Recommended Coupler Lock for Big Tex Gooseneck Trailer

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Is this the type of coupler that comes on Big Tex gooseneck trailers? It looks like it to me. I know it is nothing like a BullDog I have had on previous trailers. I’m looking for a lock for it but haven’t found the make anywhere online or on the trailer. All Big Tex says is square tube crank adjustable with 2 5/16” ball. Thank you.

asked by: Andy

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I was not able to locate specific manufacturer information regarding the couplers that are used on Big Tex Gooseneck Trailers like what you have. With that being said, they do look very similar to the Ram Gooseneck Coupler # GCSQTW-30008 that you mentioned, with its square tube design and crank.

If you find that this is what you have, I recommend the Blaylock EZ Lock Gooseneck Coupler Lock # BLTL-55-40D. This coupler lock is designed specifically for Ram gooseneck couplers and features a wide heavy-duty bracket that will fit around its base. A stainless steel padlock is included, along with 2 keys. It measures 11 inches long, 6-1/4 inches wide, and 4-1/2 inches tall.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

The factory hitch on your vehicle is integrated into the factory bumper mounting brackets, so removing the OEM hitch will result in losing your bumper. My contact at Curt tells me that he also had an early 2000's F-150, and he ended up having to…

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Answer 2

I searched online for your 2018 Big Tex and found a picture of it with the EZ Lock Gooseneck Coupler Lock Combo #BLTL-53-40D2 installed so we know this will work well for you!

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It sounds like your Big Tex car hauler trailer uses a collar lock coupler like the Bulldog Collar-Lok Coupler #BD028442. The most secure lock for a coupler like this will be the Blaylock Total-Encasement Coupler Lock. We have part #BLTL-23 for a…

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Answer 4

I do have an option for you but we don't offer any inner tube square gooseneck couplers which measure 3-1/2" x 3-1/2" as this is not a standard size. That said, what you can do is install a new outer tube and inner tube of the standard…

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I have attached the wiring diagrams for the different 7-way connectors used on trailers. I find it best to not reference wiring by color but instead function since depending on who made the wiring harness and who wired the trailer they can vary. As…

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Answer 6

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 7

The Redline Gooseneck Coupler Head #291300 includes a steel pin to secure the 2-5/16-inch hitch ball but the overall cast assembly is made of uncoated cast steel. It offers a 30K capacity.

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Answer 8

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 9

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 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 11

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 12

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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