In this video I’ll show you the steps required to properly connect a tow bar to your vehicle. While I’m using a Blue Ox Ascent tow bar for this demonstration, this method can be used with most tow bars. For detailed information about tow bars and related safety information, click here.
VIDEO: The proper way to connect a tow bar to your vehicle
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Re tow bar connect – how about showing us how to do it with one person, not two.
Good point John…I don’t have to worry about any of this- we just rent. Makes more sense to beat up someone else’s car instead.