches
- Sway-control equipment
- Trailer brake controllers
- 7-way trailer connections
- Trailer towing electrical
- Safety chain connections
- Breakaway systems
- Hitch inspection and maintenance
- Tow vehicle suspension upgrades
- Air spring systems
- SumoSprings
- Towing cameras and accessories
- Trailer and towing lighting
- Select truck and tow vehicle accessories
Every towing combination is different. Equipment selection depends on the tow vehicle, trailer, hitch configuration, manufacturer requirements, weights, ratings, and intended use.
Weight-Distribution Hitch Setup
Weight-distribution hitches are commonly used with travel trailers and other bumper-pull trailers.
When properly selected and configured for the application, a weight-distribution system can help manage the load transferred between the tow vehicle and trailer.
Depending on the system and application, our services may include:
- Weight-distribution hitch installation
- Hitch head setup
- Hitch ball installation
- Spring bar setup
- Bracket installation
- Initial adjustment
- Inspection of existing systems
- Replacement of worn or damaged components
- Sway-control equipment
Weight-distribution systems must be appropriately selected and adjusted for the specific tow vehicle, trailer, loading conditions, and equipment manufacturer’s requirements.
Trailer Brake Controller Installation
Electric trailer brakes require an appropriate brake controller and properly functioning electrical connections.
California RV Specialists installs and services select trailer brake controllers and related towing electrical equipment.
Depending on the vehicle and application, services may include:
- Trailer brake controller installation
- Brake controller setup
- 7-way trailer connector installation
- Trailer electrical connections
- Wiring inspection
- Connector replacement
- Towing electrical troubleshooting
7-Way Trailer Wiring & Connections
The 7-way connection between the tow vehicle and trailer can provide circuits for trailer lighting, electric brakes, auxiliary power, and other towing functions depending on the application.
We can inspect, install, repair, and replace many common towing electrical connections.
If you’re experiencing intermittent trailer lights, brake controller concerns, damaged connectors, corrosion, or connection problems, our technicians can evaluate the system.
Tow Vehicle Suspension Upgrades
Depending on the tow vehicle and application, select suspension upgrades may help address vehicle ride characteristics or support the vehicle when carrying permitted loads.
California RV Specialists installs select tow vehicle suspension products including:
- SumoSprings
- Air spring systems
- Select suspension enhancement products
Suspension products do not increase the manufacturer’s GVWR, payload capacity, GAWR, GCWR, or tow rating.
The vehicle and towing combination must remain within all applicable manufacturer ratings.
New Truck & Trailer Setup
Did you purchase a new truck or change trailers?
Changing either side of the towing combination may mean your existing towing equipment needs to be reevaluated.
We can help inspect and evaluate accessible towing equipment such as:
- Receiver hitch
- Ball mount
- Hitch ball
- Weight-distribution system
- Brake controller
- 7-way connection
- Safety connections
- Tow vehicle suspension equipment
- Existing towing accessories
If new equipment or adjustments are recommended, our team can discuss available options.
Purchased a Used Trailer?
If you’ve purchased a used travel trailer, toy hauler, horse trailer, or other towable trailer, the existing hitch equipment may have been configured for a different tow vehicle.
Before assuming the previous owner’s towing setup is appropriate for your vehicle, consider having the equipment inspected and evaluated.
Signs Your Towing Setup Should Be Inspected
Consider having your trailer towing equipment evaluated if:
- You purchased a new tow vehicle
- You purchased a different trailer
- You’re using a previously owned hitch
- Your trailer doesn’t appear level while towing
- Your tow vehicle has excessive rear suspension squat
- Your weight-distribution hitch hasn’t been adjusted recently
- The trailer feels different than it previously did
- Hitch components are worn or damaged
- Your brake controller isn’t operating properly
- Your 7-way connection is damaged or intermittent
- You’re unsure whether your existing equipment is appropriate for the application
Changes in trailer loading can also affect towing characteristics and hitch setup.
Hitch Inspection & Maintenance
Already have your towing equipment installed?
California RV Specialists also provides hitch inspection and maintenance for many existing towing systems.
We can inspect accessible hitch components for signs of wear, damage, looseness, corrosion, missing components, and maintenance needs.
Trailer & Tow Vehicle Upgrades
In addition to towing equipment, California RV Specialists provides select truck and tow vehicle accessory installation, including:
- Hitches
- Brake controllers
- Towing electrical
- Suspension upgrades
- Air spring systems
- SumoSprings
- Running boards and steps
- Tonneau covers
- Cameras
- Lighting
- Winches
- Towing accessories
Our truck and tow vehicle services focus on towing equipment, accessories, and select upgrades. We do not perform general automotive engine, transmission, or drivetrain repairs.
Schedule a Trailer Towing Setup Appointment
Whether you’re setting up a new truck and trailer combination or want us to evaluate your existing towing equipment, contact California RV Specialists.
When contacting us, please provide:
Tow Vehicle: Year, make, model, and configuration
Trailer: Year, manufacturer, model, and type
Existing Hitch: Manufacturer and model, if known
Pictures of your truck, trailer, hitch, and existing towing 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 TOWING SETUP APPOINTMENT
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you help set up my truck to tow a travel trailer?
Yes. Depending on the truck and trailer, we can assist with hitches, weight-distribution equipment, brake controllers, 7-way connections, select suspension upgrades, and other towing equipment.
Do you install weight-distribution hitches?
Yes. We install and set up many weight-distribution hitch systems depending on the tow vehicle, trailer, and application.
Can you adjust my existing weight-distribution hitch?
Yes, depending on the hitch and its condition. If you’ve changed tow vehicles, trailers, loading, or hitch components, the system may need to be reevaluated.
Do you install trailer brake controllers?
Yes. We install select trailer brake controllers and related towing electrical equipment.
Do you install 7-way trailer plugs?
Yes. California RV Specialists provides select 7-way trailer connector installation, replacement, inspection, and electrical troubleshooting.
Can suspension upgrades increase how much my truck can tow?
No. Suspension upgrades and towing accessories do not increase the vehicle manufacturer’s GVWR, payload capacity, GAWR, GCWR, or tow rating.
Can you tell me how much my truck can tow?
Vehicle towing and payload ratings should be verified using the vehicle manufacturer’s information for the specific vehicle configuration. We can help evaluate towing equipment, but we do not alter or increase manufacturer vehicle ratings.
Do you work on horse trailer towing setups?
Yes. We provide select hitch, towing equipment, electrical, brake controller, and tow vehicle accessory services for horse trailer applications.
Important: California RV Specialists provides towing equipment inspection, installation, adjustment, and related services within the scope of the requested work. Vehicle and trailer capacities, compatibility, loading, and towing procedures must remain within applicable vehicle, trailer, hitch, tire, and equipment manufacturer ratings and requirements. Towing equipment or suspension upgrades do not increase manufacturer-established vehicle weight or towing ratings.