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  • Available A-Frame Trailer Couplers for Trailer with Electric Drum Brakes
  • If your trailer uses electric drum brakes then you do not need a brake actuator-type a-frame coupler like # T4067600. Instead you can use a standard a-frame coupler like # CA-5210-B since your brakes' power will come from the signal carried on the 7-way trailer wiring harness. You will want to choose a coupler that matches or exceeds the trailer's GVWR, its gross vehicle weight rating. The coupler referenced above is rated for 8000-lb trailers but we have lots of similar a-frame couplers...
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  • A-Frame Coupler For 2015 H&H Enclosed Trailer
  • When looking up the specs for the H&H CA Series Flat Top Single Axle Cargo it said that this trailer uses a 2” A-frame coupler. The A-Frame Coupler Item # CA5100B will work with your trailer. It has a 2-1/4" hole diameter for jack: It requires (3) 3/8"-16 bolts for installation (not included). It will need to be welded on. If you need a bolt on coupler # DM14793-81 will work also. I have attached all of our 2" A-Frame Couplers to this page.
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  • What Hardware Is Required To Install The Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler # 14793?
  • The Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler # DM14793-97 will require six 1/2" grade 5 bolts with correct washers and nuts to ensure a secure installation. The length of the bolt will be determined by the size of the frame rail that you are mounting to. I have included a video linked below for a similar coupler being installed that will help you through the installation process. These bolts and the rest of the hardware needed can be purchased at a local hardware store.
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  • Can You Replace Stock Coupler On A 2023 ATC Raven Car Hauler With Demco Coupler # DM13205-95
  • Yes, you will be able to replace your stock coupler with the Demco 50-Degree A-Frame Trailer Coupler # DM13205-95 as long as you have a standard a-frame trailer. I attached a picture below of the dimensions below so you can see if it would work for you. When installing the Demco 50-Degree A-Frame Trailer Coupler # DM13205-95, you will want to use 3/8 inch grade 5 bolts, that are approximately 1-1/2 inches long. Ten bolts will be needed five bolts on each side. For extra security I also...
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  • Can Weld-On A-Frame Trailer Coupler be Replaced with a Bolt-On Coupler
  • Yes, you can replace your weld-on coupler with a bolt-on. You'll just need to drill the holes. Then, if you wanted to go back to a weld-on later that would be fine too. Just to confirm you can check with the trailer's manufacturer that drilling the holes won't lower the trailer's capacity. Our most popular A-frame couplers are the Demco eZ-Latch. The eZ-Latch makes it easier to hookup and disconnect from your trailer. For a coupler that fits a 2 inch ball use # DM14793-52 and for...
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  • Recommended 2" and 2-5/16" A-Frame Couplers for an Older Trailer
  • I took a look at your current situation and it's looking like there isn't going to be a replacement latch kit available unfortunately. Instead, you're going to need to replace the entire coupler with something like the A-Frame Trailer Coupler # CA-5210-B which is a weld-on style replacement that'll work with 2" hitch balls and has an 8,000 lb capacity. If you needed a 2-5/16" coupler, then the # CA-5400-B would be better suited for you. This coupler is also has a weld-on install and...
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  • Replacement A-Frame Trailer Coupler For A Big Bubbas Trailer
  • The A-Frame Trailer Coupler # CA-5210-B has a wraparound yoke latch that catches to remain open while you position the coupler over the ball. The coupler has a sturdy steel construction that has a black powder coat finish that provides corrosion resistance. It has a weld on installation. The coupler has a weight capacity up to 8,000 pounds. I attached a review video link below.
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  • Replacement A-Frame Coupler w/ eZ-Latch
  • I would be happy to help you. I recommend the Demco 50-Degree A-Frame Trailer Coupler w/ Jack Hole and Anchors, eZ-Latch - 2-5/16" Ball - 21K item # DM16680-52. The Demco eZ-Latch mechanism will give you a simple, secure hookup, and disconnect. You will also be able to hook up when the latch is in the closed position. You will just drop the coupler over your trucks hitch ball and the latch will snap into place. This is a bolt on coupler, with a 21,000 lbs capacity. It has a cutout in the...
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  • Adapting a Coupler to Fit a Standard 2-1/4 Inch A-Frame Jack Outer Diameter
  • The only jack we have that has that 2 inch outer diameter upper tube is the Dutton-Lainson A-Frame Trailer Jack - Sidewind - 1,000 lbs item # DL22530. If your trailer's a-frame coupler will not accommodate anything larger than a 2" jack you will need to make the hole bigger to accept the standard 2-1/4 inch outer tube. You can use a hole saw, a grinder, a handheld file to accomplish this.
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  • EZ Latch Trailer Coupler For 50 Degree A Frame Trailer
  • It seems like you're looking for an eZ latch coupler like this one # DM13205-95. It has a 2-5/16" ball size and has the square end on it like you're describing. The front latch is simple to lock into place and is square. If you have a 50 degree A-Frame Trailer. If you have a different A-Frame Trailer we have more on our site! Check our the video to get a closer look!
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  • Recommended Trailer Coupler Repair Kits for All Sizes
  • I'm not too sure what you mean by slots, however what I can say is that we do carry a bunch of coupler repair kits so I'm pretty confident we can you what you need. If you have a 2" straight tongue coupler, you can use the Curt Coupler Repair Kit for 2" Posi-Lock Coupler Latches # C25194, If you have a 2" A-frame coupler, you can use the Repair Kit for etrailer and Ram A-Frame Couplers # CA-5100-RK, And finally, if you a 1-7/8" coupler, you can use the Dutton-Lainson Coupler Repair...
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  • Mounting Hardware Needed To Install Curt QuickPin No Latch A-Frame Trailer Coupler 25474 # C84DR
  • The Curt QuickPin No Latch A-Frame Trailer Coupler 25474 # C84DR will require grade 5 hardware. It is recommended to use six 1/2" bolts, six 1/2" lock nuts and twelve 1/2" washers. This can obviously change depending on your exact frame dimensions. I have linked the installation instructions at the bottom of the page which you can show the installer as well.
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  • Replacement Coupler For A Shelby 5101 A-Frame Coupler
  • There are no repair kits available for your Shelby 5101 a-frame coupler because Shelby was discontinued. Your best option would be to get a new coupler. The A-Frame Coupler # CA5100B has a quick, easy and secure trigger-style latch and has a durable steel construction with a black paint finish with a weight capacity of 5,000 pounds, or # CA-5100-Z has the same features but it has a zinc finish. I attached a review video link below.
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  • How Long Should Hardware be to Install the Demco A-Frame eZ-Latch Trailer Coupler
  • I'd be happy to help you out with your questions on the Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler # DM14793-52. 1. Yes, you can remove your old welded on coupler by using a grinder to cut the welds. Another popular option is to use a torch to cut the welds but either way is fine. 2. The 1/2" grade 5 bolts are correct and the length really just depends on your trailer frame. You basically just need to make sure they are long enough to reach through both the coupler and your frame and still have enough...
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  • Recommended Replacement Coupler For An Atwood 2" Coupler
  • I went ahead and checked, and unfortunately there is not a coupler repair kit for your 2" Atwood coupler. With that being said, the best solution is going to be a full coupler replacement. I recommend checking out the: -Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler w/ Jack Hole - eZ-Latch # DM14793-81. This coupler is made for 2" hitch balls, has a maximum capacity of 10,000-lbs, and has a bolt-on installation. Attached is a product overview video for you to check out as well.
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  • Parts Needed To Tow Scamp A-Frame Trailer Behind a 1978 Toyota Landcruiser With Lock N Roll Hitch
  • I recommend having the Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler # 336TS504 welded onto your Scamp a-frame tongue. Then you will be able to use the Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch # 336VS503505 on your 1978 Toyota Landcruiser to get the height matched up on your trailer.
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  • Replacement Trailer Coupler For A Shelby 5101 Trailer
  • Yes, you can replace your weld-on coupler with a bolt-on coupler you will just have to drill the holes The Demco Cast Head Coupler w/ Jack Hole # DM37ZR would be a good replacement. The coupler has a 10,000 pound weight capacity and will fit a 2 inch ball. I recommend this coupler over other couplers because of the eZ-Latch mechanism. It will ensure a simple, secure hookup and disconnect. We do not have an installation video on this product.
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  • How to Convert Hydraulic Drum Brakes to Electric Over Hydraulic EOH
  • In order to convert the hydraulic drum brakes you have on your trailer to electric over hydraulic (EOH) you will need a electric over hydraulic actuator, breakaway kit, brake controller, trailer wiring harness, and trailer coupler. We do have all of these components for you but not in an all inclusive kit. For the electric over hydraulic actuator, breakaway kit, and trailer wiring I recommend the HydraStar Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator part # HS381-9065. This kit contain the...
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  • I am Looking for a Coupler Repair Kit for a Multi-Fit Ball Trailer Coupler
  • It sounds like you are looking for a repair kit for a multi-fit ball coupler for a trailer like part # T2343400183. Is that the case? If so, I would just need the a few more details about the coupler. Coupler repair kits are manufacturer specific, so there are no universal kits unfortunately. If you can tell me the style of coupler (a-frame, straight tongue, actuating coupler), the weight capacity of the coupler or the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the trailer and the brand of the...
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  • Replacement Coupler Repair Latch For A Coleman Casa Grande Popup Trailer
  • There is not a universal latch repair kit. You will have to match the correct repair kit to the correct coupler. You are not able to use another brand repair kit on another brand coupler. Normally the coupler information is engraved on the coupler. If you cant find what brand you have you would need to switch up couplers. The A-Frame Trailer Coupler # CA-5210-B. This coupler has a wraparound yoke latch that catches to remain open while you position the coupler over the ball. It has a...
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