How to Extend Trailer Safety Chains that are Too Short to Reach Loops in Hitch Receiver

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The chains on my trailer are about 1 link too short of reaching the holes in the trailer hitch on my truck. What do you have that I can hook in the hitch holes so that the chain will reach?

asked by: David C

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If you want to just add on some sort of extension you can use Safety Chain Quick Link # C82932 which has a working load limit of 3300-lbs. This will give you about 3-inches additional length.

Ideally trailer safety chains will be one continuous chain, without additional connection points or extenders. The best solution is to replace your safety chains with new ones of the appropriate rating and length, such as TowReady # TR63035 (sold as a single piece) which is 72-inches long and that has a 1650-lb safe working load limit.

expert reply by: Adam R

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Hey Joe, thanks for all of the details you mentioned. The Bulletproof Hitches Safety Chains part #BPH94MR that you referenced would be exactly what you are looking for. These are 38 inches long and are 5/16 inch in diameter as well. For a set of…

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Answer 2

I have been unable to find anyone who sells these type of connections. I was able to find an article where they replaced the Warner Plug you have with the more standard 7-Way RV Style Connector #H20046. I feel that replacing those connectors with the…

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Answer 3

I definitely understand how safety chain capacities and determining exactly what chain rating you need for your trailer can be a bit confusing. To keep it as simple as possible, safety chain requirements state that the breaking strength of EACH…

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Answer 4

It really depends on your setup, if the safety chain loops on your tow vehicle are spaced far apart then you will need more slack to make a tight turn then if they were closer together. What I would recommend you do is connect your trailer to your…

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Answer 5

There is no problem using a 2-1/2" to 2" Receiver Reducer Sleeve #e26YR with a weight distribution hitch. This way you will not need to replace your Shank #C17132 unless you have a significantly taller receiver on your new 3/4 ton truck.…

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Answer 6

Hey Brent! I've got a couple of options for you. The only jack we have with that capacity that is going to be that short is the Bulldog Square Jack w/ Footplate item #BD96FR. It's 19-15/16" when retracted, however it can not be connected…

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Answer 7

The benefits of an Equal-I-zer hitch over the e2 is primarily the improved 4-point sway control of the Equal-I-zer. The 4-point sway control utilizes steel on steel friction at the arms as well as in the hitch head to stop sway. The e2's 2-point…

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Answer 8

Hey Todd. The best way to extend your 7-way connector is to use the TorkLift Wiring Harness Extension item #TLW6021. This is essentially an extension cord for your vehicle's 7-way connector. It measures 24" long. Or you can purchase the…

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Answer 9

You can try using quick-links to add length to your safety chains, but your best option is going to be to use a different set of chains that are longer. For a 27 inch long chain rated at 5K, go with the #2118-605-04. For a 48 inch chain with the same…

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Answer 10

Yes, you can upgrade the 4.3 inch monitor of your Furrion setup to the 7 inch #FR47FR or the #FR97FR for the 5 inch. This will work great and give you an easy to view monitor.

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For a front hitch for your 2023 Ford F-350 dually I recommend the Draw-Tite #65076. This is going to be the only front hitch we offer that will fit the DRW models. This has a 2" receiver and a 500 lb vertical load limit. As far as installation,…

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Answer 12

We have a folding trailer tongue hinge that could work for the purpose you describe, as long as your trailer frame isn't constructed of aluminum. You could use the Fulton Fold Away Coupler Hinge, part #FHDPW330300. The hinge kit is designed for 3…

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