What are the Dimensions of the Curt Clevis Hook with Spring Loaded Safety Latch

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I need to know if this hook will fit in My Reese Elite Series bed tie downs. What is the thickness of the hook?

asked by: Jason

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The Curt Clevis Hook # C81970 is not completely uniform so its measurements vary depending on where it is being measured. I have included a video on this page that shows the width and thickness at key points and the opening dimensions. The opening is listed by the manufacturer at approximately 1-1/3 inches.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

The Curt safety chain loops are notorious for being hard to fit safety chains to since they are pretty wide. Your best and easiest solution will be to replace the clevis hooks of your current safety chains with the part #C81970 which will easily fit…

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Answer 2

The Curt Clevis Hook with Spring Loaded Safety Latch - 7/16" - 40,000 lbs #C81970 will work with most systems. Without knowing the hitch or the diameter of the safety loops, I can't confirm a fit other than to tell you the opening of the…

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Answer 3

On the hook end of clevis hook #C81970 the opening is approximately 1-1/8 inches wide. The end with the pin it that you would attach to a rope or chain measures 5/8 inches wide.

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I have a clevis hook that may work. Take a look at part #6495-401-04 . This hook has a working load limit up to 5,400 lbs and the pin that connects through the chain is 7/16 of an inch in diameter. The Curt Clevis Hook, #C81970 , has a 40,000 lb…

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I have a clevis hook that may work with your 5,000 lb trailer. Take a look at part #6495-401-04. This hook has a working load limit up to 5,400 lbs and the pin that connects through the chain is 7/16 of an inch in diameter. We have heavy-duty clevis…

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Answer 6

The Curt Clevis Hook with Spring Loaded Safety Latch - 7/16 - 40,000 lbs Item #C81970 that you referenced is Grade 70, the attachment pin is 1/2 inch diameter, and the opening where the chain would slip through and the pin would hold it in place…

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Answer 7

A safety chain's working load limit (WLL) is always 1/3 of the chain's break strength and it is the limit you want to stay within in normal use. If your chains have a rated break strength of 11,700-lbs then the correct clevis slip hook you…

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Answer 8

To fit your Curt Ball and Safety Chain Loop Kit #C60618, you need hooks that can fit over the roughly 1" wide top and 3/4" sides. You could use the Curt Clevis Hook #C81980 which has a 1-1/4" opening. This hook has a lot more weight…

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Answer 9

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 10

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 11

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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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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