Does The Lock N Roll Trailer Hitch and Coupler Affect Backing Up The Trailer?

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is the Lock N Roll Hitch and coupler system squirrely to back up a 16foot cargo trailer in snow with the articulation feature?

asked by: Lynn W

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The Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler # 336TS504 along with the Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch # 336VS503505 is no more difficult to back up a trailer than a standard ball and coupler. As there is less resistance in the motion of this coupler you also do not have to worry about the trailer sticking on the ball mount and not turning especially in the snow when you begin to turn and the rear end of the vehicle begins to slide.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

Yes, you could use the Trailer Hitch Extender for 2" Hitch Receivers #e48YR with a Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch like part #336VS503505, but you'll be reducing the capacity of your vehicle's trailer hitch by 50%. If the trailer hitch is…

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Answer 2

I spoke with my contact at Lock N Roll about the Lock N Roll Articulating Hitch part #336VS503505 and they were not quite sure what measurements you are looking for nor was I. That said, I went out to our warehouse for you and jotted down a few…

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I looked up pictures of the front of your 2018 NuCamp Tag Boondock Edition and it uses a standard A-frame style coupler like what the Lock N Roll Articulating Coupler #336TS504 is designed to fit so this would work well for you. You'd have to…

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I'm assuming you're speaking of a 2 inch drop on the ball mount you're currently using, is that correct? If so, the #336VS503505 Lock N Roll articulating ball mount you'd looked at would allow for a 2 inch drop to properly level your…

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I've got the best combination of parts for you to get your trailer setup for off-road towing! Here is a list of the parts I recommend using: - Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension 3.5K #ASR35HDS02 - OR - 5.2K #T99GR - Lock N Roll Coupler A-Frame…

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Answer 6

Since your 2020 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited does't have a tow package, there are a few parts you'll need to install before you can use a brake controller, but I can recommend ones that will require little to no splicing, to make the install as…

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The #336VS503515 comes with the adjustable channel bracket along with the adjustable channel mount and bolts. You will need to install the channel mount in the appropriate rise/drop position since it does not come fully assembled. It looks like you…

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Hi Scott; the Bulldog Cast Head Coupler w/ Wedge Latch #BDA200C0317 does not have the same functionality as the eZ-Latch. If you want an adjustable channel mount coupler that lets you hook up when the latch is in the closed position you can use the…

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Answer 9

Based on the images you sent in it appears your 2005 Starcraft RT10 does not use a traditional A-Frame coupler so the Lock N Roll #336TS504 will not work for your application. Instead you will need to measure the width between your frame rails the…

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Answer 10

Hey Timothy, since you need about 15 inches of extension and you have a Lock N Roll setup your best option would be just to go with the part #336TS520 which has 15 inches of extension built into it. Would that work for you?

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Your 2017 JK Wrangler won't have the connector at the rear for the #42145 unless it was equipped with the factory tow package. No worries, though. We can make this happen with a minimum of hassle, though it's not quite plug-and-play.…

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Hi Joe; the correct kit depends on your axle diameter and leaf spring configuration. I don't have a way of knowing which axles are on your 2021 Keystone Passport 219BH so you will have to identify them first. For both kits the leaf springs must…

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