Replacement For 8,000 lb A-Frame Trailer Coupler With 2-5/16 Inch Hitch Ball

Updated 02/25/2025 | Published 08/17/2022

Question:

I have a trailer with a Fulton 43-805c coupler on it. It is 2. I have been searching for just the coupler for it since its bolted in. I would like to find a 2-5/16. I can send pictures

asked by: Jamie N

Expert Reply:

Thanks so much for the photos, and there isn't a replacement for just the front coupler portion of the long-discontinued coupler you have. So in order to switch out from a 2" to a 2-5/16" coupler attachment, you will need to replace the entire coupler. Since yours looks to be bolted on, you can remove it and replace it with another bolt-on coupler that accepts a 2-5/16" hitch ball:

- Curt QuickPin No Latch A-Frame Trailer Coupler # C84DR

The # C84DR is the easiest way to change your coupler to accept a 2-5/16" hitch ball since there isn't an a way to replace just the front coupler part.

expert reply by: Kyle S

Fulton 43-805C Trailer Coupler
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Fulton 43-805C Trailer Coupler #2
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Chad

2/25/2025

Is there a bolt on replacement for the 2 in? I need a new front piece that is the same 2 in as the previous guy. But I'm just going back with 2 in not changing to 2 5/16 .

Jon G.

2/25/2025

@Chad We have some replacement bolt-on 2" couplers that can be used for your trailer. I recommend going with the Demco eZ-Latch coupler which comes in Silver # DM14793-52 as well as Black # DM14793-81. All of the other 2" coupler options require welding to install.