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etrailer Surge Brake Coupler Lock - 2-1/2" Span - 1/4" Diameter - Chrome
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etrailer Surge Brake Coupler Lock - 2-1/2" Span - 1/4" Diameter - Chrome

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Designed primarily for brake actuators that lock through the body, this lock has a covered keyhole and chrome plating to help prevent corrosion. Steel construction ensures long-lasting dependability. Can be keyed alike to match other etrailer locks. Great Prices for the best trailer tongue lock from etrailer. etrailer Surge Brake Coupler Lock - 2-1/2" Span - 1/4" Diameter - Chrome part number e98887 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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etrailer Trailer Tongue Lock - e98887

  • Latch Lock
  • Keyed Alike
  • etrailer
  • 2-1/2 Inch Span
  • Universal Application Lock

Designed primarily for brake actuators that lock through the body, this lock has a covered keyhole and chrome plating to help prevent corrosion. Steel construction ensures long-lasting dependability. Can be keyed alike to match other etrailer locks.


Features:

  • Coupler lock secures the ball coupler of your trailer brake actuator to deter theft
    • Trailer can't be removed from your tow vehicle when locked onto ball
    • Would-be thieves can't secure your unhitched trailer to their tow vehicle with the coupler locked either
  • Large span is ideal for trailer brake actuators that fit 2" balls
  • Tamper-resistant design
    • Conical shaped housing ensures tight fit against coupler latch
    • Pick-proof screw-and-lock mechanism provides security
  • Rubber end and textured lock core make it easy to grip lock
  • Plastic cap covers key slot to help prevent internal corrosion
  • Sturdy steel construction
  • Chrome finish resists rust and corrosion
  • 2 Reversible, automotive-style keys included
  • Locks can be keyed-alike to match other etrailer locks
    • Select "Keyed Alike" from drop down menu above and enter number of locks into Quantity box
  • Made in the USA


Specs:

  • Application: surge brake couplers that lock through the body
  • Inside pin length (span): 2-1/2"
  • Overall length: 6"
  • Pin diameter: 1/4"
  • 1-Year warranty


etrailer Lock Compatibility

Note:

  • Lock can be keyed alike to match other etrailer locks.
  • To order keyed alike locks, select "Keyed Alike" from drop-down menu above and enter number of locks in Quantity box.


e98887 etrailer Coupler Lock

Alternate part number: 7692




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etrailer Surge Brake Coupler Lock - 2-1/2" Span - 1/4" Diameter - Chrome - e98887

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (156 Customer Reviews)

Designed primarily for brake actuators that lock through the body, this lock has a covered keyhole and chrome plating to help prevent corrosion. Steel construction ensures long-lasting dependability. Can be keyed alike to match other etrailer locks.

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Per E-trailer recommendation, I bought this coupler lock for a Demco 2" EZ latch coupler. The lock adequately secures the coupler to a vehicle when coupled to a 2" ball. However, when the coupler is not connected to a ball the hitch could partially fit over a ball as the lock allows some uncoupling free play.
To reduce the possibility of unauthorized use I used an old 2" ball with the threaded end removed to eliminate this potential issue.



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Lock is great for my boat trailer. It fits tight to the tongue so if someone tried to cut the lock they would not be able to.



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i use this for my boat trailer and holds up great and fits perfect.. i have either broken or bent other brands. i give this a 100% must have.



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Fits but shaft is a little thinner..be great when trailering boat.



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I received excellent customer service from Brenden C. The 2-1/2" trailer coupler lock fits perfectly on my trailer with bulldog-type hitch coupler (excellent fit/very secure). The keyed-alike option makes life easy - only 1-key for all locking devices. I highly recommend etrailer.com (great people providing excellent customer service!)



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Easy to install and I like the way the key tightens the axle of the lock. I did make one easy modification for my use. I added a nut as a spacer so when locked, no part of the axle shows. This makes it a little more difficult for someone to saw off the thinner axle part. See two pictures attached.



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Great Product! We ordered 6 of these for our fleet of trailers. Very convenient with all the same key. Also purchased the matching coupler locks.
We are very happy with both the products AND customer service at etrailer. They are our first and only call for trailer supplies.



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Great lock customer service is top notch and very fast turnaround around time



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Neil was great to work with. I had lost one of my locks and needed to get a replacement with the same key pattern as ones I had previously ordered. Neil got me hooked up and I am very happy.



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Exactly what I needed. Thanks,



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Durable and easy to use. Really wanted a keyed-alike locks for the hitch and the trailer coupler, and etrailer was able to make that happen. I'm sure someone with the right equipment and a big set of balls could cut through these if they really wanted to, but so far that hasn't happened. Makes me feel a lot better knowing that my trailer is going to be there when I'm doing fishing 99% of the time.



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This lock fits my Nitro (Tracker Marine) trailer perfectly. Keep in mind that it doesn't provide protection from someone who wants to break it. But it provides a deterrent from vandalism. It's nice to know when you see it still in place that no one has messed with your hitch.



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While etrailer has really great products of which this is only one, of the highest value to me is the quality and integrity of their people. I contacted them via the online purchase portal asking for different products and multiples of those products all keyed alike resulting in a dozen items with one key. Well it did not do as planned on my end but in the end and with no monetary compensation at all I have what I hoped for all untangled skillfully by Victoria G. I will never hesitate to make my purchases at etrailer, a customer for life!



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Was looking for multiple trailer locks that fit Bulldog style hitches - but wanted them keyed the same. This is the only place I found where that is available. The locks arrived and fit perfectly - 2 1/2" span. I recommend, especially if you want multiple locks with the same key pattern.



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Great trailer hitch lock - exactly what I wanted and needed. Only thing that could have made my shopping experience faster would be pictures and names of different types of trailer hitches. I wasn't sure about 7692 until I watched one of the videos that clearly showed the lock on my hitch. I don't know how many different types/styles/designs of trailer hitches there are so I don't know how many locks would NOT work on my hitch. Sometimes you have to shop by 'process of elimination' but if you don't know how many products are wrong, it's tough to know which is right.



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Locks arrived on-time and work great.



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High quality, affordable price, fit perfect on my boat trailer..

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Rodney

7/25/2021

Still working like new a year later...



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The product is the only one I have found for the Bulldog hitch. It would be perfect if it were a quarter inch shorter. Leaves room for a cutter to get in there. Easily remedied. As for service, etrailer has been the best for All of my trailer needs!



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This is nice - quick way to secure the trailer coupler. I thought that twisting the key a few times would be more hassle than just the push and click type. I found I could just hold the key in twist the other end - as they do in their video! Duh. It is nice they come in various lengths and you can get them with the key coded to their receiver lock. Now if they could just make a lock that covers the ball too and use the same key - that would be great. Can't have too many locks on your trailer. This now lives on my trailer - I did use some light oil in the lock to make it easier to use down the road.



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Already had one that I was pleased with.
Needed
keyed alike locks for 4 trailers. Was able to swap a new key mechanism with my old pin.



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This is just what I was looking for. Fits my surge brake coupler on my MasterCraft boat trailer. I wish was stainless steel like my drawbar hitch one that I got from ETrailer, but it still looks good and will do what I need.



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Works great!



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Surge brake coupler lock has worked perfectly. I take my boat out almost every day for the last year and the lock shows no signs of wear and tear for this daily use.



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Have used locks like these on my boat and utility trailers for years now with no problems with them. Although these could probably be defeated with a hacksaw, combining them with a locking hitch insert and a clamping wheel lock gives me more peace of mind leaving the trailer somewhere.



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Fast shipping on my tongue lock, 2.5" and 2", keyed alike (nice option etrailer offers). Easy to use if you turn the side opposite the key to close then lock. Key comes out every quarter turn. Doesn't just lock on like most tongue locks, must be turned about 3 rotations. Nice product though. Bought some extra rubber dust caps as they are usually the first to go after a year or so. Just need to see how it will hold up to N.E. winters.


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