Is It Possible To Replace Shelby 5128 Coupler with 2 Ball Coupler?

Updated 04/24/2023 | Published 04/22/2023

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Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - Trigger Latch - Zinc - 1-7/8" Ball - Bolt On - 2,000 lbs

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Question:

Can you replace a Shelby 5128 coupler with another to accept a 2 inch ball? Trailer channel is 2 inches wide with bolts 2 1/4 on center.

asked by: Bob C

Expert Reply:

Yes, but all of the the couplers for 2" wide channels and 2" hitch balls use a different bolt spacing than the 2-1/4" spacing your Shelby 5128 coupler uses.

However you can still use a 2" ball coupler like # DL13835 which has a 3" bolt spacing, but you'll just need to drill holes as needed.

If drilling holes is a no-no for you, then you'll need to stick with your existing coupler, or replace it with another 1-7/8" coupler like # CT-2001-Z which uses the same 2-1/4" spacing as your current coupler.

expert reply by: Samuel C