Towbar Electrics
Towbar electrics & wiring by the experts in Leeds
You can count on the experienced team at International Towbars to ensure that the Towbar electrics are safely installed.
Bypass electrics versus Vehicle Specific Kit (VSK)
In the old days, it was very simple, there was just the aftermarket wring kit available (Bypass Kit) but now you can have the manufacturers own Vehicle Specific Kit fitted (VSK).
A VSK will integrate with the vehicle systems to activate the dash trailer warning light, deactivate parking aids and the rear fog lamps when towing, it can also initiate vehicle systems such-as the trailer stability control program, suspension settings, traction control and anti-lock braking.
The Bypass Kit is a more basic system making it ideal for older vehicles and vehicles with basic technology. The Bypass Kit is soldered in place or mechanically locked to a feed, it doesn’t integrate with any of the vehicles systems other-than to provide a synchronised lighting out-put, It is up to you to decide what features you want from your Towing Electrics. It might be the case that the car manufacturer recommends that the vehicle specific kit is fitted, vehicles that are under a manufacturer warranty may also require you to fit a VSK in order to comply with warranty conditions. Regardless what system you opted for all wring installations are guaranteed for 12 months and completed to the highest standard.
Top quality electric kits fitted at the best prices
Probably the main concern of today’s customer is price, Vehicle Specific Kits have more features so can be quite expensive, and because most cars now have computer-controlled electronics (CAN Bus) that needs to be protected, we would generally recommend that a VSK is fitted in order for everything to function correctly, but that doesn’t mean that a Bypass Kit can’t be used on a modern car, the Bypass kits include protective relays (multiplex relays) to ensure the electrics on the car are not affected by its operation.
So, whether you want a BMW Towbar with Vehicle Specific wring Kit, or a Vauxall Towbar with the cheaper Bypass Kit, the electrical system on the car will be protected. Call or email us for a quote and we can guide you on the Towbar Electrics that will suit your needs.
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International Towbars
Unit 5,
Castleton Close,
Armley Road,
Leeds,
LS12 2DS
Tel: 0113 243 0076
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