Weld-On Demco 50-Degree A-Frame Trailer Coupler For Jayco 23RB Travel Trailer

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Is this hitch available for a welded attachment to replace the OEM hitch on my Jayco 23RB ?

asked by: Jim S

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The Demco 50-Degree A-Frame Trailer Coupler # 12660-97SP can be used on your Jayco 23RB. This weld on coupler has the same 21,000lb rating, EZ Latch 2-5/16" coupler that fits a 50-Degree trailer A-frame that the Demco 50-Degree A-Frame Trailer Coupler # DM16680-52 you found. Since it needs to be welded on it is only primed in a red primer to prevent corrosion.

You will need a longer Coupler Lock like the Master Lock # 2847DAT since the Demco EZ Latch requires a minimum 3" coupler pin no larger than 5/16" in diameter.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

I checked the Featherlite Trailer website for specs on the model 3116 trailer but this part number returned no results. But if your trailer uses an industry-standard 50-degree a-frame design then the Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler #DM16680-52 will…

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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

The Ark Drop Down Corner RV Stabilizer Jacks #ARK94FR are able to lock into place at 30 and 60 degrees as stabilizers. They also have the 90 degree position where it is rated for 1,929 lbs and then the stored position.

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Answer 4

Hi Larry, So we have a couple bumpers that may work, though each is 96 inches long. They can be cut to length though, and the difference is their width, as one is 3" wide and the other 4" wide to fit different size bumpers: -…

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Answer 5

The only differences between the Demco eZ-Latch Couplers #DM37ZR and #DM14793-81 is that the former has integrated loop holes for installing safety chains and a about a 2" drop while the latter doesn't come with provisions for attaching the…

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Answer 6

To install the Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler #DM16680-52 that you referenced, you will want to use 3/8 inch, grade 5 bolts , approximately 1-1/2 inches long (depending on how you are installing the coupler). You will want to use 5 of these bolts per…

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Answer 7

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 8

The play you are feeling/hearing is most likely between the hitch ball and the latch of the coupler. If you look under the coupler you can see an adjustment bolt that uses an Allen wrench that will allow you to tighten the latch and get rid of the…

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Answer 9

Yes, so long as you have a standard a-frame trailer you will be able to replace your current welded on coupler with the Demco 50-Degree A-Frame Trailer Coupler w/ Jack Hole - eZ-Latch - Zinc - 2-5/16" Ball - 21K item #DM13205-95. I have attached…

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Answer 10

I reached out to my contact at Demco who was able to supply me with the attached dimensional photo of the Demco A-Frame Trailer Coupler #DM14793-95.

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Answer 11

You are correct. Other than how they are made, the Demco Cast Head Coupler w/ Jack Hole - eZ-Latch - 2" Ball - A-Frame - Bolt-On - 10K #DM37ZR and the #DM14793-81 have the same ratings and will work the same. There is no pro or con to either, so…

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