Conversion to UK towing spec

[maxmccoll]

I have just bought a 1978 Ambassador imported and still with original USA running and towing gear. I want to convert for UK towing. Can anyone give me advice or details? Thanks...

[2airishuman]

hi max welcome the the big dance...

there is a full forum on global streams and global streamer needs...

http://www.airforums.com/forums/f341/

and i see a few threads which may help.

and many of those regular euro members might be able to help you with specifics.

at least they'll be reading/replying from the same time zone.

cheers
2air'

[WK57ABF]

Hi maxmccoll

Welcome to the forums from another UK streamer.

My advice would be don't bother to convert to UK towing spec's, just purchase a 2.5/16" hitch ball with a 1.1/4" or 1" dia shaft to fit your tow vehicle hitch. RV Spares, Accessories, Parts and Servicing - Star Spangled Spanner, who are in North Yorkshire, can supply these.

Post again if you need electric brake info.

John in the UK

[maxmccoll]

Thanks John. But don't the existing brakes need a vac link in the tow vehicle? Are you able to give me a spec for brake conversion?

[WK57ABF]

maxmccoll,

Just wire up a brake controller in your tow vehicle and change the hitch ball from 50mm - that's the conversion done. We use a Hayes Genesis brake controller. Keep the American system on your outfit, it's far better than ours.

I see you are in Shropshire, we are camped at the Caravan Club site at Lady Margaret's Park, Chirk until Sunday 18 October. Come on over and I can go right through the system with you.

John in the UK

[maxmccoll]

OK John. I'll try to get up to Chirk. Have you a mobile number? Max

[WK57ABF]

Max,

I'll send you a private message with mobile phone no.

John in the UK