Essential item for all caravans with the alko antisway stabilizing coupling. These cm trailers towballs are especially designed to be used on nz fixed tongue 75mm wide these 50mm towballs and locking plates are a manufacturers madatory requirement for use with the imported european caravans fitted with the alko aks stabiliser couplings. In passing, for owners of vintage caravans or older, cosseted, handed down through the family caravans, problems arise because the chassis height was lower in those days, hence the hitch height was lower. And you can purchase any of these in the comforts of. Towball weight and trailer stability outback travel australia. Sep 16, 2014 its very important if you have an alko stabilser hitch to have a alko towball.
To ensure safe travel and safe coupling using alko stabilisers, the following. There must be a minimum of 60mm depth from the centre of the towball to the. This enables caravans and trailers of all styles to handle australias. Stabilisers, trailers, cycle carriers, bumper protectors and others are all mounted between the towbar and ball. Please be aware that an alko hitch needs an alko compatible. The adjuster screw on an alko tow ball coupling is designed to minimise the design clearance of the tow ball within the coupling socket. It encourages the interchange of views on the merits of models of caravan, makes of tow car, accessories, caravan sites, caravan clubs, and other related topics. Oct 02, 2010 the eu regs are designed to reduce the possibility of a mismatch between tow ball height and the trailer hitch, by setting a standardised range of loaded tow ball heights. This is for alko stabilisers as apposed to couplin g head s there must be enough. Brand new alko ratchet jockey wheel and ratchet handle. On this page you will find a wide range of tow ball and towing accessories from a new tow ball to drop plates, towball spacers to hi tensile bolts. With advancing technology, the use of alko esc and dexter dsc. Mike, just been out and measured them, alko tow ball sticks out an extra 2cm and is 2cm taller.
The alko aks tow ball retention plate is designed to stop rotation of your towball ball. Fitting a spacer will not make any difference regarding the tow hitch fitting correctly and may put an extra unacceptable strain on your towbar. Alko alko style towball for aks caravan stabiliser hitches. Our antiskid clutch systems aks 0, 3004 and 3504 offer even more safety. Lawn tractors and ride on mowers built by the experts alko. Height of tow vehicles ball centre above ground is specified to be between 350mm and 420mm when laden. Towing speed is the main reason for the difference and that makes the australian practice something of a misfit, allan whiting from outback travel australia reports. Trailer hitch centre height should be 385 to 455 mm also when laden. Rv warehouse was established in 2007 and are specialists in caravan repairs, caravan servicing and accessory installations. On road, this arrangement can cause trailer sway, reduced steering and braking responsiveness and misaligned headlamps. Suitable for use with a 75mm wide lug type tow bar, it fits between your ball and the tow bar tongue. Alko australia mid height 50mm towball and locking plate, only to be used on caravans fitted with electric drum brakes and the winterhoff ws3000 couplings company about us. Alko towball cover with reflector alko part number 585208. Provides clearance for caravan couplings with integral stabilizer alko and winterhoff.
This ball should always be used if an alko stabiliser coupling is fitted to the trailer. Drivers with diesel fuelled cars should ensure their towballs are cleaned regu. In all instances it is imperative that the correct towball height specification is met. This 50mm, high reach tow ball from maypole, provides clearance for caravan couplings with integral stabilisers. In europe the tow ball height and trailer hitch height are covered by ec directive 9420ec titled. You may be on this page looking for alko hitch spares be that something as simple but essential as a bolt for your alko hitch damper or a drawbar gaiter for your alko hitch. Like a seesaw, this weight transfer causes the front suspension to lift. Mar 16, 2018 this is just a quick video as we have seen that in many facebook groups that people are unaware of what to do when you purchase a brand new tow bar for your vehicle. And you can purchase any of these in the comforts of your home with our click and collect website. This towball cover has been designed to fit the extended body of the alko towball and will help to keep the towball clean and free of grease. The eu regs are designed to reduce the possibility of a mismatch between tow ball height and the trailer hitch, by setting a standardised range of loaded tow ball heights. The tow ball will be compatible with alko and winterhoff hitches and is suitable for towing with nose weights of up to 350kg. The company is best known for its high quality running gear range, including axles, brakes and suspension products. The cutting height can be adjusted centrally from 20 mm to 80 mm in 6 stages.
But the down ball load rating decreases, to 180kgs, when towing a trailer over 2,500kg. Fits into the ball socket on your trailer coupling, preventing your trailer from getting hitched to a vehicle. If you have an alko hitch, measure to the centre of the red dot on the side of where the tow ball sits as this is roughly within a couple of millimetres of the centre of the tow ball if its between 385mm and 455mm you are ok. Towball heights pf jones witter tow bars, westfalia towbars. If you have a tow vehicle with soft rear suspension, fit adjustable pressure airbags so it sits level before the van is attached. With a solo by alko lawn tractor, you experience an emotional experience. Brand new genuine alko stabiliser alko towball alko. The alko towball type has a slightly extended neck compared with a standard 50mm ball, to give clearance for the stabiliser head. Alko high rise towball, towball, coupling, plunger coupling, lever coupling, off road coupling, over ride brake coupling, electric brake coupling. Similar to our towball boot the alko towball cover is designed for any flange towbar with a z towball attached, which will be used to tow anything with an alko stabiliser. Understanding all about tow ball height caravan chronicles.
It encourages the interchange of views on the merits of models of caravan, makes of tow car, accessories. The comprehensive vehicle technology catalogue is alko. Mechanical coupling devices of motor vehicles and their trailers and their attachment to those vehicles annex vii section 2. The difference between a towball height of 510mm on a long suspension travel vehicle and a fully laden caravan or trailer with a coupling height of 385 will be 125mm. Ball couplings are by far the most common form of hitch used to. To correctly set a caravan for towing, use a heightadjustable hitch picture 01. Alko towball cover available at caravan accessory shop. Towbar types towbarsuk the uks premium and leading tow. As for damage to a a frame covers etc, provided the car is to spec, then that is down to the driver. Ok, i bought my 2001 td4 in january, hence i havent towed the caravan with it yet, my caravan has an alko stabiliser as well, my td4 has a standard tow ball with about 12 spacer behind it, will i have clearance problems with the standard tow ball and stabiliser. These monitors need to be visible whilst you are driving and indicate. The compact entrylevel lawn tractor from the comfort line with a cutting width of 93 cm, is perfect for efficiently and quickly mowing medium sized gardens.
Step by step guide to perfectly hitch up your caravan published in caravan guard news, caravanning top tips, videos on 24072017 71 comments a correctly connected tow vehicle and caravan will make sure you have a stress free journey as well as minimising the risk of any towing related incidents, such as detachments. This will give as much as 300mm in height variation by having it inserted into the receiver hitch, or rotated 180. According to the australian design rules, the tow ball height should be anywhere between 350 mm and 460 mm from the ground. The difference between a towball height of 510mm on a long suspension travel vehicle and a fully laden caravan or trailer with a. I checked witter web site and they state as link, that shows my tow bar specs which is right. Towballs and hitch couplings for your caravan or trailer. Here are seven laws that affect your driving when towing a trailer that you may. This provides optimum towball weight under situations where the load centre is varied. Its very important if you have an alko stabilser hitch to have a alko towball.
Genuine alko towball this towball is manufactured by alko and machined to allow free articulation of the coupling head. Why do the aussies and yanks insist on 1015percent towball weight, while the europeans are content with around six percent. Colours vary, do not buy this item if you are unhappy of receiving a different colour than what is advertised. Achieve optimum towing security with this 50mm aks anitrotation tow ball from alko, featuring a hig rise design and coming in smooth black. A standard towball should not be used with any alko hitch stabiliser as the design of the alko hitch requires a greater height under the actual ball. The dixon bate and bradley ranges of towing components are part of the extensive range of products from alko.
If the caravan is level or slightly nose down and the tow ball height is within limits, everything should be ok. Once loaded, adjust the caravan so it is level using the jockey wheel and measure the height of the hitch. Aks antirotation 50mm tow ball plate for lug type tow bar 75mm wide. The fixed swan neck towbar is compatible for use with an alko stabiliser. Alko spares parts you can find alko brake drums, corner steadies and pressure pads for you alko caravan chassis accessories.
Aug 22, 2012 reading this thread its stated that the tow ball height should be between 395 465 above the ground, my tow bar witter just reaches the lower figure unloaded. It is not a removable type towbar, but its versatility allows for many types of tow ball mounted accessories. Towing accessories such as tow strap, tow rope, tow ball mounts, tow ball spanner, trailer couplings, trailer bearings, trailer hub kits, jockey wheel, wheel clamps, u bolts, towing mirror and tow hitches are available. Put a leg down at front if you need to adjust jockey wheel to allow more height to fit over tow bar. Maypole high reach towball 50mm tow ball leisureshopdirect. Make sure your next journey with your caravan or trailer is stressfree with an allko hitch from this range of mobile and touring caravan parts. The difference between a towball height of 350mm and a vehicle fully laden with a coupling height of 510mm on an unladen caravan or trailer is 170mm. The height of the towbar directly affects the vehicles towing capacity. Why do the aussies and yanks insist on 1015percent towball weight, while the. The universal coupling combines a separate 50mm ball and. Cast from robust, black finished steel this tow ball will be durable and reliable when towing your caravan or trailer.
Alko aks high rise 50mm tow ball outback equipment. Reading this thread its stated that the tow ball height should be between 395 465 above the ground, my tow bar witter just reaches the lower figure unloaded. Alko aks tow ball retention plate caravan rv camping. Alko stablizer towball access helpadvice landyzone.
The tow ball will be compatible with alko and winterhoff hitches and is. Step by step guide to perfectly hitch up your caravan. If your daughter does get an alko ball, she will need a specific tow ball cover. The adjuster is not designed to compensate for a tow ball that is under size. When coupled to a vehicle, the trailers total ball weight is applied directly onto the rear of the vehicle between the rear axle and tow ball. We stock alko towballs, eu approved high reach towball fittings and couplings. A selection of towballs and hitch couplings for you caravan. Very good product, but dont hide the mounting screws down inside one of the sockets. The coupling establishes the connection between the towing vehicle and the trailer. Careful attention should be paid to the ball size in the case of excessive wear. The tow ball is bolted onto the towbar with two 24mm bolts, although some variations have four bolts. Whilst the tow ball may be different to most, it is necessary for my vans coupling, as with all tow balls they need to be replaced intermittently for safety and in the case of the alko coupling stability. Caravansplus alko aks towball retention plate tow ball.
Jun 15, 2011 to correctly set a caravan for towing, use a heightadjustable hitch picture 01. Alko towball for caravan stabiliser hitch towsure brand. Bosch, alko and dexter have introduced esc systems down under. As for damage to a a frame covers etc, provided the car is to spec, then that is down to the driver not reading the road ahead properly. This is just a quick video as we have seen that in many facebook groups that people are unaware of what to do when you purchase a brand new tow bar for your vehicle. How to guide accessories witter towbars uk tow bar fitters. This alko compatible towball is suitable for all alko stabiliser hitches and suits a standard flanged towbar, mounted with 2 x m16 24mm spanner bolts. Removable towbars are popular among drivers who dont want the aesthetics of. Our swan neck towball cover provides protection of the towball for any swan neck towbar. Alko international pty ltd manufactures, markets and distributes a comprehensive range of products for the trailer, caravan and rv markets in australia and new zealand. The image shown is for illustration only and the actual cover may vary in appearance slightly. Jul 28, 2010 if the caravan is level or slightly nose down and the tow ball height is within limits, everything should be ok. With the tow ball now beneath the hitch of the caravan its time to start.
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