Replacement Safety Chain Options for an Aluma Tilt Trailer

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I have a 8218 18 Aluma tilt trailer. the safety chains have rusted to the point the springs on the hook end no longer close. What product is best suited to replace them? Thank you..

asked by: Jim U

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In order to choose the correct safety chains for your trailer, you'll first and foremost need to know the weight of the trailer which I found online to be 7,000 lbs fully loaded. Then, you'll need to determine a suitable length. I recommend simply replacing with the same length that came on the trailer currently. The Buyers Products 3/8" x 35" Class 4 Trailer Safety Chain part # 337B03835SC for example is a good option which measures 35" long and has a capacity of 10,000 lbs.

I have attached for you below a full list of safety chain options if these won't work.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Your safety chains should have a maximum gross trailer weight rating, which is what you would need to go by to ensure they are properly rated for your 10,000 lb GVWR trailer. If they are then you can attach them to your Ford hitch; wrapping them…

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It sounds like the hooks on your safety chains are not large enough to fit around the safety chain loops on your trailer hitch. If that is the case then I recommend the Buyers Products 3/8" x 35" Class 4 Trailer Safety Chain part…

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I would be happy to help you find the correct rated safety chains for your 15' car trailer, but you will need to confirm the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) of your trailer to be sure the chain is rated properly. For example the Curt Single…

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The safety chain weight capacities are not doubled so you'll need to choose a chain that meets or exceeds the loaded weight of the trailer. The shortest option we have that will cover a 7,500 lb trailer is the Buyers Products 3/8" x 35"…

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The choice of oil bath or regular hubs is up to the manufacturer. They are usually found on higher capacity axles, though as you know there are some on lower capacity axles. You can convert some hubs from grease to oil bath using a kit such as…

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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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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 8

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 9

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 10

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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Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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