A-Frame Coupler Recommendation for 14k Trailer

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First, is RAM couplers decent. Second, would you be concerned legally or weight by having 12.5k on 14k trailer. Third, your recommendation for 14k aframe coupler. I really like bulldog cooler lock.

asked by: David R

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Ram couplers are solid couplers that as long as you stay under the capacity of them they will work great. I would not recommend a 12.5k coupler on a 14k trailer though.

Instead you'd want to go with a coupler with a 15k capacity like the part # CA-5280-RB instead. I attached a review video for this coupler for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Typically a weight distribution system is going to perform the best and be easier to setup properly if the chains are at a right angle to the trailer frame and the trailer frame is as level as possible when the vehicle and trailer are parked on…

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If your RAM brand trailer has a collar-lock style coupler like the Bulldog Coupler #BD028444 yes the EZ Lock Trailer Coupler Lock #BLTL-20-40D would be an excellent choice as a trailer lock. A more universal coupler lock that we offer is the Fastway…

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All of the TPMS sensors we carry are closed systems so they wouldn't be compatible with the GM sensors you have, you would need to get these from GM directly. I also can't speak to the fitment of GM's sensors with the stems on a 5th wheel…

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The Curt Class IV Trailer Hitch Receiver #C14006 referenced in your question features a towing capacity of 10,000 pounds and a tongue weight capacity of 1,000 pounds. Based on my research, this does appear to be an upgrade over the factory hitch on…

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Ideally, you would want the chains to be straight up and down. A slight angle is permissible. What I recommend is to change the chain hanger type being used. There are 2 options. First we have a type that bolts to the side of the trailer frame,…

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You will need to have the chains on a Strait-Line weight distribution system straight up and down. There isn't a range of angles at which the chains can hang but I would not place the brackets off by more than 1/4 inch of where they are supposed…

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Ideally there should be 5 chain links on your Blue Ox weight distribution hitch between the spring bars' ends and the top of the rotating lift brackets. If there are fewer than 5 links you can try adjusting the hitch head back (toward the trailer…

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Blue Ox has an easy system for determining the weight capacity of your spring bars, whereas other companies may use measurements or printed capacity to assist. With Blue Ox, there is a 5 dimple system: No dimples means it is rated for up to 350 lbs…

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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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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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It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Hey Scott, thanks for reaching out! I don't have the exact height of that bracket, but the bolt from the Equal-i-zer #EQ64FR that sits on top of the trailer frame is 5/8" in and of itself so you're looking at around 1-1/4" at the…

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