Will the Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator DM8758721 Fit a uhaul Trailer Coupler?
Updated 09/02/2025 | Published 08/06/2025
Question:
i have a old uhaul car hauler, it has a 4inch channel but comes with a 3inch adapter, the first 2 holes are 3 inch center to center. then from the first hole to the 3rd farthest hole is 10inch on center, would the DM8758721 bolt to this? i didnt see any measurements in the pictures or details. thanks a bunch
asked by: Jonathan
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Expert Reply:
Hey Johnathon, thanks for the measurements and the picture. The front two mounting holes on the Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator item # DM8758721 are 3" on center. However, from the front hole to the center of the rear hole is going to be 12-1/2". This is the closest actuator we have that will fit your old uhaul mounting bracket.
How old is that car hauler?
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Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator - Disc - Zinc - 8" Adjustable Channel Center - 8,000 lbs
- Brake Actuator
- Surge Brake Actuator
- Farm Trailer
- Construction Trailer
- Bolt-On
- 8000 lbs GTW
- Channel
- 3 Inch Channel Tongue
- Disc Brakes
- No Lockout
- Demco
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Jerred H.
9/2/2025
Hey Johnathon, did you find a solution for mounting the Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator on your old U-Haul car hauler? I'm curious to know how it worked out, as it could help others with similar setups.