There are 2 metal rings welded to the Curt Trailer Hitch, part # 11130, on each side of the receiver to attach safety chains. You will have to reach up behind the bumper fascia to connect the safety chains.
For safety chains, we have 48 Inch Long Safety Chain, part # 2114-553-04. For quick links to attach the chains, we have the Safety Chain Quick Link, part # C82932.
Instructions and a video installation of the Curt Trailer Hitch # 11130 are linked. view full answer...
Yes you could use a long enough and correct diameter nut and bolt to secure the safety chains to your trailer if you wanted or you could use the Buyers Products weld on safety chain retainer # 3375471000 that you referenced as well. view full answer...
Safety chains on trailers should be crossed under the trailer tongue. The idea is that if the coupler pops off of the ball the safety chains will catch it so it doesn't drag on the ground. We have numerous safety chain parts available and I have included a link to them for you.
You would not use straps such as # BDW20230 since straps are not rated for this application. The safety chains you use should have a capacity that at least meets if not exceeds the gross trailer weight. view full answer...
When using the Curt Hitch Extension and Reducer for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches - 24" to 34" Long # C45048 you were looking at the safety chains on your trailer will get connected to the front two safety chain loops.
You will need two additional safety chains like # TCTSCG30-730-04x1 with quick links # TCQL531 to go between the rear safety chain loops and the trailer hitch receiver on your truck.
I included videos of the products mentioned for you to take a look at. view full answer...
The highest rated safety chains we carry at this time are the 35 inch Long Safety Chain with Clevis Slip Hook, 5,400 lbs., item # 1483-535-04, that you mentioned. Two of these chains are rated for 10,800 pounds working load limit and 32,400 (16,200 lbs each) breaking strength, and should be sufficient for your towing limit of 10,000 lbs.
Safety chain requirements state that the breaking strength of each chain, not the working load limit of the chain, should be equal to or exceed the GVWR... view full answer...
State laws for trailer safety chains do vary a bit. In Indiana safety chains are required when pulling a 5th wheel trailer with a gooseneck hitch and any adapter. You may prefer to use chains like # RM3230 just for their safety margin, even if not required, to avoid any potential issues as you're travelling.
5th wheel trailers do not require safety chains but gooseneck trailers generally do. view full answer...
To install and use safety chains on your trailer, I recommend first welding on mounting brackets like the Brophy Safety Chain Bracket # MB38 to the trailer. The bracket can then be used to a connect a quick link like the Curt Safety Chain Link # C82932.
With the Safety Chain Link attached, you will simply attach your chains like the Curt Single Hook # C80176 with S-Hooks.
You should also make sure to cross the chains beneath the trailer coupler. This is so the crossed chains can act... view full answer...
For the Buyers Products 3/8" x 35" Class 4 Trailer Safety Chain w/ Clevis Hook # 337B03835SC I recommend using either the Buyers Products Safety Chain Clip # 337SC38B or Buyers Products Weld-On Safety Chain Retainer For 3/8" Chain # 3375471001. These are specially designed to work with the 3/8" chain and ensure that it can handle the weight properly.
While the weight rating for the Buyers Products Weld-On Safety Chain Retainer For 5/16" Chain # 3375471000 are the same 10,000lbs as the... view full answer...
The EcoHitch Invisi trailer hitch part # 306-X7257 does have safety chain attachment points. Since the hitch has a concealed cross tube the attachment points are difficult to see once the hitch is actually installed. The safety chain attachments are the two brackets at the bottom of the hitch with the holes in them. I have attached a photo for your reference.
I am not familiar with the laws in your state but the use of two safety chains is the safest practice. You will want to cross the... view full answer...
I'd take the trailer up to a welder with the new safety chains like part # FCHA0050324 and safety chain U-Loops part # 362ChainLoopU and have them cut the old brackets off and install the new ones. view full answer...
For the Tall Safety-Chain Loops for Reese Elite Series Under-Bed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # RP58468 you can use safety chain # FCHA0070324. Reese has performed a test fit and this chain works with the loops. view full answer...
Since the RVIA recommends that the breakaway cable be longer than the safety cables, that is what I recommend you to do.
This will give you a chance to slow down and recouple the trailer in the event that it gets unhitched from your tow vehicle, and will not just automatically apply the brakes on the trailer while it is still attached to your two vehicle via the safety chains. view full answer...
I have some options for you as the CE Smith Tie-Down Bracket # CE26214G is not rated for attaching Safety Chain # 337BSC3842. Typically safety chains are attached through a Clip # 337SC58B as they should not be easily removable from a trailer. We do also have the Buyers Products Weld-On Safety Chain Retainer # 3375471001 which can allow you to add chains. If you prefer to have a bolt on chain like the Safety Chain # 8880262 you will need to ensure where you are drilling is strong enough... view full answer...
In this situation, most folks either replace the safety chains, using a hook that will fit. Another option would be to use a quick link, like # C82932. Attach the quick link to the safety chain hole in the hitch, then attach the safety chain hook to the quick link. The exact link or replacement safety chain you need will depend on the weight of the trailer. You'll want to choose chains or links with a capacity equal to or greater than the weight of your trailer. view full answer...
For your safety chains I recommend the Curt Hook with Spring Loaded Safety Latch for Safety Chains and Cables # C81288 which have a weight capacity of 5000lbs each making them perfect for your trailer that weighs in at 6500lbs. The # C81288 is sold in a quantity of one so you will need to order a quantity of two to have one for each safety chain.
The # C81288 is 5" long, the wide end is 1-3/16" wide, the narrowest point is 5/8" wide, and the bottom is 7/8" wide as shown in the included... view full answer...
You have a clevis style ball mount and it will require the use of safety chains by law. The only type of connection point that will not require safety chains is a king pin like the ones used on 5th wheel trailers. If you need a set of safety chains I recommend using the Tow Ready Safety Chain Kit part # 49150. This kit has mounting hardware to mount the chains to the trailer. The chains themselves are 44" long and have a 16,000 lb weight capacity.
I have attached a review video of the... view full answer...
For the Tall Safety-Chain Loops for Reese Elite Series Under-Bed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # RP58468 you can use safety chain # FCHA0070324. Reese has performed a test fit and this chain works with the loops. view full answer...
The Curt safety chain loops are notorious for being hard to fit safety chains to since they are pretty wide. Your best and easiest solution will be to replace the clevis hooks of your current safety chains with the part # C81970 which will easily fit the safety chain loops. view full answer...
You would want to weld the Brophy Safety Chain Mounting Bracket part # MB38 to your trailer, then you would use the quick link part # C82932 to attach the safety chains part # C80176 to your trailer. view full answer...
I pulled the quick links and quick loop that you referenced as well as the safety chains, # 2118-605-04, that you purchased and found that the best option for you will be the 3/8 Inch Quick Link, # 6590-044-04. This quick link will fit through the safety chain links and the safety chain loop. The measurement of the opening of the quick link is 0.48 inches (31/64 inches) which is slightly larger than the 7/16 inch diameter of your chain loops (see photo).
I made a short video showing that... view full answer...
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