Towing Tools

Every heavy-duty tow operator should own a pair of these U-Bolt Lifting Attachments from AW Direct. This high-carbon steel attachment is designed for faster and easier rear hook-ups on medium- and heavy-duty trucks. The beveled receiver acts as a funnel to guide the U-bolt and nut from the spring saddle onto the fork. The extra height of 5" extender allows you to stay clear of air brake and air suspension parts. The shaft is three inches tall and has a diameter of 2". The diameter of the beveled guide on the attachment is 1-7/8".

This air connector assembly is designed for endless truck makes and models. Simply remove the OEM air compressor supply line from the air dryer and replace it with this connector - supplying air directly to the system.

Easily recover heavy-duty trucks by turning your underlift stinger into a truck bar with this Chain Fork. Made from high-tensile steel and machined from a solid bar for extreme strength and durability. Grooved to accept 1/2" and 5/8" chains.

Heavy-duty towing operators won't regret owning a pair of these AW Direct Elite Series Riser Attachments. This riser is extremely useful when towing more modern trucks with the low-clearance valances as well as low oil pans commonly found on trucks with Detroit Diesel engines. Once the underreach clears any front pick obstacles like factory valances, aftermarket bumpers and low oil pans, simply place the riser in the fork receiver and continue to use any of your favorite forks in your toolbox.

The Super Duty Axle Fork lifts any 2002+ Ford Super Duty with round front axles. The fork features a 2"D x 4"H shaft which fits any 2"-dia. receiver hole. Made from high-tensile steel for strength and durability.

The pivoting head on this Self-Aligning Spring Fork adjusts to fit spring assemblies on towed vehicles. Fork features a pre-drilled, four-hole pattern to give the lock pin a tight fit on any vehicle. Standard 2" shaft fits most stingers.

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AW Direct provides a replacement dual fork receivers.

• Hole Diameter: 2-3/16"
• Fits 5x5 or 6x4 Crossbars
• Adjusts to any width along the crossbar
• Receivers can be flipped for additional height
• Two fork holes on receivers for more finite adjustments
• Receivers held firmly in place with a T-handled bolt
• Sold in Pairs

The AW Direct Elite Series U-Bolt Attachment makes towing road tractors from the rear a cinch. The beveled design of the opening helps guide the u-bolt and nut from the rear spring assembly directly into the attachment. Simply pick the rear axles off the ground, chain up the suspension, securely tie-down the tractor to the wheel-lift and away you go!

Short Forks are used for lifting axles, springs, cross members or chassis frames. Fork features a 2"D x 4"H shaft, which fits any 2" dia. securement slot. Made from high-tensile steel.

Don t leave the shop without this heavy-duty front tow Starter kit from AW Direct. This entry-level package includes a Quick Connect air coupler kit to supply air to brake and suspension components on the disabled truck. The included Miller short tapered axle fork set eliminates double picks by providing just enough axle clearance on the leading edge. This essential kit also includes a pair of medium-duty tie-down straps to secure the front axle to the underlift and a cam-style steering wheel lock to prevent the front wheels from shifting while under tow. See below for kit components and individual part numbers.

This Steertek Axle Fork is designed to work with Hendrickson Steertek axle systems. The fork features a 2"D x 4"H shaft which fits any 2"-dia. receiver hole. Made from high-tensile steel for strength and durability.

The experts at AW Direct have put together this Standard tow kit so you'll be ready to handle your next heavy-duty front tow. This basic package includes the Quick Connect air coupler kit to supply air to brake and suspension components on the disabled truck as well as the SafeAll Brake Assist to help with braking while going down the road. Lastly, this tow kit features a pair of tie-down straps to secure the front axle to the underlift and a cam-style steering wheel lock to prevent the front wheels from shifting while under tow. See below for kit components and individual part numbers.

Short Forks are used for lifting axles, springs, cross members or chassis frames. The fork dimensions are 2.5"W x 3.75"H, which fits any 2.5" dia. securement slot. Made from high-tensile steel.

These tall forks give you plenty of clearance between your crossbar and the bottom of the fork trough so you can access engines with deep oil pans.

These Fork Extenders from AW Direct adds 14" to your underreach to provide clearance around axle housings, steering boxes and off-road axles. This functional, heavy-duty attachment is designed for the left or right side of your lift and fits 4" square crossbars and 2" round axle forks.

AW Direct has thought of everything with its Ultimate heavy-duty front tow kit. This premiere package combines the great benefits of the Optimum and Standard series kits and adds in the tools needed to pull driveshafts, collect axle hub oil and cover axle hubs once the axle has been pulled. The kit also includes the Driveline Buddy to secure the driveshaft for travel, as well as the SafeAll Brake Assist to aid in braking while under tow. Similar to the other systems, this top-end tow kit also features an air coupler kit, a 2" axle fork set, steering wheel lock and underlift tie-down straps. Keep this Ultimate tow kit in your heavy-duty wrecker so it s there when you need it, no matter what challenge lies ahead. See below for kit components and individual part numbers.

The Medium Axle Fork is used on spring, axle, cross member or frame lifts. This fork provides 6-1/2" of clearance between your cross bar and the bottom of the fork trough. 2" dia. x 4"H shaft.

This 2-1/2"W Axle Fork is designed to fit snugly around the axle at the U-bolts on truck chassis like the International 4700-4900 series and similar trucks with 2-1/2" front axle width. Use for lifting at axles, springs, cross members or chassis.

A step up from the Standard HD front tow kit is AW Direct's Optimum front tow kit for heavy-duty trucks. Like the Standard series kit, the Optimum kit includes the Quick Connect air coupler kit to supply air to brake and suspension components as well as the SafeAll Brake Assist to help with braking while going down the road. This tow kit also features a pair of tie-down straps to secure the front axle to the underlift and a cam-style steering wheel lock to prevent the front wheels from shifting while under tow. Lastly, unlike the Standard kit, the Optimum kit includes the Miller short tapered axle fork set with a 2" wide opening to help get under front axles with low-clearance obstructions. See below for kit components and individual part numbers.

The Medium Axle Fork is used on spring, axle, cross member or frame lifts. This fork provides 6-1/2" of clearance between your cross bar and the bottom of the fork trough. 2" dia. x 4"H shaft.

The 8" stinger-to-trough clearance allows you to avoid air bags and low-mounted light brackets for an easy lift.

This unique Bus Fork was specifically designed with a 2-1/2" dia. to fit the torsion bar on the front of a motor coach. It provides a snug fit to the bar without denting or crimping it.

Short Forks are used for lifting axles, springs, cross members or chassis frames. Fork features a 2"D x 4"H shaft, which fits any 2" dia. securement slot. Made from high-tensile steel.

These tall forks give you plenty of clearance between your crossbar and the bottom of the fork trough so you can access engines with deep oil pans.

This 90 degree elbow quick-connect fitting works well with the International Pro Star truck models. It connects to the air supply line on the driver side, inside of the frame rail.

This Volvo Fork is designed to be used on Hendrickson Steertek axle systems. Straps must be used for tie downs instead of chains when using this tool. The fork features a 2"D x 4"H shaft that fits any 2"-dia. receiver hole. Made from high-tensile steel for strength and durability.

This unique Bus Fork was specifically designed with a 2-1/2" dia. to fit the torsion bar on the front of a motor coach. It provides a snug fit to the bar without denting or crimping it.

The 8" stinger-to-trough clearance allows you to avoid air bags and low-mounted light brackets for an easy lift.

These tall forks give you plenty of clearance between your crossbar and the bottom of the fork trough so you can access engines with deep oil pans.