Could Bolt On Coupler # CTA-280 Be Unbolted and Stolen

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Do you have a method for securing / locking the vertically adjustable hitch coupler to the channel mount? I am concerned that my trailer can be stolen by simply unbolting the hitch coupler from the channel mount on my trailer.

asked by: Bill O

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There isn't a locking solution for the bolt on couplers like the Trailer Coupler # CTA-280 that you referenced but someone would have to have the needed tools and the correct coupler on hand to then reinstall on the trailer so that they could drive off with it. That's not a totally impossible scenario but pretty unlikely.

You might be interested in a wheel lock like the # 288-02020 as well as this would lock the trailer regardless of the coupler style.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Hitch Pin and Clip For 2-1/2" and 3" Hitches #337HP6256WC doesn't have a weight rating, but this is normal for a pin setup. These are tested to hold the weight ratings of the hitches they are made for so as long as you're…

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Answer 2

The bolts for channel mount coupler #CTA-280 have the markings for grade 8 bolts. They are 5/8 inch coarse threaded bolts so the minimum torque value is 159 and the max is 212 (foot pounds). Once torqued down the force will cause the metal of the…

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Answer 3

The Atwood 87701-SP three-switch panel that you referred to is now obsolete, no longer made, and none in stock. The only wiring information I could find for you is a poor quality drawing from Atwood/Lippert which I have attached. We do not have this…

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Answer 4

The Dexter Hydraulic Trailer Brake Kit #23-342-343 is the correct kit for you. This hydraulic drum brake assembly is designed for use with your surge-type trailer brake actuator. The brake's free-backing design lets you reverse without trailer…

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Answer 5

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 6

Personally I prefer the Demco Trailer Coupler #DM14976-52 with the composite handle over the Coupler #DM15791-81 with a metal handle. I feel it is easier to operate as it does not have the safety latch like you get on the metal handle. Since most…

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Answer 7

A little bit of play between the coupler and the channel is normal. As long as the bolts are properly torqued, the play won't damage or harm anything. We've confirmed this with our channel mount coupler manufacturers like Bulldog and Titan.

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Answer 8

Most often the root cause for issues with trailer lighting is a weak ground. Strange as it may sound, a loose or rusty/corroded ground can cause a vehicle's trailer wiring harness to badly misbehave and shut down some functions. It may also just…

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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

The Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty #RED24FR is the way to go over the Elite #RED44FR as you get the nicer functions of the Elite at a lower price. The Elite has the ability to be the more preferred proportional style of controller as well as a time-delayed…

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Answer 11

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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Could Bolt On Coupler # CTA-280 Be Unbolted and Stolen

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