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…

The only differences between the Demco Trailer Coupler #DM14976-52 and #DM88XR are the colors and the mounting bracket design. The part DM14976-52 is silver and has a straight, or no-drop, design with the bottom of the coupler being towards the top…

For your 3109 grease seals, you can use the Grease Seal #1105-100-035 for replacements. This grease seal has the same measurements (2" I.D. | 2.875" O.D.) as your current seal…

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…

Personally I prefer the Demco Trailer Coupler #DM14976-52 with the composite handle over the Coupler #DM15791-81 with a metal handle. I feel it is easier to operate as it does not have the safety latch like you get on the metal handle. Since most…

Hello John thanks for your question. First off, I do like your choice of the Demco #DM5947 actuator for this application. Like you said, no reason to add a potential breaking point and it is heavy-duty enough to handle really anything your dump…

Adjustable trailer couplers are not going to mount to your truck; they will attach to the frame of your trailer. Some of the adjustable couplers, such as the Bulldog Cast Head #BDA2563C0317 come with the mounting hardware to weld onto the frame of…

The Curt Channel-Mount Coupler part #C25328 is designed to be used with an adjustable channel such as the Curt 3-Position Adjustable Channel Bracket part #C48610 which has an inside width of 3". Therefore, the width…

To determine if there are compatible hubs and associated bearings to replace your current hubs to a more standard size you will have to take several precise measurements on the spindle of your axle. It is recommended to use a set of dial calipers…

Based on my research your M1101 trailer has a GVWR of around 3400lbs, so for a replacement axle I recommend taking a look at the Timbren Heavy-Duty Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Straight Spindle - Off-Road Tires - 3,500 lbs #ASR35HDS01 which will…

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…

EZ Lube axles like the item #T3584F-EZ-8974 come from the factory with just a little bit of grease in the bearings. The first time you use the EZ Lube feature to fill the axle, it will take a lot of grease. You will probably use 3/4 to a full tube…