We carry the best Blue Ox Tow Bars on the market at Vancouver Axle & Frame!
But don’t just take our word for it:
How to Choose a Tow bar
From covered wagons to Airstreams, recreational vehicles or RV’s have come a long way in terms of comfort and convenience. Some RV’s come equipped with well-appointed, modern kitchens, while others offer state-of-the-art media technology. These days, most can even tow a car — an advantage which cannot be overstated when you’re on the open road but need to quickly dash to the supermarket for supplies, or if you wish to check out a place of interest without convenient RV parking.
Vehicles can be towed using a tow dolly or tow trailer, but both of these options take up a lot of space. Tow bars offer a more convenient alternative. Lightweight and easy to store, tow bars link your RV to your vehicle and allow you to conveniently flat tow your vehicle no matter the time or the place.
Tow Bar Mounting Options
Tow bars come in 2 mounting options: RV-mounted and car-mounted.
RV-mounted tow bars insert into your RV’s trailer hitch receiver and remain mounted on your RV. Because RV-mounted tow bars insert directly into your RV’s trailer hitch received, there’s no need for a coupler. Effectively, this means there’s one less spot for your towing system to become uncoupled! Generally speaking, RV-mounted tow bars offer an incredibly sturdy, stable and safe connection.
Car-mounted tow bars function the same as a conventional trailer by attaching to the trailer hitch ball on your RV with an integrated coupler. Car-mounted tow bars are relatively affordable and are ideal for the casual RVer.
Regardless of model, manufacturer or mounting option, all tow bars function the same. Ultimately, the quality of a tow bar depends on its design and towing capacity.
Blue Ox Tow Bars
At Vancouver Axle and Frame, we proudly sell Blue Ox tow bars. Blue Ox is a leader in recreational and commercial vehicle towing, offering quality aftermarket towing products that are not only rigorously safe, but easy to install.
Our selection of premier Blue Ox tow bars include the following stellar products:
Blue Ox Alpha – With a tow capacity of up to 6,500 lbs, the Blue Ox Alpha is steel-constructed and easily detaches from a vehicle baseplate with 2 pins.
Blue Ox Avail – Specifically designed for wide or narrow vehicles, the Blue Ox Avail has improved turning radius and better cornering, as well as a revolutionary “latch” design. The Blue Ox Avail can easily tow up to 10,000 lbs.
Blue Ox Ascent – Weighing 31 lbs with a 7,500 lb towing capacity, the Blue Ox Ascent can help you maneuver tight corners with ease. The Ascent is the newest member of the Blue Ox towing line with upgraded amenities such as offset triple lugs that make unhooking simple, rubber boots to prevent dirt and grime build up, and a beautiful, diamond vogel metallic coat.
Unsure which tow bar is right for your towing application? Consider both the type and weight of the vehicle you’re towing. A lighter tow capacity tow bar is sufficient for smaller vehicles. But opt for a tow bar with a higher towing capacity if you plan to tow a truck.
Choose Vancouver Axle and Frame
If you’d like to buy a Blue Ox tow bar or have it safely installed, call the experts at Vancouver Axle and Frame. We offer unparalleled customer service and convenient hours for the amateur and seasoned RVer. Contact one of our customer service experts today to learn more about Blue Ox tow bars.
Contact us to book your preventative maintenance appointment today >
Or call now (604) 882-5112
Preventing an RV Tire Blowout
Nothing disrupts a voyage quite like an RV blowout. While RV and trailer tires typically last for about six years, there are countless factors that can shorten that estimation. A few significant, yet often overlooked, factors are vehicle alignment, hardware adjustment, and vehicle storage. Neglecting any of these necessities can cause tire wear and scary blow-outs, such as the one shown in this video:
All it takes is a little preventative maintenance to keep the good times rolling, and that is what Vancouver Axle & Frame does best. Since 1959, we have successfully serviced and repaired RVs, trailers, and a variety of other vehicles. Our long tradition of excellence and proven reliability makes VanAxle the logical choice to get your vehicle aligned, equipped with the best hardware, and ready to hit the open road.
Vehicle Alignment
Having your RV or trailer aligned is not only crucial in avoiding a battle for control on the road, but also necessary for keeping your tires in the best shape possible. When a vehicle’s suspension becomes misaligned, weight is abnormally shifted across the tires, creating more heat which can result in wear and, ultimately, blow-out.
Besides tire wear, you can look for other signs that your RV or trailer needs an alignment.
Common signs include:
- Excessive vibration
- Lower gas mileage
- Abnormal noises during braking or acceleration
- Steering feels “loose”
A quality wheel alignment requires precision. That’s why VanAxle utilizes Beeline laser wheel alignment equipment. Beeline is the best of the best and assures a perfect alignment to every vehicle every time.
Hardware Adjustment
During an alignment, our technicians will get a good look at the axle and suspension hardware of your RV or trailer. If any pieces need adjusting or replacing, the alignment process is the perfect time to do it.
The most common pieces of hardware that require attention include:
- Bushings
- Leaf springs
- Air ride suspension systems
- Shocks
- Pins
- Equalizers
High quality suspension hardware will keep your vehicle aligned and your tires safe. For this reason, the skilled mechanics at VanAxle will ensure that pins and equalizers are adequately greased, and that pins and bushings are made from bronze or copper instead of the less-durable plastic.
Proper Storage
Properly storing your RV or trailer is essential to keeping tires in tip-top shape. Best of all, once this routine storage maintenance is completed once, you can “set it and forget it” until you’re ready to travel.
For the best results of tire storage, follow these tips:
- Inflate tires to the pressure recommended by the manufacturer for storage
- Clean the tires with soapy water to eliminate degrading road oils
- Unload as much weight as possible from the interior of the vehicle
- If possible, elevate the vehicle on blocks to remove weight from the tires; if not possible, make sure the surface is sturdy, clean, and can easily drain water
- Use a tire cover to protect tires from UV light
- Move the vehicle every three months to prevent cracking and flat spots
Choose Professional Assistance
When you invest in an RV or trailer, you want to protect your investment. At VanAxle, we understand this takes time and energy, and we’re here to help. See why so many vehicle owners partner with us for all types of maintenance and repair.
Contact us to book your preventative maintenance appointment today >
Or call now (604) 882-5112
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