Can DM15349-52 Demco Coupler Mount Be Welded in Place

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Can this coupler be welded on?

asked by: Kody K

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Although it's intended to be bolted in place, the Demco # DM15349-52 coupler mount could certainly be welded instead. I've linked you to a product description video featuing the # DM15349-52 A-Frame coupler mount.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

Yes, everything you mentioned is compatible. The spindle part #TRU74FR is compatible with the hub/drum part #AKHD-545-35-EZ-K which is also compatible with the brake assembly set you mentioned of #AKEBRK-35-SA. The bearing kit part #BK2-100 is…

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Answer 2

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…

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Answer 3

Bulldog Collar-Lok Coupler #BD028287 and similar couplers have a sleeve that constantly puts pressure on the front of the coupler, the part that goes around the ball, so that it cannot come loose. There is also more surface area of the coupler…

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The Demco #DM15349-52 does not include mounting hardware. Demco recommends using grade 5 bolts, and the holes in the coupler are 5/8 inches in diameter. If you click the provided link, you can see a product demonstration video featuring the…

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Answer 5

I spoke with my contact at Dexter regarding the Nev-R-Lube Bearing #31-71-3 that you will be replacing. He stated that you will just need a 1-1/2 inch socket for the 1.42-1.44 inch nut. This is the same size socket needed for a standard spindle nut.

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Answer 6

A high-capacity A-frame trailer coupler cannot have the ball coupler portion cut off and a new similar part bolted on. The result would be a reduced and unknown weight capacity; it is a sure thing that the repaired coupler would not have anything…

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Answer 7

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 8

I spoke to Demco, and unfortunately the Coupler #DM15349-52 cannot be mounted to the bottom of a frame. They went on to say that there would not be enough surface area for it to handle the weight when welded or bolted on. That being said, the Ram…

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Answer 9

Yes, the diameter of the holes of the Ram 5-Position Adjustable Channel Bracket for Couplers #CTA-CB6 does have 5/8 inch diameter holes. I attached a review video that has this dimension and others shown.

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Answer 10

I don't think you are doing anything wrong necessarily. There are 2 possible issues that I can think of causing the problem. First, the spring may not be the correct size. A spring that is too short and/or not the correct diameter would fall out.…

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Answer 11

The Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler #DM14793-81 (Black) or #DM14793-52 (Silver) do not come with bolts. You will need to use 1/2" Grade 5 hex bolts with them. I've added links to video reviews of each coupler for you to check out.

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Answer 12

Yes, you will be able to use the Demco Slide-Lok Trailer Coupler - Adjustable Channel Mount - Zinc - 2-5/16" Ball - 12,500 lbs #D05557-95 with the Demco 50-Degree A-Frame Coupler #DM15349-52. The #D05557-95 is for 3" wide channels and has…

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