Coupler 1-7/8" Ball, 2" Channel
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Coupler 1-7/8" Ball, 2" Channel
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Dutton-Lainson Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler - DL23870
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball Coupler
- 2 Inch Channel
- Standard Coupler
- 2000 lbs GTW
- Bolt-On
- Dutton-Lainson
- Trigger Latch
Dutton-Lainson 1-7/8" Trailer Coupler
- Ball Size - 1-7/8"
- Zinc Finish
- Capacity - 2,000 lbs
- Tongue Weight - 200 lbs
- Fits trailer frames that are 2" wide
- Measures 2-1/2" from center to center between channel mounting holes
- Lock (RC2SS) sold separately
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Video of Coupler 1-7/8" Ball, 2" Channel
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for Dutton-Lainson Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler - Standard Coupler - DL23870 Review
Today were going to take a quick look at the Dutton Lainson bolt on trailer Coupler for one and seven eighths inch trailer balls part number dl23870. Again this couplers designed to work with one and seven eighth inch trailer balls. It finished with a zinc plating to help prevent against corrosion. It has a 2,000 pound weight capacity and a 200 pound tongue weight capacity. Its designed to fit with trailer frames that are two inches wide. So well take a quick inside width measurement and well get our two inches.
Overall the coupler has a length of about nine inches. Now its a bolt on unit so theres a pair of bolt holes on either side of the coupler so you can bolt it directly to the frame of your trailer. Theres a chain here and on the end of the chain lanyard youll find a clip that you can insert into this hole to keep the latch from coming open while trailering down the road. You can also use the coupler lock for added security for your trailer either while youre out and about or while you have it in storage. Now were going to show you how the latch system works.
Its a trigger latch where youll have to pull this trigger in order to pull the release out and then you can flip the latch open. As you close the latch the trigger will re-engage and keep the latch from coming open until you pull the trigger. Well take a quick look at the action from the underside. Heres the wedge thats going to secure around the back of the ball. Theres also a nut here that you can loosen or tighten in order to adjust the fit against the trailer ball.
Well pull our latch open and the wedge drops out and back away from the ball. Now we have a one and seven eighths inch ball with us. So well fit it into the coupler and close our latch. The wedge then secures around the back of the ball and provides a good snug fit around the trailer ball to make sure your trailer stays engaged. As we release the latch again the wedge drops open and the ball is free.
Thats it for a quick look at the Dutton Lainson bolt on trailer Coupler part number dl23870.
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Customer Reviews
Coupler 1-7/8" Ball, 2" Channel - DL23870
Average Customer Rating: 4.6 out of 5 stars (27 Customer Reviews)
by: Ken09/23/2022
Bought as a backup.
by: John07/22/2022
Fit the tongue, works great,
by: Joseph 10/11/2021
Only place on the web that I found what I needed! Exact replacement parts for a 40 year old out of production boat trailer, and OEM to boot! Not to mention a fair price.
by: James03/27/2022
Part was correct and shipped quickly!
by: Cory04/07/2021
Good fit bolted up easily. Had to adjust locking mechanism to lock onto ball but now goes on and off good.
by: Fred W09/20/2013
as always item fit great and works great! I will only buy from etrailer
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I have had this coupler on my trailer for just over a year now and it is still working great!! its on a older boat trailer that goes out 2 or 3 times a week. thanks again etrailer
Fred W - 09/21/2014by: Peggy C.05/27/2014
I am in the process of having it put on my trailer. It is what I was looking for. I like the fact that it has a pin with it so I don't have to find a nut and bolt.
by: David04/26/2018
Very nice part at a good price. Bought one at Tractor Supply and had to return it for poor quality and fit. I'll alway use E trailer first. Always best prices on quality parts.
by: Jeana02/07/2013
I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly I received the coupler I ordered. The quality was great, much better than I could find locally. I was happy to purchase an item made in the US.
The customer service was friendly and efficient. Shipping to Hawaii was very reasonable. I couldn't be more pleased with wreak or and recommend them highly!
by: Liz T07/12/2016
You are a life saver. We have looked all over for a coupler that would line up with the holes in the boat trailer. Thank you so much for your great customer service agents too! Ricky went out his way to get me an extra measurement that wasn't online prior to ordering the part. Very grateful.
by: Todd M08/12/2011
Great prices and service was over the top. I was expecting the shipment to take a week or two to get and in 3 days it was at my door. thanks etrailer
totally satisfied customer todd
by: Ronald03/16/2021
All items arrived as schedule, really appreciate the video's showing the product and the measurements, everything fits and are as advertised.
Many Thanks.
by: lori09/11/2013
well built, should last a long time, used this for a log splitter
by: Bob S08/10/2015
Excellent product good instructions fast delivery
by: Deb08/05/2016
The product is usable, but has problems. Takes a while to get it to set on the ball. Would not recommend this product as user friendly.
by: Brian03/23/2014
Prompt shipping and item arrived as described. I have already made another purchase. Would recommend to others.
by: jim v.10/11/2013
great product. replaced one I had with this new one. It went on very easy and fit perfect. It was a really good price and very fast and cheap shipping.
by: John D07/14/2018
Received my new coupler and tires, speedy service and very good product descriptions online helped making purchase decisions. 5 stars
by: robert m04/05/2014
very satisfied with quick delivery. thank you for speeded service.
by: Greg C.09/10/2014
No Complaints. Looks to be good quality.
by: Kevin W.12/21/2011
Coupler functions properly, and the fit is perfect. Holes match up perfectly with the pre-existing holes in the tongue.
by: Jim S.03/17/2012
Item worked just as describrd, perfect fit!
by: Jeff06/17/2021
by: Greg 09/03/2021
Awesome
by: Karl 09/13/2021
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