Safety Chain Loop for Trailer Hitch Receivers

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• How Should the Safety Chain Attachment Loop part # E950 Attach to Trailer Hitch
  As long as a qualified welder is used, a Safety Chain Attachment Loop like part # E950 could be welded to the receiver as shown in the photo I provided. Having an amateur welder weld it could result in the hitch being weakened. This would be the best and easiest solution for you. There's no set distance that you should have it welded on the hitch at, but if you use the picture I attached as a guide you would be just fine.
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• Compatible Quick Links, Safety Chains, and Chain Loops for Adding Safety Chains to a Trailer
  I pulled the quick links and quick loop that you referenced as well as the safety chains, # 2118-605-04, that you purchased and found that the best option for you will be the 3/8 Inch Quick Link, # 6590-044-04. This quick link will fit through the safety chain links and the safety chain loop. The measurement of the opening of the quick link is 0.48 inches (31/64 inches) which is slightly larger than the 7/16 inch diameter of your chain loops (see photo). I made a short video showing...
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• Safety Chain and Install Loop Recommendation for a Jet Ski Trailer
  I would have a qualified weldor, weld a Safety Chain Loop, # E950, to the bottom of the trailer frame which would give you an attachment point for the safety chains like part # 2118-348-04, with Safety Chain Quick Links, # 2114-553-04
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• Does Safety Chain Loop # E950 Install Above or Below Trailer Frame
  With safety chain loops like the part # E950 you can install the loops above or below the frame of the trailer as needed. Most people install this below trailer hitches on the vehicle side like you see in the attached picture.
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• Recommended Hitch Extender For 2-1/2 Inch Trailer Hitch Receiver 7 Inches Long
  We don't have a 7 inch extension for your 2-1/2 inch hitch receiver. The closest we have is the Brophy Hitch Reducer and Extender - 2-1/2" to 2" Trailer Hitch - 6" Long # HR26. Since that is a reducer and an inch shorter, it most likely isn't what you need. We have 2-1/2 to 2-1/2 inch extensions, but they are 24 inches long like # C45048. My recommendation is to get the Reese Combo Bar 18" with 2-1/2" Trailer Hitch Receiver # 11029 which is unfinished and can be cut to size and...
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• Where to Attach the Safety Chains After Installing the Fulton Fold-Away Coupler Hinge Kit
  You will need to locate the safety chains before the cut that is made to install the Fold-Away Coupler Hinge, # FHDPB330301, to be in compliance with DOT regulations. Normally the chains are welded to the bottom or side of the trailer framing, and ran forward. I would have a qualified weldor, weld a Safety Chain Loop, # E950, to the bottom of the trailer frame, before the fold way cut, and then attach safety chains, like part # 2118-348-04, with Safety Chain Quick Links, # 2114-553-04....
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• Safety Chain Loops for Westin Perfect Match Series Rear Step Bumper for Toyota Tacoma
  The Westin Perfect Match Series Rear Step Bumper # 31018 does not have safety chain cut outs. For safety chain loops, you can use the Curt Safety Chain Loop # E950. These safety chain loops are a weld on design and have a weight capacity of 4,000 pounds, exceeding the 3,000 pound towing capacity of the bumper. The loops measure 5 inches long x 2 inches wide.
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• Installing Safety Chain Connection Point to Factory Hitch on 1998 Toyota Tacoma
  As long as a qualified welder is used, a Safety Chain Attachment Loop like part # E950 could be welded to the receiver as shown in the photo I provided. Having an amateur welder weld it could result in the hitch being weakened. This would be the best and easiest solution for you. .
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• Could Trailer Safety Chains Attach to the Inside of a Trailer Coupler Channel
  Running safety chains on a trailer on the inside of the channel would be pretty difficult as it would be hard to secure them to the inside of the channel and it would get a bit complicated where the chains come out since they would be right where the coupler attaches to the ball. With that being said, if you can find a qualified fabricator who could securely attach safety chains/cables to the inside of your frame channel what you are asking about would be feasible. You would just...
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• Longer Safety Chain Recommendation for Longer Curt Ball Mount # C45270
  Going with a longer ball mount like the Curt Class III part # C45270 which is 13 inches long will increase the clearance between the tailgate and your trailer jack. In most cases safety chains have enough extra length that it's not an issue but if you need longer safety chains we have the Curt chain part # C80031 which is 47 inches long and has a 5,000 lb capacity. For a weld on loop to install it we have the part # E950.
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• Why Doesn't Titan Disc Brake Kit and Swing-Away Actuator # T4843300 Have Safety Chain Loop
  Since the Titan Disc Brake Kit and Swing-Away Actuator w/ Electric Lockout # T4843300 has a hinge built into it you'd want to attach safety chains to the tongue of the coupler before the hinge and coupler. If you need some we have the part # E950 which have a 4,000 lb capacity each.
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• Trailer Coupler Install Video Request
  I have a video of a very similar coupler as the Coupler part # DL23870 being installed on a trailer that I attached for you to check out. The process will be identical basically. Grade 5 or higher bolts will be all that is needed for installation hardware for the coupler. Grade 8 would also work. I would have a qualified weldor, weld a Safety Chain Loop, # E950, to the bottom of the trailer frame, and then attach safety chains, like part # 2118-348-04, with Safety Chain Quick Links,...
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• 2k Rated Trailer Coupler Recommendation for 3 inch Wide Frame Channel
  We have several 3 inch channel trailer couplers that could work for you (see link). For a 2,000 lb capacity coupler the Dutton Lainson part # DL13728 is a very popular option that would work well. I would have a qualified weldor, weld a Safety Chain Loop, # E950, to the bottom of the trailer frame and then attach safety chains, like part # 2118-348-04, with Safety Chain Quick Links, # 2114-553-04.
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• Why do Safety Chains Have to be Behind Fulton Fold-Away Coupler
  The chains need to be to the rear of the coupler of the Fulton Fold-Away Coupler Hinge Kit for 3" x 3" Tongue - Bolt On - Up to 5,000 lbs # FHDPB330301 because it is a DOT regulation, for which quality and reliability of a product has no bearing. Specifically it requires the chains to be attached to "any point to the rear of the attachment point" based on my research. I have added a link to a video review for you to check out as well of the Fulton Fold-Away Coupler Hinge Kit # FHDPB330301.
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