Can Older Marvel Trailer Coupler Be Repaired
Question:
Hello, I just recently got a trailer that is missing the lever to lock the coupler on the ball. I see you have quite a few different replacements but I’m not sure if any will work for my coupler or which one I would need. I was wondering if I send a picture of my coupler if you could potentially identify what parts I would need. I would just replace the whole coupler but the one I have is welded to the trailer and has the vin number stamped into it. So that doesn’t seem like an option. I think it’s a marvel brand coupler probably from the 70s or 80s. Thanks
asked by: Derek
Expert Reply:
Thank you for the photos!
It looks like Marvel used to be associated with Atwood and they went out of business a while ago. We have some similar coupler styles but I'm not seeing that any of our repair kits having the same design as your coupler so what I recommend doing is replacing the coupler completely. Any official markings for the trailer should be on the frame but if they are on the coupler then you might try taking a photo of it and keeping it with the trailer and/or having that vital information cut off of the current coupler and then having it welded to the frame of the trailer so it's easily accessible.
For a replacement coupler I recommend the Demco Cast Head Coupler w/ Jack Hole # DM37ZR because it has the eZ-Latch system so you just have to drop the coupler on your hitch ball - you don't have to lift the lever prior to connecting your trailer.
Attached is a review/installation video for you to check out!
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Demco Cast Head Coupler w/ Jack Hole - eZ-Latch - 2" Ball - A-Frame - Bolt-On - 10K
- A-Frame Trailer Coupler
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