Can Grade 8 Bolts on an Adjustable Trailer Coupler Be Replaced with Hitch Pins
Question:
I have a bulldog style coupler on my equipment trailer and need to adjust the height. Cant I just use grade 8 hitch pins instead of bolts so its easier to adjust on the fly, much like how the pins are used on adjustable hitches?
asked by: Cody
Expert Reply:
I spoke to my contact at Bulldog and they cannot recommend substituting the grade 8 bolts that came with the coupler for a set of hitch pins. This would void the warranty of the coupler and more than likely a few SAE requirements. If you choose to do so anyway then you would need a hitch pin with a 5/8" diameter and a usable span of at least 3-1/2" for which you can use part # 325-GH-099.
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Gen-Y Hitch Pin and Clip for 2-1/2" and 3" Hitches - 5/8" Diameter x 4" Span
- Hitch Pins and Clips
- Standard Hitch Pin
- 4 Inch Long
- Fits 2-1/2 Inch Hitch
- Fits 3 Inch Hitch
- 5/8 Inch Diameter
- 4 Inch Span
- Gen-Y Hitch
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