The upright steel portion of the guideposts on the CE Smith Post-Style Guide-Ons for Boat Trailers # CE27636 is only around 39 inches. The remaining height consists of just the outer layer PVC pipe that slides over the steel posts. With this in mind, you should be able to easily cut down the height on these guide-ons and just replace the top cap once the desired height is reached.
Just keep in mind that doing this will void the warranty of the product. view full answer...
The tire and wheel combinations like # TA24VR are balanced as far as trailer tire balancing goes, which is different from vehicle tire balancing. With trailer wheels and tires, there is a high spot and a low spot that are labled and placed opposite to balance the tire and wheel. There is not turning for trailer tires, so they have a stiff side wall and are balanced differently due to the way they are made. The combinations come ready for you to inflate to max tire pressure and install...nothing... view full answer...
The mirror parts on towing mirror set # KS62093-94G are glass. The upper, larger mirrors are flat glass and the lower, smaller mirrors are convex, blind spot glass. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you. view full answer...
There are a couple of layers of protection between the steel rails in a 5th wheel installation kit such as # C16428-204 and the aluminum bed in the 2017 Ford F-250 4x4 short bed. First, the rails are powder coated so this powder coat is the first layer of protection between the steel rails and aluminum bed.
This kit also comes with galvanic isolation rods that go between the rails and the aluminum bed so that the rails and bed won't be in contact with each other. Take a look at the installation... view full answer...
The Glacier Cable Tire Chains # PW1046, along with all of the Pewag brand chains, are made here in the USA. Their production facility is in Pueblo Colorado. view full answer...
I went out to check on the construction materials of CIPA Top Mounted Blind Spot Mirror # CM49805. I actually needed 2 other opinions because the mirror reflected so well I thought it was glass. But it felt like plastic. Ultimately we determined that it was plastic but a very reflective plastic nonetheless. view full answer...
The Florida Gators receiver cover # CTH4S won't include a hitch receiver lock or hitch pin and clip, but I certainly would recommend one such as the Master Lock # 1480DAT. The pin and clip is part number # PC3 and will fit 2 and 2-1/2 inch receiver hitches.
For 1-1/4 inch receivers the hitch pin and clip # PC2 and hitch receiver lock # e98880 would work great. They both have a pin diameter of a 1/2 inch.
I included a few video reviews for you too. view full answer...
I spoke directly with Dexter, manufacturer of the E-Z Flex Heavy Duty Rubber Suspension System, # K71-653-00. These kits are indeed made in the U.S.A. We carry 3 different kits and I have included a link to them for you along with a link to our FAQ article on double-eye trailer suspension. view full answer...
You are correct. The wires for the light functions in Roadmaster Flexo-Coil Kit # RM-146-7 are 16 gauge and the 12 volt power and ground wires are the larger 14 gauge. I have linked a video review of this product for you. view full answer...
The Replacement Stay-Put Cradle for Thule Parkway and Roadway Bike Carries, # 853-7887, is made of a plastic that is not completely rigid.
The point that connects to the rack is sturdy, but the cradle does have some give to allow for a snug but not too rigid cradle for your bike to rest while mounted to the bike rack. view full answer...
The Adjustable Ball Mount for 2" Hitches part # TK5007 is a great economical adjustable ball mount option. It however is made overseas. If you're looking for USA made you'll have to consider some higher end options. The Gen-Y Rebel X Adjustable Ball Mount part # GY99VR is a great choice made in the USA. It offers up to a 7.5" drop.
I have attached a list of Gen-Y ball mounts which are all made in the USA. view full answer...
The Bulldog Lifelong Trailer Hitch Lock for 2" Hitches - Flush - 2-1/2" Span - Stainless # BD580402, has a rustproof stainless steel construction. I reached out to my contact at Bulldog and he said the ball bearings are made of plated steel because stainless steel likes to bond with stainless steel. The plated steel gives it the ability to function correctly, but he also said lubing them is important to keep them functioning correctly. I've attached some review videos for you. view full answer...
Yes. Rearview mirror # KSRM1300 uses what is called an optical blue lens that reduces glare.
Please note: Flat glass is required for inside rearview mirrors. Convex glass mirrors may be used for off-road driving. In convex mirrors, objects are closer than they appear. view full answer...
I spoke with my contact at BoatBuckle and they told me that the metal components on the BoatBuckle Pro Series Kwik-Lok Transom Tie-Down Straps, part # IMF17632, are made of steel but they are not stainless.
They told me the hook that attaches to the trailer on this system is zinc-coated for corrosion resistance, and the S-hooks are vinyl-coated to protect your boat finish.
We do offer straps that use stainless steel. Part # IMF14256, uses a stainless steel body that resists rust and... view full answer...
I confirmed with Swagman that the Chinook Bike Rack # S64683 is manufactured/assembled in Taiwan. If you are looking for a platform hitch bike rack that is manufactured and assembled in the U.S., I recommend the Saris Freedom Bike Rack for 2 Bikes - 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches # SA4412B or the # SA4412B-FB (with the additional fat bike cradles - up to 5" tires). The Freedom has a 60-pound bike capacity and includes sliding wheel trays let you carry bikes with different wheelbases. Also, the Freedom... view full answer...
The shank portion of the Hidden Hitch # 80248 ball mount is hollow 2 inch steel tube. The ball mount is rated for 3500 lbs towing/350 lbs tongue weight when used in the rise position, or 5000 lbs towing/500 lbs tongue weight when used in the drop position.
You can get a better look at the ball mount by viewing the video I've linked for you. view full answer...