Is There a Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler With Built-In Handle for Easy Maneuvering

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Looking for a hitch ball coupler that has a handle not just a lever to lock onto the ball. The handle is also used to lift the trailer tongue and manoeuvre the trailer. Some may it a European style coupler. ? Thank you

asked by: Leo B

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Expert Reply:

I have just what you need. The Trailer Coupler 1-7/8" Ball 3" Channel Tongue part # DL13728 which you could add the Trailer Coupler Grip Handle by Dutton-Lainson part # DL13350 to in order to help maneuver the trailer. I am not aware of any one piece coupler/handle combo but the above will work perfectly for you.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

Ideally, you want the coupler sitting flat in direct contact with the top of the trailer tongue. If the gap between the bottom inside of the coupler and the trailer tongue is pretty minimal, say 1/16 of an inch or less, having it the way it is would…

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Answer 2

We have a few different round tube mount couplers that might work for you. If the tube has a 1-3/4 inch diameter we have 4 options: #BD028381 is rated for 7,000 pounds and fits a 2 inch ball #BD028242 is rated for 5,000 pounds and fits a 2 inch ball…

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Answer 3

I am certainly glad you are taking safety into consideration when trying to choose your coupler, although none of the Demco couplers would be considered "safer" than the others you mentioned. Among the Demco Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler -…

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Yes, the Sleeve-Lock Trailer Coupler #CTA-196 will fit the channel bracket that comes with the Brophy Lunette Ring w/ 3-Position Adjustable Channel Bracket #BR43ZR. The bolt holes match as well when it comes to size and spacing so you'll be good…

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Answer 5

Instead of using the Hydraulic Brake Kit #AKFBBRK-35-D which requires using 14"-16" wheels you should use the Dexter Galphorite Free-Backing Hydraulic Trailer Brake Assembly Right #T4423400 and Left #T4423500. These will fit with your…

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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

I would use a protractor, see photo, place the protractor on the edge of the inside of one side of the trailer frame and the other inside edge of the trailer frame should be parallel with the 50 degree line on the protractor. Another way to verify…

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Answer 8

The Dexter Electric Trailer Brake Kit #23-105-106 are a replacement set for the 023-358-00. This kit includes a right and left brake assembly that is manually adjustable. I recommend the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust Electric Trailer Brake Kit #23-458-459 as…

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Answer 9

On a 7 pin round which is the common connection on a semi trailer, the clearance/marker lights are at the 10 o clock position when you look at the trailer wiring connection. When looking at the connector on the back of the truck, that will put the…

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