How to Hook up a U-Haul trailer
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Follow along with the video above to learn how to hook up a non-braked trailer to your vehicle of choice or U-Haul rental truck.
8 Steps to Hook Up a Trailer
- Loosen the hand knob completely
- The coupler should engulf the ball
- Push up from the bottom to engage the spring, and press the safety latch making it easy to tighten the knob
- Push back on the trailer and re-lighten
- Feed the chain through or around the hitch structure
- Fasten S hook into a chain link, and secure the rubber retainer over the S hook
- If the chain drags, shorten by hooking into a further link or twist the chain
- Check your brakes, turns and flasher
Frequently Asked Questions
What size hitch ball do U-Haul trailers and towing equipment need?
U-Haul couplers take either a 2" or 1-7/8th" ball. The ball must also be rated for the total weight that will be towed.
What hitch ball height is required for U-Haul trailers?
The optimal ball height for towing U-Haul trailers is 18½ to 18¾ inches. This is measured from the ground to the middle of the hitch ball, prior to connecting the trailer. If the hitch ball height of your tow vehicle needs to be lower or higher, U-Haul has a variety of different sized and adjustable ball mounts available to achieve the appropriate height.
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