Replace or fix ifor cattle trailer hitch

[dj1991]

As above. Hitch popped off jeep the other day . Never happened before. Was reversing with 2 ton on behind and trailer popped off. I've noticed the key type that secures nrhe ball hitch moves right back when you push it . The triple lock handle slot allows you the ball to ttavet maybe 30 mm. See pics .All advice welcomed. Ps new hitch like for like is 200 plus. Trailer is quite old .
Edit can't attach pic for some reason

 

[dj1991]

See

 

[davidroberts30]

I know its £200 but replace it

 

[Dave W]

Bin it. That's a million years old

 

[davidroberts30]

https://www.ebay.co.uk/p/2000kg-Kno...MIpKCY1pP_4gIVAflRCh0EtgoeEAQYEiABEgJ-l_D_BwE
£40 cheaper

 

[dj1991]

Would it be fair to say the slot that handle lifts up in is allowing the spud that catches ball to rise up off the ball. I'm not against replwreplac but means having to fit conversion plate to match existing hitch holes .

 

[dj1991]

https://www.ebay.co.uk/p/2000kg-Kno...MIpKCY1pP_4gIVAflRCh0EtgoeEAQYEiABEgJ-l_D_BwE
£40 cheaper

What you sent came out at 250 plus postage

 

[Grouse]

You can buy just the hitch end that’s in your pic, it’s only bolted on by one 12mm bolt

 

[dj1991]

Would you be so kind to direct me as I'd be happier that replacing whole hitch

 

[Grouse]

Ours came from Ag machinery dealer around 5 years ago - will see if can find for you - it wasn’t much £50 or so

 

[Grouse]

Here is one - you need the type that fits a draw tube - not a box section one.

This fits a 45/50mm draw tube

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.co.uk/ulk/itm/133023324810

 

[davidroberts30]

What you sent came out at 250 plus postage

Where are you??
157 at your door here

 

[Grouse]

And another https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.co.uk/ulk/itm/263037298215

There are loads listed on eBay

 

[335d]

http://www.autoandtrailer.com/knott-avonride-cast-head-3500kg/

http://www.autoandtrailer.com/knott-avonride-cast-head-2700kg/

http://www.autoandtrailer.com/60cwt-spring-damped-hitch/
Same as your original. These are not approved for a new trailer, but fine to replace your existing one

http://www.autoandtrailer.com/bradley-trigger-springs-repair-kit/

 

[Dave W]

What you sent came out at 250 plus postage

Are the brakes in the same condition as the hitch?

 

[wr.]

@dj1991

Our ancient IW has the same hitch and the same problem. It's the square hole in the sprung catch is the problem. The rest of the hitch is good and tight. We rarely use the trailer but when we do, we put a bolt through the locking hole to stop the handle rising. M10 bolt with nylock nut = pence and the hitch is literally as safe as when it was new.
PS. put a new bolt through the front hole also while you're at it.

 

[dj1991]

Are the brakes in the same condition as the hitch?

Yes.
Normally used behind tractor. Moved using jeep In yard a first time it's happened

 

[dj1991]

Are the brakes in the same condition as the hitch?

Yes.
Normally used behind tractor. Moved using jeep In yard a first time it's happened

 

[Highland Mule]

And we wonder why there's a drive to have MOTs for trailers and the likes. That thing is worn, and is the only thing controlling two tonne of steel at speed. I'm sure I have one as bad here, and I'll be looking around this lazy Sunday afternoon.

Thanks for the reminder OP, there's wearing parts in everything, and the hitch is often the weakest link.

 

[dj1991]

@dj1991

Our ancient IW has the same hitch and the same problem. It's the square hole in the sprung catch is the problem. The rest of the hitch is good and tight. We rarely use the trailer but when we do, we put a bolt through the locking hole to stop the handle rising. M10 bolt with nylock nut = pence and the hitch is literally as safe as when it was new.
PS. put a new bolt through the front hole also while you're at it.

Thanks very much. Can I sound a bit thick here and say it looks like the slot the handle sits over is allowing travel. What causes this out of interest. I was thinking of weld a bar across and reduce slot so not travel unless thumb catch is pushed forward. Would you have a pic of what you are describing please
Thanks replies so far