Installation of Fulton Fold-Away Coupler Kit # FHDPW350300 and Will it Work On an Aluminum Trailer

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Fulton Fold-Away Coupler Hinge Kit for 3" x 3" Trailer Tongue - Weld On - Up to 5,000 lbs

(1000)

$102.79

Fulton Fold-Away Coupler Hinge Kit for 3" x 3" Tongue - Bolt On - Up to 5,000 lbs

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$126.94

Question:

Is this product compatiable with aluminium? How does it get ahered to the trailer whenyou cut the main shaft??

asked by: Carl H

Expert Reply:

The Fulton Fold-Away Coupler Hinge Kit, Weld-On, part # FHDPW330300, is not for use on an aluminum frame trailer. It would need to be welded to a steel frame trailer only.

On an aluminum trailer you would need to check with the trailer manufacturer if a bolt-on hinge kit can even be used due to strength and stability. If it can, you can use the Fulton Fold-Away Coupler Hinge Kit, Bolt-On, part # FHDPB330301. This will fit the 3 inch x 3 inch tongue you have referenced.

To install the Fulton Fold-Away Coupler Hinge Kit, Bolt-On, part # FHDPB330301, to the trailer you would simply cut the trailer tongue at the point at which you want it to pivot, and then slide the two sides of the hinges over the newly cut ends. They will slide on about 3 inches on each side. The hinge kit would then be secured by bolting each end to the trailer tongue.

To determine the maximum pivot length for your particular trailer, I recommend taking a look at the chart on the product page for hinge kit # FHDPW330300. This chart will help you determine the maximum pivot length for the weight of your trailer.