Loading broken down cars onto a trailer or truck can be very dangerous. Ensure that all the equipment, ramps, winch, handbrake etc is in tip top condition and keep children and small furry animals away.
Many modern cars do not have a fixed towing point, instead they have a screw in towing eye. Unfortunately, after a few years, rust and dirt make it impossible to screw the eye in. In this event, find a secure point underneath the car instead.
The ball joint failed on my transporter, I mean it completely failed and left the wheel hanging at 45 degrees! I had it recovered back but now I just cannot seperate the ball joint from the suspension arm. I have tried hitting it but it is hard to get to, the allen key hex in the head has rounded so...View Entire Thread
A useful list of phone numbers and addresses for Recovery Operators in your neighbourhood. Many of these companies do not have a web presence so you will not find them in the Google search results. Simply scan down the list of names and addresses on the page, select a company near you and give them a ring!
Tranent is a Scottish town situated about 10 miles due east of the City of Edinburgh. Tranent is a very old town and its name is said to mean 'Town on the Stream'. Tranent was originally well known for its mining community however since the downfall of mining the town now serves mainly as a commuter town serving Edinburgh.