Bolt it on your boat trailer and get it back into action! The plating on this actuator is 2 times stronger than standard zinc, and EZ-Latch is a step above the usual trigger latch, making hitching up practically automatic. Proudly made in the USA.
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If your trailer isn't married to just one tow vehicle, this Demco actuator will be a great option for you. Just keep in mind that because it doesn't have a reverse lockout on it to keep your brakes from locking up, either you will need to add a manual one (DM5939 - sold separately) or have free-backing brakes instead.
Few things matter in towing as much as a secure connection to your hitch ball. The thing of it is, some coupler latches don't really have a way to show you that they have a firm grasp on the hitch ball. You either just have to eyeball it or try to wiggle the coupler latch until it closes. And if you opt for just trusting your coupler and assuming it's on there, you might not notice the gap between the ball and your coupler's ball socket, an issue known as highballing, until it's too late and you lose your trailer on the highway.
That won't be an issue with the EZ-Latch on this Demco actuator. Just center your coupler over the hitch ball, and lower your trailer tongue as you normally would.
As the coupler's socket slowly accepts the hitch ball, you'll see the latch rise. Keep lowering your trailer tongue until you hear the metalic clink . When you do, you'll know for certain that you've got a good, strong connection, without the need to tug or wiggle the latch into place. This gets you on the road a little bit quicker and with a lot more confidence.
The EZ-latch is so easy to use that you don't even need a safety pin to keep the ball secured inside the socket. But you can, as a theft deterrent, put a locking pin through the dedicated hole on the side of the coupler.
You might see the phrase "hard plastic" and think, how durable could that really be? But the truth is, it's tougher than it looks and you'll probably never break it.
Its real name is acetal copolymer. It has a self-lubricating surface. It's extremely resilient, durable, and smooth. And it wears well over time. In fact, this same can even be found in some automotive applications, making it perfectly suited for a telescoping brake actuator on a boat trailer.
When you slow to a stop as you're towing, momentum pushes your trailer toward the rear of your vehicle. When this happens, the surge brake actuator compresses the master cylinder inside, which forces it to push hydraulic fluid out to your brake lines, ultimately engaging your trailer brakes. When you start moving again, the actuator will telescope back out, stopping the flow of fluid back to the brakes and allowing your trailer's wheels to start rolling again.
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Ordering was simple, delivered very quickly. Great job, guys.
Solid construction and good design
Excellent service as always Thanks Steve
Retrofitted with the old hitch great, match up
Friendly on the phone. Shipped when said they would. Was delivered as promised.
Nice coupler, however packaging is very insufficient and has been dropped where brake line threads, threads were damaged in the master cylinder and the brass adapter to the hose is bent. The packaging only has a couple pieces of shipping paper in it, not near enough to prevent shipping damage
Very happy with the product however shipping care could be improved. Although packing paper was placed in shipping box, it was not wrapped around item thus leading to a slightly damaged emergency brake cable. A lot of weight bouncing around unprotected.
Excellent product and it’s working great !!!!
Awesome service
Perfect for my 30foot triple axle trail er.
Bolted in place of the old one with minor drilling. Easy to bleed the system and works great.
Product as describe, customer service went above and beyond. They definitely provided beyond 5 star rating. I appreciate everyone’s help at etrailer to make this shipment possible!!!
Bolt on replacement for the old hitch. Fit and works perfectly
I live on a farm where it seems we're always fixing trailers or building trailers for use. I have bought several hitches from etrailer and they have ALWAYS been helpful. Great selection to choose from also. Recommend them highly.
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