See full version: Convenient Trailer Tongue Hinge For Storage
See the little guide for the chains just under the hitch? That’s a really critical part of safety when using one of these hinges. Their instructions even state: “Route safety chains through guide on bottom of swing tongue. Check that safety chains are long enough to reach a tow vehicle and will not bind or drag during normal towing conditions.”
One of the fundamentals of joints like these is they move in ways other than intended. These are stable and strong, but they also have a touch of play present. That means after you connect it to the hitch on the car, the joint will have some “play” or “rattle” (for lack of a better term). That does not usually matter, but if you’re sensitive, you’ll feel it in the car (especially when going over uneven or bumpy roads).
I was introduced to this product several years ago by one of our trailer plans customers. Then, I was recently re-introduced, and thought you might want to see it as well. For those who need it, this is an easy way to reduce tongue length. It’s a trick for storage that allows the tongue to fold back out of the way.
If you prefer a more stable trailer, bring the tongue weight up to 15%. Check both the Gross Trailer Weight and the Max Tongue Weight to be sure you buy the right coupler. Buy something a little over-kill for safety’s sake if it will fit your application. [links]
Need to store your trailer in a smaller space? Consider adding a trailer tongue hinge like these. It’s helpful, for sure, but has some definite things to consider.
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Converts standard trailer tongues into fold-away configures while preserving the existing coupler
Delivers strength at the pivot point with precisely machined heavy duty hinges made from die cast steel
Easy to install bolt-on application with complete instruction manual
Mount Fold-Away products to trailer tongues made only of steel
Trailer tongues to be 2” x 3” outside dimensions with a material thickness between .188” and .120” [links]
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