Best Replacement for a 1-7/8" Ball Shelby Industries 5105 Trailer Coupler
Updated 08/07/2025 | Published 07/02/2025
Question:
Im looking for the best replacement for a Shelby Industries 5105 trailer coupler. 1-7/8 ball, 2000 lbs capacity. What can you suggest as a replacement?
asked by: Milton N
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Expert Reply:
Hey Milton. The best replacement for your 1-7/8 ball Shelby Industries 5105 trailer coupler is the Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - Trigger Latch item # CT-2002-Z. This coupler mounts to a 2-1/2" wide channel and has bolt holes spaced 2-1/4" apart on center. It takes a 1-7/8" hitch ball and has a 2,000 lbs capacity.
What kind of trailer do you have?
expert reply by:
Jerred H
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Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler
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Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler - Trigger Latch - Zinc - 1-7/8" Ball - Bolt On - 2,000 lbs
- Straight Tongue Trailer Coupler
- Standard Coupler
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball Coupler
- Bolt-On
- 2000 lbs GTW
- 2-1/2 Inch Channel
- Trigger Latch
- 2-Bolt
- Marine Grade
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Jerred H.
8/7/2025
Hey Milton, how did the Channel Tongue Trailer Coupler work out for your trailer? I'm curious to know if it was the right fit for you, as it could help others in a similar situation.