Wheel Lock Solution for Trailer that Was Stolen that Had Demco Coupler

Published 02/19/2024

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Demco Trailer Coupler - Cast - Adjustable Channel - eZ-Latch - Black - 2-5/16" Ball - 21K

(601)

$75.58

etrailer Trailer Wheel Lock

(370)

$69.47

Question:

Is there any way to lock the coupler to the trailer? A friend had his trailer stolen.. the only thing left was the coupler on the ground. ... I dont know who carries an extra coupler around, but after the fact it seems easier than cutting locks... for less than a hundred bucks for a substitute coupler, and removing 2 bolts scored someone an eleven-thousand-dollar trailer.

asked by: Ww

Expert Reply:

That is a super frustrating story. There isn't really a great way to lock the Demco coupler part # DM14040-81 to a trailer but a better option might be a wheel lock like the part # 288-02020 which would at as a theft deterrant.

Somebody must have really planned out the theft of that trailer though as they had tools to remove the coupler and seemingly had the same coupler or drug it off by the safety chains.

expert reply by: Jameson C