Safety Chains
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Topic: Safety Chains
Posted By: cody91
Subject: Safety Chains
Date Posted: 24 Mar 2014 at 3:39pm
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It seems the safety chains on my trailer are hanging a little low when connected to my TV. I'm concerned it may come in contact with the road and debris while traveling. Has anyone ever tried to shorten the length of the safety chains? Is it a good idea to do that? Thanks Cody |
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Posted By: Boomertype
Date Posted: 24 Mar 2014 at 3:49pm
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As you make turns one side will get closer to the ground and the other side will raise. You can use a simple device to keep them from dragging. Here is an example. http://www.fastwaytrailer.com/other/
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Posted By: Hairy Podders
Date Posted: 24 Mar 2014 at 6:20pm
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Just twist each chain until the length shortens up enough to prevent dragging. Do not twist the 2 chains together. ------------- Darryl, Julie & Lindsey Cooper & Libby- Devoted Canines 2014 RP178 2006 Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon |
Posted By: techntrek
Date Posted: 24 Mar 2014 at 6:46pm
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Ditto. However, DO cross the chains once so it will cradle the hitch if it falls. ------------- Doug ~ '10 171 (2009-2015) ~ 2008 Salem ~ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1723 - Pod instruction manual 
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Posted By: cody91
Date Posted: 24 Mar 2014 at 10:13pm
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Thanks for the advice guys. I'll give each of those a try. |
Posted By: Hairy Podders
Date Posted: 25 Mar 2014 at 7:00am
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+1, what Doug said.... ------------- Darryl, Julie & Lindsey Cooper & Libby- Devoted Canines 2014 RP178 2006 Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon |