Towbars - help me- i'm a towing novice

[SDH]

Right bought a 4x4 last week, had towbar fitted to it yesterday. Mate at yard is gonna give me a towing lesson tonight. (Am terrified!)

Are towbars supposed to be greased?

I thought they were (seeing as I usually get covered it when unloading my stuff after hitching a lift with someone to show etc)

Also -apart from Halfords- where else can i buy "L" plates from? (for trailer - will magnectic work or do I need tie on?)

 

[Baileyhoss]

yep you will need to grease it, and get a little cover thing to stop the grease wearing off (and onto your nice cream jods)

Most garages stock L plates, test your trailer with a with a fridge magnet to see if you can use the magnetic ones.


Have a look at this website for lots of good advice & tips on checks you should do and wot not.

http://www.ntta.co.uk/law/index.htm

If you're nervous now, just wait till you have your pride and joy munching hay in your rear view mirror.

Don't worry, you'll be fine!

Fi x

 

[rubytwo]

Yes use grease on your towbar otherwise it becomes very difficult attaching your trailer. Not sure if you know about the towing exam you need ot take if you passed you driving test after 97? http://www.equestrian-training.co.uk/towing.htm

 

[SDH]

Thanks guys

Yes I do need to take towing test - hence i need to purchase some L plates.
Gonna practice without the horses tonight ;-)