The History Of NY-NJ Trailer Supply

Founded August 1936, New York Trailer Builders Supply occupied a small 20 by 90 space at 229 west 59^th street in NYC. The second floor storefront allowed customers easy walk in access to trailer parts and accessories from manufacturers such as Hammerblow, Atwood Vacuum Machine Co., the Barnes Co., and the Stawsine Co.

As years passed, wartime necessity caused manufacturers like Specialty Auto, the parent company of New York Trailer Builder Supply, to focus on government contracts. These companies began to distribute tools and hydraulic equipment, in both public and military markets. Post World War 2, N.Y. Trailers was able to turn its attention back to trailers and walk in customers. When the Croft CO. of Tacoma, Washington pitched their bumper hitch, New York Trailer Builders Supply instantly became an authorized dealer for a number of years. With advancements in technology and increased safety New York Trailer Builders Supply was forced to seek out a new manufacturer. In 1946 Drawtite MFG Co. arrived with a well-constructed chrome plated permanent mount hitch. Custom applications allowed for a wider variety of models and ease of installation. Solid manufacturing and consistent production allowed the company to develop further and expand their operation.

Expansion was necessary as other manufacturers like Fulton, Reese and Kelsey-Hayes began to flood the market with quality products. In 1984, larger storage requirements moved the business across the Hudson to New Jersey settling at 1401 Route 23 south in Butler. The store was renamed NY-NJ Trailer Supply and is still today an authorized Drawtite distributor.

With a 6,000 square foot facility, NY-NJ Trailer Supply is able to stock a wide variety of trailer hitches, parts, and accessories. A fully functional garage allows for quick installation of hitches and the ability to service various types of trailers, including large open, enclosed and boat trailers.