Safety Chain Weights Between Buyers Products Chains and Tow Ready

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Hi, I am looking at safety chains. I t looks like what I have now is 30 inches long with ¼ inch links and 5000 pounds and a 7/16 inch hook. I see you have something similar TCTSCG30-730-04x1 I was thinking of getting something a little stronger, such as item # 337B03835SC or 337BSC3835 . Two questions. One, I need to fit a bolt in a link to attach the chain to the trailer. I assume that the 3/8 inch link hole is larger than the ¼ inch link but I need to know for sure. Second, what is the weight difference of the 3 different chains. Thanks,

asked by: Phil

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The Buyers Products Chains part numbers # 337BSC3835 and # 337B03835SC both weigh 5 lbs and the part # TCTSCG30-730-04X1 weighs 2 lbs.

For installing any of the mentioned chains we recommend using the weld on bracket # MB38 with the quick link part # C82932 on your trailer.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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I definitely understand how safety chain capacities and determining exactly what chain rating you need for your trailer can be a bit confusing. To keep it as simple as possible, safety chain requirements state that the breaking strength of EACH…

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Since your trailer weighs around 2000lbs and can tow up to 7000lbs I recommend using two of the 30" Long Safety Chain with 7/16" S-Hook with Latch - 5,000 lbs - Qty 1 #TCTSCG30-730-04x1 which have a combined weight rating of 10000lbs which…

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Your 2016 Jeep Latitude will have a curb weight between 3,655 lbs and 4,046 lbs according to my research. I recommend getting two of the Titan 30" Long Safety Chain with 1/4" S-Hook with Latch - 5,000 lbs #TCTSCG30-730-04X1. Then you will…

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There is no perfect calculation for safety chain length since it all depends on the setup you have. Safety chains should be crossed when attached, and also short enough to keep your coupler off of the ground should your trailer disconnect. They also…

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Hey Neil, for a trailer that size and weight the 30 inch safety chains part #TCTSCG30-730-04x1 would work great as this is the typical size and capacity for a trailer that size. You would need to order a quantity of two of these. Each is rated for…

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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…

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Brophy hitch extender and reducer #HR26 is indeed rated for use with weight distribution. When used with weight distribution this reducer is rated for 10,000 pounds gross trailer weight and 1,000 pounds tongue weight. However, the use of this…

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Answer 8

This is simple fix. You'll just need a hitch reducer that will shim the 2-1/2 inch receiver down to 2 inches. I'd recommend using part #BWRHXA2182 from B&W. What I really like about this reducer are the pinches placed in the end of the…

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We don't have a 7 inch extension for your 2-1/2 inch hitch receiver. The closest we have is the Brophy Hitch Reducer and Extender - 2-1/2" to 2" Trailer Hitch - 6" Long #HR26. Since that is a reducer and an inch shorter, it most…

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You can use the setup that you mentioned: Brophy Hitch Reducer and Extender - 2-1/2" to 2" Trailer Hitch 7" #HR26 and Curt Weight Distribution Shank 14" #C17122. Both of these are rated for well over what your trailer weight and…

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Yes, anytime you use a hitch extender or reducer like #HR26 you will lose about 1/3 of your hitches overall capacity. However, since you'll be towing a trailer that weighs between 4,500 to 5,000 lbs, the Brophy Hitch Reducer #HR26 will still work…

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Yes, the Brophy Hitch Reducer and Extender part #HR26 can be used with a weight distribution system but you will be limited to 10,000 lbs or 1/3 of your trailer hitch's weight capacity, whichever is lower. This adapter will provide you with a…

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