Replacement For Shelby 5135 Coupler With 3 Channel
Updated 11/24/2025 | Published 05/28/2019
Question:
I need a replacement tongue for my trailer it is a 2” ball with 3” channel with 2 bolts 3” center Shelby 5135
asked by: Daniel J
Expert Reply:
I recommend etrailer.com Channel Tongue Coupler part # CT-5003-Z to replace the Shelby 5135 coupler. The etrailer.com coupler has a channel width of 3" and takes a 2" ball. It also has 3" from center of bolt hole to center of bolt hole which are the dimensions of your Shelby coupler.
Craig
11/24/2025
How far down are the mounting hole from the inside top of the coupler? My Shelby 5135 is 1" down and all the couplers I've found in stores are 3/4" down. I really don't want to drill new holes in my trailer.
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Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - Trigger Latch - Zinc - 2" Ball - Bolt On - 5,000 lbs
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- 2 Inch Ball Coupler
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- 5000 lbs GTW
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Joel
9/26/2024
I have a Shelby 5135 that I would like to replace with something maybe 2' longer. The purpose would be so that I don't have to back my trailer so far in to launch/load exposing my truck wheels to the salt water. I live in St Helena Island, SC. Any thoughts? TIA Joel