Expert Answers about Trailer Door Hinges

• Aluminum Hinge for a Utility Trailer Tailgate
• We do have an aluminum hinge for you. While the Dump Door Hinge, part # PLR1904-Z, only comes in steel, the Butt Hinge from Polar Hardware, part # PLR1005, is an aluminum construction. It can be welded or bolted to your tailgate. I've linked to a video review of this hinge for you to look at.
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• Which Rear Carrier, The Viking Solutions Tilt-N-Go Or A Curt 19 X 47 Will Work On A 2004 Honda CR-V
• When the 19x47 Curt Cargo Carrier for 1-1/4" and 2" Hitches - Steel - 300 lbs, part # C18110, is installed on your 2004 Honda CR-V you will be able to open the rear door on your 2004 Honda CR-V when the carrier is empty. Unfortunately, the Viking Solutions Tilt-N-Go II Hunting Cart and Cargo Carrier - 2" Hitch Mount - Steel - 300 lbs, part # 310-VTG002, will not work for you. Your 2004 Honda CR-V has a rear door which opens to the right. This is towards the handle of the Viking Solutions...
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• Which Piano Hinge will Work the Best on a Trailers Ramp Extension
• Determining between piano hinges, # H300 3 Inch Wide Steel 6 Ft Long or # SH200 2 Inch Wide Stainless Steel Hinge 6 Ft Long, depends what features you find more important for your application. The # H300 hinge will be stronger in that it is an inch wider than the # SH200. Plus, the extra width will allow for more surface area on the hinge to mount to the trailer making for a stronger hinge. However, if weather conditions are a concern, the # SH200 is made of stainless steel. The stainless...
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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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• Differences Between the Fulton Coupler Hinge Kits FHDPB330301 and FHDPB330303
• The difference between the two Fulton Swing Away kits you referenced is the material that is used for each of the kits. Other than that they are the same and are designed to fit 3 inch by 3 inch trailer tongues. The # FHDPB330301 is made of stainless steel which will resist corrosion and the part # FHDPW330300 is made of a raw steel which will corrode much easier. You could paint either kit if you like. I attached a picture a customer sent to us that shows his painted white to match the...
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• Comparing Curt and Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receivers For a 2024 Ford Bronco
• I feel the Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch Receiver # DT37GR is a better option for your 2024 Ford Bronco. This receiver has an extended tube which places the hinge pin hole 3-1/2" behind the rear bumper. This makes it easier to access and allows for clearance behind the spare tire when uses hitch mounted accessories. If you off-road with your Bronco and the extended length of the receiver concerns you for the departure angel over obstacles the Curt # C76WR may be a better option. The end of the...
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• Door Bumper Recommendations for Horse Trailer Doors
• Item # LC201478 is what it shows in the pictures and not the video. It does not come with screws though so if you would like an all in one kit you can get the Door Bumpers for RV Screen and Entry Door - Qty 2 Item # 37211005 which is a 1/4" tall or the Rubber Bumper - 1" - Black Item # 37211745 for a 1" tall bumper if you're needing the extra clearance.
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• Comparing MORryde StepAbove RV Steps and Lippert SolidStep RV Steps
• The biggest differences between the MORryde StepAbove RV Steps # MR48RR and Lippert SolidStep RV Steps # LC791572 is that the MORryde is made in the USA and it has pins on the hinge plate so you can easily disconnect the steps and gain access to the inside if your trailer is parked too close to another trailer, like what you might find at a storage facility. Aside from that pretty much all of the other features are the same when it comes to size, weight, fitment, ease of use, and the ability...
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• Comparing a Folding Carrier and a Fixed Carrier for Trailer Hitch on a 2017 Toyota Highlander
• The advantage of a folding carrier like part # e98874 is, obviously, that it it can fold up for rear clearance when you don't have anything loaded on it. The disadvantage of a folding carrier is that since there are more hinges and connection points they can tend to have more movement. Fixed carriers like part # C18152 that you referenced cannot, as their name suggests, fold up for storage or rear clearance, but since the shank is one solid piece they tend to have less movement. Both...
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• Which Wiring Harness Fits the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Coupe VS the Sedan Model
• The correct Wiring harness for the 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt Coupe is the Custom Fit Trailer Wiring, item # 118407. This harness is designed specifically for the 2 door model. The T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness, item # 118398, has different connectors to match the connectors on the 4 door sedan models of the Cobalt.
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• Comparing the LaSalle Bristol CrossBreeze # 3441409775PBK with a Stoett Screen
• I am not very familiar with Stoett screen doors but from what I could find it looks like they are more geared towards homes and their screens either open all of the way or stay closed. The LaSalle Bristol CrossBreeze Adjustable Toy Hauler Screen # 3441409775PBK is specifically designed for a toy hauler trailer and has a variety of stopping points for a customized experience. If you want to leave a little room at the bottom for a beloved pet to get in and out you can do that without having...
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• Comparing Curt Trailer Hitches for a 2009 Toyota Yaris 5-Door Hatchback
• Curt trailer hitch # C11480 actually will replace C11050. Hitch # C11480 is the newer design and the model I recommend for you due to slight design changes. If you want to use the hitch for an accessory such as a bike rack or cargo carrier then you have to make sure the accessory is rated for use with a Class I trailer hitch. Also, with a bike rack, you are limited to 2 bikes maximum on a Class I hitch. Curt also says you have to use stabilization strap # 18050 when using this hitch for...
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• Comparing Standard Door Lock to Ultra E Pro Electronic Lock for Security
• The keypad on the Global Link Ultra E Pro Electronic Lock for Travel Trailers # 295-000183 (right hand) or # 295-000185 (left hand) is more of a convenience factor than actually "more" secure when compared to standard handles like part # 295-000019. Basically it keeps you from having to use a key when you are using the door daily. You are correct that since there are 2 lock cores like on a standard handle it would take the same amount of skill to get into a camper regardless of whether...
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• Comparing LED Flood Lights To Use On Back Of Horse Trailer
• The beam for the # TLL46FB is 10 ft wide at its widest point and the beam extends up to 130 ft. The optimal width is at about 65 ft. The beam is more narrow at around 5 feet wide at 30 ft. This may work well for you. I called my contact at Optronics about part # TLL60FB. They told me that they have not tested the light dispersion for this light as was done on the TLL46FB. The # TLL60FB has 6 diodes so the amount of light would be reduced by 1/3 versus the TLL46FB which has 9 diodes so...
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• Differences Between Trailer Hitch Options for 2014 Chevy Volt
• The 100 lb figure you mention for the Curt # C11221 is actually the tongue weight capacity of the hitch, which is the maximum amount of downward force that could safely be applied to the trailer ball. Typically the tongue weight of a given trailer is between 10 and 15% of its fully loaded weight. Given that your trailer weighs a maximum of 400 lbs, the most tongue weight you'd likely see is 60 lbs, which is well within the capacity of the Curt # C11221. The EcoHitch # 306-X7180 and #...
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• Comparing Equal-i-zer and ProPride/Hensley Weight Distribution Hitches For Keystone Premier 26FKPR
• To select the correct weight distribution hitch for your 2022 Keystone Premier 36 FKPR travel trailer you will need to determine how you plan to use the camper. The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System # EQ37100ET is a great hitch and works great for reducing sway. It reduces sway by creating friction points that work to reduce quick movements and keep the trailer tracking straight. The ProPride 3P Weight Distribution Hitch # PR57QR otherwise know as the latest in the in the evolution...
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• Comparing Draw-Tite Hitch 76209 and Curt Hitch C13382
• The difference between the Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver part # 76209 and the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C13382 is fit. The Draw-Tite hitch fits a 2018 - 2020 Subaru Impreza 5-Door Wagon with Single Exhaust and a 2018 - 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The Curt hitch only fits a 2018 - 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. It cannot be installed on a Subaru Impreza.
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• Comparing Curt and etrailer Trailer Hitch Receivers For a 2023 Subaru Outback
• The only difference between the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C67JR and the etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver # e25TR is the powder coat finish. We selected Curt to build our receiver hitches as they are a quality Made in the USA product we are comfortable putting our name on. The Curt will have a gloss black finish while the etrailer has a matte black finish. Both will fit your 2023 Subaru Outback. I recommend installing the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118467 when you install the receiver....
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• Difference In Installation Of Trailer Hitch On 2011 Nissan Altima Sedan And Coupe
• The installation for hitches on the 2011 Altima has quite a lot of difference between the sedan and the coupe models. I will use the Draw-Tite trailer hitches for an example. For the Sedan, the hitch I recommend is part # 24796. When installing this hitch you have to place the hitch against the bottom of the vehicle and center punch the mounting hole positions. Then you drill through the bottom of the trunk. On the hitch that is used for the Coupe model, part # 24801, the hitch just...
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• How to Tap into Reverse Light Circuit for Lockout on Surge Brake Trailer for 2016 Toyota Highlander
• To find the reverse light circuit on a vehicle is pretty easy but it may take digging around in the door panels or interior panels of the vehicle. What you need to do is find the wires that lead into the reverse lights on your vehicle. Test both of them for voltage with the vehicle in reverse (parking brake on and trusted friend applying brake), whichever wire has voltage is the correct circuit to use. The adapter we recommend for converting a 4-way to a 5-way is the part # 20036. The...
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