Cost-Effective Trailer Alignment Recommendation

Published 11/09/2023

Question:

Do you have any simple options for lining up my hitch and the trailer? I usually hitch the trailer up by myself and I can get kind of close but the trailer tongue is too heavy so I have to be spot on and that usually takes a few tries. I've seen some backup cameras that look really nice, but I'm not in a place to shell out that kind of money right now so maybe a future upgrade?

asked by: Eli

Expert Reply:

I completely understand where you're coming from, and for your situation I recommend the Performance Tool Vehicle and Trailer Aligner # PTW1276. These extendable rods have magnetic bases and you can either put the foam balls or the LED lights on the rods to make hitching up your trailer easier in the daylight or at night.

For a simple camera upgrade in the future I recommend checking out the Rampage Wireless Backup Camera # RA7710 which is a rechargeable option with a magnetic base, and it pairs with your smart phone to use as a monitor. This means you can keep the camera in your vehicle and then toss it on the back whenever you need to tow your trailer.

expert reply by: Jon G