Will the Curt Lift Brackets C17008 Fit A 3 Wide Trailer Frame?

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How wide a frame do the curt clamps fit need 3 inch

asked by: Ronnie

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The Curt Lift Brackets # C17008 will fit frames up to 2-3/4" wide so these would be a hair too small for your 3" wide frame. We do not offer any chain lift brackets that will be 3" wide.

We do offer a set of bolt on chain hangers from Curt part # C17005. These will fit regardless of frame thickness, but you will have to do some drilling. I have linked the instructions below if you want to take a closer look.

If you don't want to drill into the frame, you would need to change over to a new weight distribution system that uses and L-style bracket like Curt TruTrack # C17499. The frame brackets will fit frames up to 4" wide and 6' tall.

expert reply by: Jesse M

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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Answer 5

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The overall dimensions of the Blue Ox Signature Series Lift Brackets #BXW4021 are 12" wide x 7-3/4" tall as you can see in the attached photo.

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

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