Recommended Bolt On A-Frame Trailer Coupler For A Jayco Pop-Up Camper

Question

Question:

Hi, I rent my camper out. I need a durable, easy to use coupler. I would like a bolt on so I can install it myself. It will go on a Jayco popup camper the current coupler is a Atwood 82311/82315 welded on. What would your recommendation be? Thank you

asked by: Paul F

0

Expert Reply:

The Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler w/ Jack Hole # DM14793-81 you were looking at features an "eZ-Latch mechanism" which will make coupling super easy. When you drop the trailer down onto the ball it will automatically latch and unlatching is as simple as pulling the latch up. It has a black powder coat finish that resists corrosion and bolts onto the frame of your Jayco pop-up camper so you can complete the installation yourself. You can use a torque wrench like # ALL944001 to ensure a tight connection between the coupler and frame. You will need to cut the welds off your old coupler to remove it and install the new one. I've attached a video where Shane will walk you through installation of this coupler as well.

You can use the etrailer Surge Brake Coupler Lock # e98887 to keep prevent theft while out on the road or the Blaylock EZ Lock Trailer Coupler Lock for 2-5/16" Lipped Couplers # BLTL-34 to keep it safe while in storage.

expert reply by: Kevin C

0

Answer 1

If you look at the diagram that I received from my contact at Demco, you can see several of the dimensions of the #DM14793-81 trailer coupler. If there were other dimensions you were needing, please let me know.

view full answer...

Answer 2

A little bit of play is acceptable, the coupler should be tight enough that the coupler won't come off the ball, but not so tight you can't close the latch. I typically tighten the coupler up until I feel a slight resistance when closing the…

view full answer...

Answer 3

Generally the Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler w/ Jack Hole part #DM14793-81 is very easy to release. There is a lock/pin hole located just under the latch that may have a pin in it preventing it from opening. I have linked a photo showing exactly where…

view full answer...

Answer 4

All the bolt on trailer jacks we carry use the 3 bolt pattern which is commonly found on todays Couplers #DM14793-81. You may be able to replace your current jack with a Round A-Frame Trailer Jack #TJA-5000T-B. This will require a 2-1/4" hole…

view full answer...

Answer 5

I went out to the warehouse to measure the Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler #DM14793-81 that you asked about and found that it measures 3-1/2" from the bottom to the top. I have attached a picture to demonstrate. If your safety chains are welded to…

view full answer...

Answer 6

Atwood was bought out and their replacement parts are no longer available - including the repair kit you mentioned - so the best option is to replace that A-frame coupler with a new one that attaches to a 2 inch hitch ball. There is a similar option…

view full answer...

Answer 7

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…

view full answer...

Answer 8

I went ahead and checked, and unfortunately there is not a coupler repair kit for your 2" Atwood coupler. With that being said, the best solution is going to be a full coupler replacement. I recommend checking out the: -Demco A-Frame Trailer…

view full answer...

Answer 9

Nearly all A-frame trailer have a 50 degree angle frame, the Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler #DM14793-81 that you referenced has a 50 degree angle too. I would be surprised if your trailer had a different angle, but to be sure you could use an angle…

view full answer...

Answer 10

A standard 50 degree coupler like #DM14793-81 will work on your custom 45 degree frame with a little modification. Without welding shims the coupler will not have the strength, so you will need to make some adjustments to your current tongue design.…

view full answer...

Answer 11

Only solution will be to extend out the frame rails of your trailer so that you can install a standard coupler on to them. None of the options out there are going to be large enough to fit your frame channels that basically start too far apart. What…

view full answer...

Answer 12

Correct, there will need to be a small amount of wiggle room or play between the trailer coupler and hitch ball which is to allow the trailer to track and turn smoothly. If the connection point between the trailer coupler and hitch ball was too tight…

view full answer...

Recommended Bolt On A-Frame Trailer Coupler For A Jayco Pop-Up Camper

Products Referenced in This Question

Product Page this Question was Asked From

Featured Help Information

Miscellaneous Media

Continue Researching