Recommended Safety Chains for 3,000 Lb Boat Trailer
Updated 06/10/2020 | Published 06/09/2020
Question:
I need to replace my boats safety cable chains the cable chains that are on there now are frame but I do not know how to choose the correct size chain to replace it with my boat weighs 3000 pounds and I measured a line from where the chains both up to the trailer to the back of my receiver hitch and it’s 34 inches but that’s a straight line I know I need room to cross them in some slack what size do you recommend
asked by: Tony
Expert Reply:
The 72" Long Safety Chain with S-Hooks part # TCTSCG30-772-04x2 can be cut in half to provide you with two suitable safety chains for a boat trailer. There won't be any issues with weight as they have a 5,000 lb capacity or length as each end will be 36" long.
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72" Long Safety Chain with 1/4" S-Hook with Latch - 5,000 lbs - Qty 1
- Trailer Safety Chains
- 1/4 Inch Diameter
- Standard Trailer
- 72 Inch Long
- 5000 lbs
- Single Chain
- Snap Hooks
- Titan Chain
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