Expert Answers about A-Frame Trailer Coupler

• Is Demco eZ-Latch Coupler as Safe as Slide Lock Coupler
• The eZ latch of the Demco 50-Degree A-Frame Trailer Coupler w/ Jack Hole and Anchors, eZ-Latch - 2-5/16" Ball - 21K # DM16680-52 is absolutely just as safe as a slide lock coupler. It doesn't use a pin but still exceeds the SAE J684 safety standards, which are tests for strength and stability attachment so you can absolutely be confident in this coupler and how secure and safe you will be while towing. I have added a link to a video review for you to check out as well of the Demco 50-Degree...
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• Replacement A-Frame Coupler Latch Differences
• The difference in the Repair Kit for Fulton A-Frame Coupler 2-5/16" Ball with Wedge-Latch part # F640801 and the Repair Kit Fulton Wedge-Latch Cast Head Coupler part # F670801 is what couplers they fit. Part number F640801 is designed for use with the standard F44305R0317 and F44305R0500 couplers and the F670801 is for use with the cast iron 44125W and 44150W series couplers
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• Comparing Demco A-Frame Coupler DM37ZR and DM14793-81
• You are correct. Other than how they are made, the Demco Cast Head Coupler w/ Jack Hole - eZ-Latch - 2" Ball - A-Frame - Bolt-On - 10K # DM37ZR and the # DM14793-81 have the same ratings and will work the same. There is no pro or con to either, so I recommend going with the one that is the most cost effective at the time. I included videos of the # DM14793-81 for you to take a look at.
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• What is the Difference Between the Blue Ox BXW0550 and BXW0553
• They do look similar but the # BXW0550 is designed for standard trailer couplers and the # BXW0553 is designed for underslung couplers. In order to make sure this will work for your trailer you'll want to make sure your tongue weight falls between 350-lbs and 550-lbs, has trailer frame height between 3" and 6" and up to 2-5/8" wide. It sounds like your frame is 4" x 4", so you wouldn't want to use the included clamp on chain hangers. Instead of the clamp on hangers you could either use...
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• Comparing Convert-A-Ball to Reese Goose Box 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter
• In a battle of Convert-A-Ball vs Reese Goose Box, in my opinion the Reese Goose Box wins hands down. The Reese Goose Box 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Air Ride Coupler Adapter, # RP94622, replaces the pin box on a trailer and is equipped with a fully enclosed air bag and dual shock absorbers to provide cushion and absorb road shock. This is also the only adapter that is endorsed by Lippert Components Inc. and will not void the warranty on their trailer frames. Goose Box # RP85FR is designed...
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• Tongue Weight Comparison Between Bulldog BX1 and Convert-A-Ball Multi-Cushioned Gooseneck Coupler
• The Bulldog BX1 Gooseneck Coupler Inner Tube, # BD1289050300, offers a maximum vertical load limit, or tongue weight capacity, of 9,000 pounds where as the Convert-A-Ball Multi-Cushioned Gooseneck Trailer Coupler, # CG, has a tongue weight capacity of 4,000 pounds.
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• What is Difference Between Blue Ox Sway Pro and Sway Pro for Underslung Coupler
• The difference is that the Blue Ox Swaypro part # BXW2000 is for standard couplers on trailer frames that attach to the top of the trailer frame and the # BXW2003 is for underslung couplers which attach to the bottom of the frame. Now the specific difference between the kits is that the angle of the head is slightly different where it holds the ball.
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• Why Fulton Fold-Away Coupler Hinge Kit NOT Recommended for Aluminum Trailer Frames
• I spoke with my contact in the Tech Services department at Fulton, who explained that Aluminum trailer frames have a greater wall thickness than a steel frame. The bolts that attach the hinge to the trailer frame have a large diameter shoulder which acts like a rivet, holding the parts together very tightly. Since an aluminum trailer frame has a greater wall thickness, the shoulder won't have contact all the way through the metal, resulting in a looser fit. This is why they don't recommend...
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• How to Get Better Clearance from your Gooseneck Trailer with a B&W Ball and Coupler
• We have a solution for your 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. If you're not getting enough clearance with your B&W gooseneck ball, then one thing you can do is swap out the ball with the B&W 4" Offset Ball, part # BWGNXA4085. This is perfectly compatible with the B&W Turnoverball gooseneck trailer hitches and will give you an additional 4 inches in the back. This may not sound like much, but many times that's all that is needed to ensure everything is clearing correctly. I've linked to a...
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• Comparing Reese Goose Box and Convert-A-Ball Adapter for Short Bed Ford Super Duty
• In regards to the Reese Goose Box 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Air Ride Coupler Adapter part # RP85FR and Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter part # CAB-C5GX1216, there is one very key difference and that is warranty. The pin box replacement would be much more secure than the pin box adapter and will allow you to retain the trailer frame warranty whereas the pin box adapter could void this. Therefore, the pin box adapter is a much better option. It is also not advised to combine...
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• Difference Between 10K Demco eZ-Latch Couplers
• The only differences between the Demco eZ-Latch Couplers # DM37ZR and # DM14793-81 is that the former has integrated loop holes for installing safety chains and a about a 2" drop while the latter doesn't come with provisions for attaching the safety chains and has the coupler in-line with the trailer frame. Aside from that everything else is the same.
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• Mounting Plate Thickness of 5K Round A-Frame Trailer Jack and 2K Ram Round A-Frame Trailer Jack
• I went out to our warehouse for you and measured both the Round A-Frame Trailer Jack part # TJA-5000-B and Ram Round A-Frame Trailer Jack part # TJA-2000-Z, the mounting plates are the same thickness which I measured at 3/16". That said, this isn't really where the jacks capacity comes from but rather the internal mechanism i.e. the jack screw. If you had a failure at the plate then I would suspect an issue with the mounting surface or the weld attaching the jack tube to the mounting plate....
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• Does 2015 Ford F-150 Towing Travel Trailer With 4700lb GVWR Need A Weight Distribution Hitch?
• It is always a good idea to use a weight distribution system when the weight of your trailer exceeds 50% of the weight of your tow vehicle. Since your 2015 Ford F-150 SuperCrew with the 3.5L EcoBoost and Max Trailer tow Package weighs up to 4900lbs depending on the options, and your trailer has a GVWR of 4700lbs a weight distribution hitch would be my recommendation. Starting with a sway control bar option you would need the Reese Friction Sway Control Kit # 83660 which will bolt to...
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• What Are The Quietest A-Frame Electric Trailer Jacks
• There are a number of quiet electric A-frame trailer jacks, although the Stromberg Carlson Electric Trailer Jack # JET-5000 you asked about would not be on the list. That said, you were right on the money with the Bulldog, because their Bulldog Powered Drive Trailer Jack - 22" Lift - 4,000 lbs # BD500199 (Black) or # BD500200 (White) has a powered drive which is going to reduce noise. The other quietest A-frame trailer jack is from Stromberg Carlson, the Stromberg Carlson Electric Trailer...
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• Difference In Draw-Tite Class IV Hitch Compared To Lower Priced Class IV Hitch
• When comparing the Draw-Tite Ultra Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Class IV, part # 41929, to the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Class IV, part # 14361, they are similar, but the new version of the Draw-Tite # 41929 is rated higher. The Draw-Tite Class IV Hitch has a tongue weight capacity of 1,200 pounds and towing capacity of 12,000 pounds. The Curt Class IV Hitch has a tongue weight capacity of 1,000 pounds, and towing capacity of 10,000 pounds. Both part # 41929, and part # 14361 have...
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• Comparing 5th Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch Adapters for a 1996 Ford F-250 Long Bed
• As you have mentioned, there are several 5th wheel trailer to gooseneck trailer hitch adapters available. They can be looked at in a good, better, best type of format. Starting with the best we have the Goose Box from Reese. The Goose Box will replace the existing pin box on the trailer with one that has a gooseneck coupler on it rather than a king pin. The Goose Box adapters will only fit on certain model pin boxes. Goose Box # RP85FR fits Lippert 0719, 1621 and 1621HD and Fabex PB-600...
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• Why Is Strait-Line Weight Distribution Hitch RP66073 and RP66083 So Different In Price?
• The reason for the price difference between the Strait-Line Weight Distribution w/ Sway Control # RP66073 and the # RP66083 you were looking at is the # RP66073 does not include a shank. You would need a shank like the # RP54970 to be able to use the system, which would bring both systems to the same price. Neither hitch includes a hitch ball so you would also need 2" hitch ball # A-90 or 2-5/16" hitch ball # 19286 to match the coupler on your trailer. I included videos of the products...
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• What Is The Class Rating And SAE Certification Of The Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C11387
• The Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C11387, is a Class I hitch with a SAE J684 Certification. I called the supplier (Curt) about the SAE certification and they said the J684 certification is a federally mandated certification that has to be on all trailer hitches. The Curt Class I Trailer Hitch Receiver, # C11387, will fit the 2008 Mini Clubman. It has a gross towing weight of 2,000 lbs. and a tongue weight of 200 lbs. If this hitch is used for non-trailer loads, like bike racks...
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• Powder Coated or Zinc Finish 5,000 Pound A-Frame Trailer Jacks
• The etrailer.com jack # BTJA-5000S-B is powder coated. It is rated for 5,000 pounds, have 15 inches of lift, and installs in the 3-hole mounting flange. I have linked a video review of this jack for you.
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• Comparing RC Manufacturing and UWS A-Frame Trailer Toolbox
• Both the RC Manufacturing T-Series Trailer Tongue Tool Box - A-Frame - Aluminum - 2.6 Cu Ft - Silver # 350970 and UWS A-Frame Trailer Toolbox - Low Profile - 2.9 cu ft - Bright Aluminum # UWS04530 are good choices. Both are well constructed and will do a great job keeping the contents dry and protected. Since you won't see a major difference between the two, I recommend the # UWS04530. The reason I would choose this one over the other is the additional space. It is slightly larger with...
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