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I have a 27ft trailer that loaded weighs 6300 lb cat scan. What size safety chains will I need. I have read the online explanation but I am still confused. The length needed is 36inch before connectors. I would like the convenience of s hooks and not clovis hooks because the opening on my from the factory hitch will not allow a 5/16in clevis hook to go thru the opening on the truck. Can you help me find safety chains for my rig.
asked by: Ray L
Helpful Expert Reply:
Safety chains or safety cables should be rated for the full loaded trailer weight. Most of the safety chains we have that are rated for your 6300-lb loaded trailer weight will have clevis or S hook connectors that are larger than 5/16-inch.
Titan 5K Chain part # TCTSCG30-736-04X1 measures 36-inches from the edge of the end link to the edge of the hook, but the hook's diameter is 3/8-inches which is slightly larger than the 5/16-inch so it sounds like this would not work for you. An adjustable chain kit like 30-inch Tow Ready # 40604 could be used along with multiple quick links like # 750-3204 which are 1/4-inch diameter but these are rated for less trailer weight than you have.
You could use a longer chain like the Buyers Products 9/32 chain # 337B93248SC which is 48-inches and use the included quick links to shorten it. This single chain is rated for 5K so two would give you the capacity you need.
Buyers Products 9/32" x 48" Class 2 Trailer Safety Chain with 2 Quick Link Connectors
1/4" Quick Link - 880 lbs Working Load Limit - Qty 1
36" Long Safety Chain with 1/4" S-Hook with Latch - 5,000 lbs - Qty 1
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