Do S Hook Safety Chains Require Wire Keepers When Attaching to Vehicle Safety Chain Loops

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When using an s-hook for safety chain attachments, does it require a clasp or other device to hold the chain in place or can it be simply attached to the back of the towing vehicle.

asked by: Stan W

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As long as the S of the hook fits over the safety chain loop a wire keeper isn't exactly required. It wouldn't hurt but I've towed hundreds of time with a safety chain setup that had S-hooks without keepers and the chains never disconnected.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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…

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Answer 2

I may have a solution for you but I'm not aware of a bolt on safety chain bracket or clevis that can be used. However you can simply take a safety chain set (or your existing chains) like the 42" Long Safety Chain with 3/8" Clevis Hook…

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Answer 3

The Brophy Safety Chain Mounting Bracket #MB38 will work with Safety Cables #C80151. I went to our warehouse and actually test-fit these two items to confirm they will work together.

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Answer 4

I am not aware of a bolt-on version of the Buyers Products Weld-On Safety Chain Retainer part #3375471000. However, if all you were wanting to do is mount your safety chains to the tongue of your trailer then you will just simply do so by running a…

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Answer 5

Your ST205/75R14 tires measure 26.1 inches in diameter and 8.1 inches wide when fully inflated, so I do recommend going with something larger than the Camco Vinyl Wheel and Tire Protectors - 24" to 26" #CAM45246. This cover wouldn't be…

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Answer 6

Yes you can use safety cables in place of safety chains as long as they are rated for the weight of the trailer. Chains are typically a little easier to use in this application though since you can manipulate the length of them easier by twisting…

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Answer 7

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.

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Answer 8

Your trailer tire size of 215/75R14 has an overall diameter of 26.7 inches. The Camco tire covers part #CAM45246 is designed to fit tire diameters that are between 24 and 26 inches so most likely these covers would not be large enough. The next size…

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Answer 9

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…

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Answer 10

The side rails on the Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain Tow Bar #RM-422 are meant for the Roadmaster EZ Hook Safety Cables like the 68" #RM-655-68. The max capacity for these is 8,000 lbs though so if you need the full 10,000 lb weight capacity…

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Answer 11

Hey David, from previous customers of ours who have the same 2020 Keystone Raptor 424 we have determined that your pin box style is the Lippert 1621 which means for a Gen-Y gooseneck adapter you'd want the #GY58GR that you referenced.

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Answer 12

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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