Can I Replace the Bolt in My Surge Coupler to Secure it in Place?
Question:
Hello I am in the process of converting my surge brakes to electric hydraulic and I need to disable the surge coupler. I have seen where you recommend drilling out the coupler and installing a bolt to hold it into place. My a-75 has the rolling pin already exposed. Could I just replace that with a bolt to keep it from moving back and fourth?
asked by: Nate
Expert Reply:
I have a solution for you. I went ahead and reached out to my contact at Dexter Axle, and they recommended replacing the surge coupler with a standard weld on or bolt on straight tongue coupler. This is the safest way. They could not confirm for sure whether drilling a hole/installing a bolt would affect the stability or strength of the coupler.
For a standard coupler, I recommend the Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler # CT-3002-Z along with the 2" Hitch Ball # C40004. If you need a hitch recommendation for your vehicle, I would be happy to provide you a recommendation if you can respond with the year/make/model of your vehicle.
Products Referenced in This Question
2" Hitch Ball - 1" Diameter x 2-1/8" Long Shank - Chrome - 6,000 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Trailer Hitch Ball
- Standard Ball
- Chrome-Plated Steel
- 2 Inch Diameter Ball
- 2-1/8 Inch Shank Length
- 1 Inch Diameter Shank
- 6000 lbs GTW
- Class III
- CURT
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - Trigger Latch - Zinc - 2" Ball - Bolt On - 3,500 lbs
- Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler
- Standard Coupler
- 2 Inch Ball Coupler
- Bolt-On
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2-1/2 Inch Channel
- Trigger Latch
- etrailer
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Hydrastar Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator w/ Breakaway and 7-Way RV Harness - 1,600 psi
- Shop: #42 E-Z Lube Spindle w/ Flange for 5.2K to 7K Trailer Axles - 2-1/4" Diameter
- Video: All About the #42 E-Z Lube Spindle w/ Flange for 5.2K to 7K Trailer Axles
- Video: Full Disc Brake Conversion Installation - 2020 Jayco Pinnacle Fifth Wheel
- Shop: Easy Grease Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly for 5.2K & 6K Axles - 12" - 6 on 5-1/2 - Pre-Greased
- Shop: Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel - 15" x 6" Rim - 6 on 5-1/2 - Galvanized Finish
- Shop: Hydrastar Disc Brake Kit w/ Actuator for Triple Axle Trailers - 1/2" Studs - 8 on 6-1/2 - 7K
- Shop: Kodiak Disc Brake Kit - 12" Hub/Rotor - 6 on 5-1/2 - Dacromet - 5,200 lbs to 6,000 lbs
- Shop: Hydrastar Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator Adapter Module for Ford and Chevy Brake Controllers
- Q&A: Can 1600 PSI Pressure from Actuator be Used with Drum Brake Assemblies
- Q&A: Replace Trailer Surge Coupler with Straight Coupler on a Trailer With Surge Brakes
- Video: An In-Depth Look at the Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" Galvanized Wheel
- Search Results: 225/75/r15
- Search Results: 12 drum
- Search Results: brake hose
- Video: Hydrastar Brake Actuator - Electric-Hydraulic Brake Actuator - HS381-9067 Review
- Video: HydraStar Marine Electric Over Hydraulic Actuator Installation
- Q&A: How to Choose Replacement 7,000 lb Trailer Axle
- Video: Feature Breakdown: #84 E-Z Lube Spindle w/ Brake Flange for 3,500-lb Trailer Axle
- Q&A: Parts Needed To Add Hydraulic EOH Disc Brakes to Boat Trailer with 5,200 lb - 6,000 Lb Axle
- Q&A: Dimensions of TRU37FR Replacement E-Z Lube Spindle
- Q&A: Replacement Trailer Spindles to Allow Installation of Different Hubs
- Q&A: Troubleshooting 2018 Ford F-250 Electric Over Hydraulic Trailer Brake Issues
- Article: How to Bleed Your Trailer Surge Brakes
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Search Results: brake actuator
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Search Results: trailer brakes
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Brake Controller
on Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler
