Extending Safety Chains
If I need to extend (or replace) the safety chains on my trailer, do I use the loaded weight of the trailer to determine what capacity of the safety chain/cable I need? Thanks!
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No, you would only be holding up the tongue weight and tow weight of the trailer. Tow weight is not even close to lifting weight of the trailer even with full lock up on the brakes.
Shock loads can be pretty high when coming off of the hitch though. I think mine is 3/8" chain and it's pretty good quality.
Shock loads can be pretty high when coming off of the hitch though. I think mine is 3/8" chain and it's pretty good quality.
