How to Hook Up a U-Haul Trailer
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- Опубліковано 23 бер 2022
- It's an effortless process to hook up a U-Haul trailer. You can do it yourself!
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Does uhaul install the trailer on the hitch for you?
Absolutely! Visit us at uhaulhitches.com
Yes they do, it is bit costly but it is very smooth.
Nice and simple, thank you
Don't forget to inspect all 4 tires and add proper air before your trip
Great tip!
What size drop ball hitch would I need for a 2017 ram 1500 with 20 inch wheels
Thanks
I always wondered if you could feed the chains through the attachment point and hook them back onto themselves if they were too low to the ground. I like that better than twisting them. Thanks for the tip!
Yes you can!
Does U-haul recommend lubricating the hitch ball?
Thank You for good video. I dint see a spot for a lock. How do you secure the trailer to the car so you can "safely" leave it overnight at a hotel's parking lot and such? Thanks.
You use a padlock and put it though the chains so it can’t be removed from the vehicle, also padlock on the back of the trailer opening
how high or low should the trailer hitch ball be from the ground? i heard 18" but this looks much lower?
Theres no rules other than the trailer must be leveled
What about when it's full? I imagine a jack of some sort will be necessary. And is the 6x12 easy to lift as well?
I couldn’t lift it. Definitely need some type of Jack.
@@christianowens3015 Nah, I've lifted them multiple times since posting that. It's not easy. But it works.
@@ballwizz23 maybe you are better than me. But when mine was full, I couldn’t lift it.
@@christianowens3015 Oh, no! I meant the empty 6x12. Not the full 5x8. There's no way I could lift that! lol.
how high/tall does the coupler need to be off the ground to be level? does it vary on the uhaul trailer?
i found the answer: 18".
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Pretty sure it depends on what size uhaul you get. I believe that info is on the uhaul website tho. I was thinking about renting one for some furniture and it had a lot of handy info there
According to U-Haul‘s website most of them want an ideal height of 18 inches from the hitch to the ground
I rented this trailer today and will be doing a 5hr trip one way so a total of 10hrs round trip mostly freeway. The trailer says maximum speed 55mph. Is that true? If I can’t exceed 55mph on the freeway with the trailer then this trip will probably take me 15 hours.
Is that really the maximum safe speed with this trailer?
You could...but you're stupidly putting others at risk as well as whatever your hauling. Buy the bigger size and do it properly would be my suggestion
Can you lock that coupler to the ball? It does t look like it has a spot to put a lock
Many trailers have a way to be locked to your vehicle with a lock sold on the shelf at your local U-haul Hitch center #2847DAT. Or with a bike lock like this one, www.uhaul.com/MovingSupplies/Bike-Rack-Accessories/6ft-(1-8m)-Long-x-5-16in-(8mm)-Diameter-Python-Adjustable-Locking-Cable/?id=17310 , also sold off the shelf. You can use the handle Aaron is lifting the trailer up with to lock the trailer to the safety chain eyes on your vehicles hitch for the evening and remove before you begin towing again!
I am concered about the security of the trailer. Do people disconnect the trailer and steal it? What to do to prevent? I will be going coast to coast and dont want to loose my stuff. Also, what if they break the lock in the back?
The various trailers available for rent can use different styles of tongue and therefore will use different types of locks. Your local U-Haul center has several locks that can be purchased to lock the trailer to the vehicle, as well as padlocks to secure the cargo door.
@@trailerhitches thank you, I checked and Uhaul is extremely expensive. I will be getting an RV instead. More room, comfortable and less money!
How can you lock the trailer to the tow vehicle. There is no hitch locking hole??
Put a padlock on the chain.
what type of connection do I need ? 4 way or 7 way to connect the trailer wire ?
All of our U-Haul equipment uses a 4-Flat trailer connector.
how can we fill gas while towing a U Haul 5*8 trailer ?
@@Ketan74847 just go to the gas station like you normally would. You may block the pump behind you (if there is one) but people do it all the time where I live
What ball size is needed for 6x12 trailer?
2” just picked one up today
What if it's too heavy and I can't pull it up
Make sure the trailer is empty before trying to lift and grab a second set of hands if available.
Can I use my Ford Focus 2014 Sedan? Is it able to pull the U-Haul Trailer?
I'd say check out your drivers manual for your specific trim level. Generally, the more horsepower and torque you have the more you can tow. You should be okay to at least tow a 4x8 as long as it is within the designated weight limit.
@@shalomsims5578 Ford Sedan:
Base engine size: 2.0 liters
Engine: 2.0L I-4
Base engine type: I-4
Horsepower: 160 hp
A Focus?? Instead of renting a trailer,buy a different car instead
Does this process still work with the full trailer?
Its unlikely you can manually lift a loaded trailer since 10% of the weight in the trailer will be added to the tongue. It is advised to Hook the trailer up to the towing vehicle prior to loading, Which your U-Haul representative will do and document when Renting the trailer.
@@trailerhitchescan a trailer jack be mounted to the tongue?
What size ball does that trailer use?
Our Trailers fit 1 7/8th and 2 inch hitch balls!
What size ball will I need for a 5x8 trailer
We recommend a 2" ball.