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rvshrinker
Explorer III
Jul 11, 2020

How do I know if my trailer coupler is adjusted correctly?

For about a year I had a very hard time getting the coupler to open or close over the ball. Then I learned these couplers are adjustable. I loosened mine a little and now it opens and closes (and lock...
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GrandpaKip
Explorer II
Jul 11, 2020
Attach the coupler to your TV, then raise the the tongue with the jack. If it picks your TV up, you are probably fine. Look underneath to see how the coupler is fitting under the ball.
Take just the ball, close the coupler and see how it fits, how much movement there is.
I’d do the ball solo first.

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