The hook on the UAZ "Patriot": Purpose and description.

At present, almost every familyhas a personal car. As a rule, owners try to equip the machine with various devices to create as much comfort as possible. However, at the same time, many underestimate the detail such as the towbar. On UAZ "Patriot", for example, the installation of this part can be one of the most effective means for increasing comfort.

What is a towbar?

When it comes to acquiring this part, andalso its installation, most car owners strongly underestimate its importance. Because of this, they prefer to buy the cheapest part, which can be greatly regretted in the future.

What is the hook on the UAZ "Patriot"?The towbar, or as it is also called TSU, is a small detail, which is most often made of metal and has a hook or a metal ball at the end. The installation of this part is most often done under the rear of the car body, on the frame.

How and for what is the towbar installed

How to install the towbar?In order to mount this part, there are two options. The first is welding. This option is more reliable, but less functionality. The second option is fixing the towbar with bolts. In this case, the opposite is true. That is, the strength and reliability of fastening will be reduced, but the functionality will increase.

Direct destination of this detail by manydrivers are perceived only in one sense. This spare part is designed so that in the event of an accident or breakdown it was possible to tow the machine using a cable that is fixed, just on the towbar. It is worth saying that the tow hitch on the UAZ "Patriot", which was installed at the factory, is used by motorists only in this way. However, this, of course, is not the only task that it can perform.

Destination of towbars

There are several additional tasks that can be performed with a towbar:

1. One of the main tasks is the attachment of the trailer.In addition to securing the towing cable, the towbar can also be secured from the trailer. This is done, of course, first of all, in order to increase the amount of transported goods by car at a time. This is very convenient, for example, when moving or for a trip to the sea.
2. In addition, it is possible to use TSU,to transport a variety of equipment. More precisely, a special platform on wheels can be attached to the hitching hook on the UAZ "Patriot", on which you can put a hydroscooter, quad bike or even a small yacht. The only thing that is necessary for this is to choose a suitable platform with the required load capacity and dimensions.
3. You can also transport things like a bicycle.There are special platforms that are attached to the towbar, and on top of them are installed and fixed bicycles. Depending on the needs, you can choose a platform that will transport at one time from two to six vehicles.
4. Protective function.Of course, this part can not be protected from a violent collision. However, to protect the bumper UAZ "Patriot" from small scratches that may appear when parking near the curb, TSU is fully capable. It is worth saying that some drivers are installing this part just in order to get this small fraction of the protective function and keep the rear of the body without damaging about the curb, a small pillar, fencing, etc.

Tools for installation of the TSC

Install this item is quite realisticby hands. All that is needed for this is a few basic tools and the ability to work with them. The first thing you need is a tool for installation. Most often, such a tool is a torque wrench. Also be sure to need tools for lifting the machine (jack). However, this entails a risk, albeit a minimal one. Therefore, it is best to work when lifting the car on a stationary lift or, being in a viewing pit.