Rigid Hitch Blog
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Learn MoreLabor Day is one of the last big RV travel weekends of summer, which means plenty of motorhomes and towed vehicles will be on the road. Last year, the RV Industry Association reported that more than 7.4 million Americans planned to take an RV trip over Labor Day Weekend.
A few checks before departure can help you catch worn parts, incorrect connections, or compatibility issues before they affect your trip. For flat towing, where a motorhome tows another vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, pay close attention to the entire connection between the RV and the towed vehicle.
1. Confirm Your Vehicle Is Ready for Flat Towing
Start with the towed vehicle’s owner’s manual. Confirm that your exact year, make, model, drivetrain, and configuration can be flat towed. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions
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Learn MoreChoosing the right weight distribution hitch (WDH) is one of the most important steps in creating a safe, stable towing setup. Blue Ox offers two leading systems, TrackPro and SwayPro, each providing weight distribution plus sway control. While both improve balance and handling, they differ in how they manage sway and what that means for your towing experience.
This guide explains the core differences, benefits, and ideal use cases for each, helping you choose the best system for your RV, trailer, vehicle, and road conditions.
What Weight Distribution Hitches Do (and Why It Matters)
A WDH redistributes tongue weight across your tow vehicle and trailer
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Learn MoreOur 4-Flat wiring diagram will help you wire your trailer. The diagram depicts the placement of the white, brown, yellow, and green wires. We have also noted the added blue wire color for a 5-Way Flat Connector.
