Trailer Hitches & Towing Parts

When you’re setting up a towing system, every component has to work together: hitch, wiring, brake controller, and load support. We install and test this gear in our shop so you can match the right equipment to your vehicle without guessing.

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Not sure what you need? You can talk to someone here who’s set these systems up before.

man hooking up weight distribution hitch on trailer.

FIND THE RIGHT HITCH

Trailer Hitches

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CONNECT YOUR WIRING & BRAKES

Wiring & Brake Controllers

COMPLETE YOUR TOWING SETUP

Ball Mounts & Hitch Components

IMPROVE STABILITY & CONTROL

Towing Upgrades & Enhancements

SET UP FLAT TOWING

Tow Bars, Base Plates & Braking Systems

ADD ACCESSORIES & SECURITY

Hitch Accessories

FIND THE RIGHT HITCH

Trailer Hitches

CONNECT YOUR WIRING & BRAKES

Wiring & Brake Controllers

COMPLETE YOUR TOWING SETUP

Ball Mounts & Hitch Components

IMPROVE STABILITY & CONTROL

Towing Upgrades & Enhancements

SET UP FLAT TOWING

Tow Bars, Base Plates & Braking Systems

ADD ACCESSORIES & SECURITY

Hitch Accessories

Top Towing Essentials

TRAILER HITCH

B and W Tow and Stow 3 ball mount in black.

TRAILER HITCH BALL MOUNTS

TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER

Reese Pro Round Bar Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control.

WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION HITCH

Tombren rear suspension enhancement jounce springs.

SUSPENSION ENHANCEMENTS

FIFTH WHEEL HITCH

New Towing Upgrades

REDARC TOW-PRO LINK BLUETOOTH BRAKE CONTROLLER

Demco Recon Stealth Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter.

DEMCO RECON STEALTH GOOSENECK-5TH WHEEL ADAPTER

BulletProof Hitches Road Suppressor Flat Plate Mount.

BULLETPROOF HITCHES ROAD SUPPRESSORS

BTBRV Magnetic Hitch Receiver Reducer Set.

BTBRV HITCH REDUCERS

Curt RVi Series 4 Portable Flat Tow Brake System.

CURT RVI FLAT TOW BRAKE SYSTEMS

TowTether Breakaway Trailer Safety Cable.

TOWTETHER BREAKAWAY SAFETY CABLES

Towing Articles & Help

what to know about weight distribution article with image of weight distribution on trailer.

Best Drop Hitches Money Can Buy article with image of man putting pin in drop hitch.

Is it Legal to Leave my Hitch on my Truck article.

Real Customers. Real Installs. Real Adventures.

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Alex and B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch.

Samuel and Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver.

Daniel and Air Lift Loadlifter Air Bags.

Bill installing Blue Ox Avail Non-Binding Tow Bar.

Lori and T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector

James wiring using a CURT T-Connector Wiring Harness.

Find the Right Towing Gear Without the Guesswork

Setting up a towing system means matching the right hitch, wiring, brake controller, and load support to your vehicle and trailer. Whether you’re pulling a travel trailer, flatbed, or horse trailer, we help you choose equipment that fits and works together.

With over 75 years of helping neighbors get it right, more than 1 million photos and videos, and 35,000+ installs completed in our shop, we don’t just list towing parts. We work with them. If you’re trying to match components or replace part of your setup, we can help you sort out what fits before you order.

How do I choose the right trailer hitch?

Start with your vehicle’s year, make, and model. A custom-fit hitch is designed around your frame and mounting points, so you don’t have to guess. Use the Fitguide to see only the hitches engineered for your vehicle.

How do I pick the right ball mount?

Measure from the ground to the top of your hitch receiver, then measure from the ground to the bottom of your trailer coupler. The difference tells you the rise or drop needed to tow level.

What is the difference between a fifth-wheel hitch and a gooseneck hitch?

Both mount over the rear axle of a truck but connect differently. Fifth-wheel hitches use a kingpin and are common for RV towing because they provide a stable ride. Gooseneck hitches use a ball connection and are often preferred for heavy-duty trailers due to tighter turning clearance.

For a detailed comparison check out Gooseneck vs. 5th-Wheel Trailers to find out which one is right for you.

Do I need a brake controller for my trailer?

If your trailer has electric or electric-over-hydraulic brakes, yes. A brake controller syncs your trailer’s braking with your vehicle.

How can I improve my vehicle’s towing performance and safety?

A few upgrades can help:

Suspension enhancements (air springs or helper springs) help reduce sag and improve handling.
Towing mirrorsimprove visibility and reduce blind spots
Weight distribution systems help balance load and improve control