Is Demco eZ-Latch Coupler as Safe as Slide Lock Coupler

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Im considering replacing my slide lock coupler on our circle J horse trailer with the bolt on DM16680-52. My concern is the safety of the replacement latch vs the slide lock. I cant find any reason not to replace the coupler. Please any thoughts

asked by: Ron B

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The eZ latch of the Demco 50-Degree A-Frame Trailer Coupler w/ Jack Hole and Anchors, eZ-Latch - 2-5/16" Ball - 21K # DM16680-52 is absolutely just as safe as a slide lock coupler.

It doesn't use a pin but still exceeds the SAE J684 safety standards, which are tests for strength and stability attachment so you can absolutely be confident in this coupler and how secure and safe you will be while towing.

I have added a link to a video review for you to check out as well of the Demco 50-Degree A-Frame Trailer Coupler # DM16680-52.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

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 2

Hey Robbie, A slight amount of wiggle room is necessary for a trailer coupler like the Demco #DM16680-52 you were looking at. If the latch mechanism is too tight then you wouldn't be able to get coupled to the hitch ball and the latch would…

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I would be happy to help you. I recommend the Demco 50-Degree A-Frame Trailer Coupler w/ Jack Hole and Anchors, eZ-Latch - 2-5/16" Ball - 21K item #DM16680-52. The Demco eZ-Latch mechanism will give you a simple, secure hookup, and disconnect.…

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Answer 4

The best option we have for you is the Snapper Pin part #14-212TR which is 1/4" diameter with a 2-1/2" usable span. The only option we have with both a 1/4" diameter and at least 3" usable length is the Trailer Coupler Pin part…

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Answer 5

Yes, the Demco coupler part #DM16680-52 is safe to use on a 31 foot air stream trailer like you have. Bolting on and welding on coupler is both perfectly safe to do. I would agree bolt on is easier in a sense but if you have a welder that route would…

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Answer 6

The only differences between the Demco Trailer Coupler #DM14976-52 and #DM88XR are the colors and the mounting bracket design. The part DM14976-52 is silver and has a straight, or no-drop, design with the bottom of the coupler being towards the top…

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Answer 7

The closest option we have to replace your Atwood 82543 actuator is part #DM72VR. However, it doesn't have the lockout like your Atwood does. To add a lockout use #T4748800 but it's an electric lockout unlike the Atwood's manual lockout.…

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Answer 8

I did some research on your ShoreLandr trailer and found it has a weight capacity of just under 3,000-lbs. To add electric brakes to your trailer I recommend part #AKEBRK-35R-SA for the right hand and part #AKEBRK-35L-SA for the left side of the…

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Answer 9

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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Answer 10

There is! To replace the standard pin and clip on the Curt QuickPin No Latch A-Frame Trailer Coupler #C84DR Curt actually recommend the Hitch Lock #C23025 which is what I recommend going with!

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Answer 11

The Demco coupler #DM16680-52 you were looking at does not include the hardware needed for installation. It would be a good idea to switch over from your weld on to a bolt on coupler, this will make it a whole lot easier to replace over time as it…

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Answer 12

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 fit…

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