Towbar Fitters in Southend-on-Sea Here at ACM Towbars we provide mobile towbar fitting services and more around the Southend-on-Sea area, offering a wide range of towbars including fixed flange ball and detachable flange, so there is bound to be one suitable for your vehicle and load. When choosing a towbar, it is essential that you consider the weight of the load you intend to be towing, including the weight of the trailer, caravan and the contents inside. Our engineers are experts in installing all types of towbar to a wide range of vehicles, including both detachable and fixed swan neck towbars, from only the highest quality brands including Witter and Westfalia.
Our Services Here at ACM Towbars, our towbar fitters provide a wide range of towbar services, and we pride ourselves on giving all of our clients in Southend-on-Sea many options to choose from, including whether you would prefer a fixed or detachable towbar. Providing both supply and installation, we can visit you at your location and offer expert advice on which product would best suit your needs, and advise you whether you need a two bolt or four bolt towbar. Our engineers are not limited to the simple installation of towbars, we can provide a wide range of services and products including:
Bike rack fitting Parking sensors Car alarms Bluetooth phone kits Steps Fixed flange ball Detachable flange Detachable swan neck Fixed swan neck Fixed Flange Ball As the most popular towbar, fixed flange ball towbars consist of a tow ball that is attached to the bar. They are a good choice of towbar as they are very versatile and durable, and are the ideal if you require a towbar for cycle carriers, as they enable you to carry bikes and tow simultaneously, as long as your load falls within the weight limit. They are also a popular choice for towing both caravans and heavy trailers as they have an adjustable height setting and can support heavier loads than other options like the detachable swan neck towbar .
In addition, you can fit a bumper protector at the same time as the towbar, allowing you to protect your paintwork against damage. Our expert towbar fitters have over 20 years of experience in fitting fixed flange ball towbars, and can fit one for you in just a few hours.
Swan Neck Towbars Swan neck towbars are a newer alternative to flange balls, and you can choose between a detachable one and a fitted one. Although swan neck towbars are a good choice if you have a parking sensor fitted, they are not always compatible with every vehicle type. Unlike flange ball towbars, swan neck ones will not trigger any sensors when you are reversing the vehicle, as they have a compact design allowing you to easily access the boot. Although they are usually more expensive than flange towbars, they can be used as a bicycle carrier , however you can't tow a load at the same time as having your bicycle carrier attached.
We offer a range of cycle carriers to our clients around the Southend-on-Sea area, including carriers suitable for towing and carrying bikes at the same time. We can also supply carriers that are suitable for flange ball towbars, so if you are not sure which one you require, contact us today on 07799624119 .
Car Accessories In addition to providing a wide range of towbars to clients all around Southend-on-Sea, we can supply and fit a number of other accessories to improve the functionality of your vehicle. With a number of car alarm systems available to you including audible and silent, you can rest assured that your car will be fully secure. Using alarms from the top brands including Cobra, we offer a complete supply and fit service. Installing Bluetooth to your car can be a good way to communicate whilst driving using a hands-free system whilst staying safe and legal on the roads. Another way to ensure your safety is to get one of our parking sensors installed, to make you fully aware of your surroundings, potentially preventing a collision from occurring.
Laws And Regulations When using towbar to tow a caravan or trailer, you need to ensure you are complying with current legislation, and are fully safe in doing so. There are certain laws about the weight you can legally tow, and these laws differ if you passed your driving test after the 1st of January 1997, so make sure you find out the restrictions before you start towing an unknown load on the roads. When towing heavy loads, you must obtain a C1+E category licence , which will allow you to tow 8.25 tonnes. Your number plate must be fully visible, and should appear on the back of the trailer so you can see it from behind, and some speed restrictions apply as you must not use the fast lane of a motorway or exceed 60 miles per hour.
Driving In Southend-on-Sea Whether you are visiting Southend-on-Sea or live here, we are more than happy to supply and fit you a towbar, a set of steps or sensor system for your vehicle. Situated to the north of the Thames Estuary, Southend-on-Sea is a resort town boasting many features including the famous Southend Pier, and many attractions including the amusement park Adventure Island and Hadleigh Castle. With spectacular views of the coast, this seaside town has many historical spots including the Prittlewell Priory and the Southend Central Museum . Our fully qualified engineers can visit you wherever you are around the Southend-on-Sea area in Essex, and provide you with a tailored supply and fit service, whether you require a fitted or detachable towbar fitting.
Contact Us Today For both fitted and detachable flange ball towbars and swan neck towbars, contact us today to speak to our engineers. Travelling to your location around the Southend-on-Sea area, we can provide you with all the car accessories you need so contact us today for all of your requirements, whether you need steps, car alarms or sensors installing.
Tel: 01708 209300 Mob: 07799 624119 Email: [email protected]