Coupler Pin Lock Recommendation to Protect Against Bolt Cutters

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Coupler pin locks. what do u carry that is hardened to resist binging cut with bolt cutters?

asked by: Craig

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The best defense against bolt cutters for coupler pin locks is to go with a coupler lock that fits the coupler latch so tight that a bolt cutter couldn't fit.

The part # e98885 has span of just 1/2 an inch so it would be hard to get bolt cutters on the pin to cut it.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I went out into our warehouse and pulled a Stainless Steel Trailer Coupler Lock #e98885 and found that the overall diameter of the unit is 1-1/8 inches.

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Answer 2

The Master Lock 1-7/8", 2", and 2-5/16" Trailer Coupler Lock #ML377KA is designed to fit most trailer couplers which use a flat lip. You will simply need to measure your coupler lip to ensure it is not more than 5/8" away from the…

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Answer 3

We sure can, but the Master Lock #605DAT lock you'd looked at isn't available keyed alike. We do have options for keyed alike coupler locks, however. I'd recommend a latch lock such as the etrailer brand #e98890 for a 7/8 inch span or…

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Answer 4

Here is a list of different length 1/4" pin locks we offer which can be keyed alike. 1/2" Long Pin Lock #e98885 7/8" Long Pin Lock #e98890 2" Long Pin Lock #e98886 2-1/2" Long Pin Lock #e98887 3-3/8" Long Pin Lock…

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Answer 5

Yes, the best way to deter thieves with bolt cutters is to use a very short pin lock in the latch part #e98885. This etrailer.com stainless steel coupler lock only measures a 1/2" span and will not give the thief room to use the bolt cutters to…

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Answer 6

We don't have exactly what you're looking for, but I may have a solution for you. The etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver & Coupler Lockset #e99039 has both a hitch receiver lock and a coupler lock that are keyed alike. However, they are not…

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Answer 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

That's a very good question, we tend to be extra cautious and say to use 10 gauge wire because that would be more than enough. When you get into longer trailers that will end up using a lot of wire the heavier gauge wire becomes more necessary.…

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Answer 11

Hey Patrick, those dimensions don't appear to be anywhere from what I can find. While I can't give you that info, I can say that as long as the bearings fit, and you have a #11 or #12 spindle, then the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly…

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Answer 12

First you will need to remove the old hydraulic equipment. Remove the surge coupler or actuator, remove all the lines, and finally remove the brake assemblies. If you have 10 inch diameter hub and drums, you may need to replace those as well. If you…

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