Safety Chain Extenders and Replacement Chain Option For Extended Weight Distribution Hitch

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I’m getting a new weight distribution hitch and I’m pretty sure I will have to extend the safety chains. I would prefer to replace the entire chains but my chains are threaded thru a loop welded to the trailer frame. Current chains are 5/16 43 proof 11,500 break. I would like to upgrade to 3/8 70 proof chain. What and how do you recommend attaching to the trailer frame. Current chain is thru a loop which is welded to frame.

asked by: Bruce U

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Typically most trailer safety chains will be long enough for use with a weight distribution hitch. We do have the Wiring and Safety Chain Extension Adapter Kit # PR34QR that will help with certain extra long weight distribution hitches.

Since you have a Safety Chain Clip # 337SC38B welded to the frame you will need to cut your current chains from the clip to install a 3/8" 70 Proof Chain # 63451 like you are wanting. These chains are 36" long and can be attached with the Quick Links # 37201335 to your current loop.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

You can use quick connect links, but the Tow Ready #348749M aren't the best choice since they have a 5000-lbs break strength. Since you're likely using 10k chains, I recommend using the Blue Ox 1/2" Quick Link for Safety Chains…

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Answer 2

The diameter of the threaded portion of the Curt 7/16 Inch Quick Link, #C82931, is .504 inches, just over a 1/2 inch. I do not think that this will fit through the link in your chain. Depending on the exact measurement of the gap, you may be able to…

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Answer 3

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 4

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 5

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 6

To determine the size of the brake assemblies you need you have to measure the depth and width of the hub drum on the axle like what you see in the picture I attached. The most common size is 2-1/4 inch wide like the #T4071600-500 that you…

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Answer 7

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 8

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 9

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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Answer 10

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 11

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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Answer 12

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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