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Right now is the ideal time to start getting your gear ready for adventures, by replacing or upgrading any parts or accessories and learning about the latest RVing tips before heading out on the road. One of the best places to brush up on RVing 101 is at an RV Exhibition. The Puyallup RV Show held at the beginning of...

At Torklift Central we only recommend the best, and when it comes to 5th wheel hitches, there’s nothing better than the PullRite series of hitches! Their new Industry Standard Rail (ISR) Super 5th replaced those clunky, generic fifth wheel hitches on the road today. As an innovation leader in the hitch industry, PullRite has made it easier and cheaper to switch...

Changing the wheel bearings and re-greasing them While it’s understandable that finding time to get a trailer bearing repack done can be tough, we cannot stress how important it is – especially to make sure that you are not broken down on the side of the road somewhere waiting for a tow. At Torklift Central we suggest bringing in...

We know that sometimes it can be hard to remember to bring in your trailers for a trailer bearing repack but we cannot stress enough how important it is. At Torklift Central we suggest bringing in your trailers at least once a year for a trailer safety inspection and bearing repack. Trailer manufacturers recommend this as well. Bearing failure is...

Torklift FastGuns and tie down system are the best combo for your truck camper Can you imagine it: a quiet spot in the woods or at a campground, sitting at a campfire at night enjoying the stars and then being able to sleep on a bed in your truck camper at night. No sleeping on the hard ground getting...

Recently, we had a customer bring a Chevy truck into the shop with unfortunately some extensive rust and damage to his factory hitch. We don’t know the exact circumstances that caused this, but we always suggest having more hitch than you need just in case and never going over your hitch weight rating. That way you know that you have...

Recently in the Torklift Central shop, we had an interesting custom metal fab request from a customer. They asked if we could create a custom hitch and support bar to transport his hang glider! Not one to back down from a challenge, we happily accepted the custom fab job and created exactly what he was looking for! Below are the...

KENT Wash., — The founder of Torklift passed away at the age of 76 the night of Feb. 2, while holding the hand of his son, Jack. Jon Kay founded the family legacy company more than 40 years ago. He told his family shortly before he passed that he wanted to die courageously to be an example for his family...

2017 Torklift tie down fitments are ready to be installed on your new truck! For some of us, all year is camping season and we brave through the snow and frigid temperatures in the early part of the year to enjoy family camping time without all the crowds. Luckily, we have just what you need to take advantage of...

RVing and truck camping is the best way to Get Out and Go where you want. Whether it’s for weeks at a time or just a long weekend, there are plenty of RVs out there to pick between that are perfect for what you need. Why not learn all you can and see all the different types available to you...