Polar Hinge for 90 Degree Corner Compatibility

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can the hinge be mounted on a 90 degree corner ? this would be like in the full closed position. Thanks

asked by: Mike K

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Expert Reply:

The T-Strap Hinge for Side and Rear Trailer Doors - 8" Long - Steel # PLR3408 will not be ideal for a 90 degree corner as you can see the purposeful bend at the hinge on the strap end of the hinge that would limit this. A better option for that application is the T-Strap Hinge for Rear Trailer Doors - 12-3/8" Long - Steel # PLR4040, the Square Corner Hinge with Reverse Bracket - Polished Stainless Steel - 12" # PLR2212-SSP, or the Over the Seal Hinge - Narrow Bracket - Aluminum - 12" # PLR2512-AS. I've attached some videos to assist.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

Thank you for the pictures! I may have an option for you, but none of the hinges we offer have mounting brackets that are 5" tall.. The most likely option we have is the #PLR4040 which opens 270 degrees. The mounting bracket on the…

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Answer 2

The hinge you referenced part #PLR2212-AS would replace what you have now on your horse trailer and the holes would line up. It looks like for your window you'd need a piano hinge that's about 2 feet long, but at this time we do not…

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Answer 3

We currently offer 3 different replacement strap hinges, #2008-8, #2512, and #2212, for cargo trailers. I have included a photo showing each of these with their measurements listed. I recommend comparing these measurements to the strap hinges on your…

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Answer 4

After doing some research on Horton trailers, it looks like most of their enclosed trailers use cam-door style lock like part #383200. If you just need a replacement handle, I recommend using part #158-100. This handle measures 12-5/8 inches long and…

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Answer 5

It looks like the closest thing that we have to that design is the Square Corner T-Strap Hinge w/ Reverse Bracket #PLR4040, but if that doesn't work we do have a wide variety of other hinge straps that may work for your application like the part…

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Answer 6

According to our contact at Polar Hardware their T-strap hinges like the 12-3/8 inch #PLR4040 that you referenced don't have a specific weight capacity. Your limiting factor is really going to be the hardware that is used to mount the hinge and…

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Answer 7

I have attached for you below a dimensional drawing of the Square Corner Hinge with Reverse Bracket part #PLR2212-SSP provided from the manufacturer. This is the only dimensional drawing we offer for this product but if there is something else you…

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Answer 8

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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Answer 9

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 10

To create barn doors out of your ramp door, you will need hinges and a latch. I suggest a latch/lock system like the Universal Cam-Door Lock for Enclosed Trailers - 1" Keeper, #383200. This will use a 3/4 inch diameter pipe that you'll have…

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Answer 11

Hi Bruce, To lift your trailer we'll first need to check of the suspension and see if you have torsion axles or a leaf spring suspension. If you have torsion axles then I'll need to see the axle tag in order to determine what you have so I…

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