Hitch lock and coupler lock

Hey guys,

any recommendations for a ball mount lock and also coupler lock?

right now I just use cotter pin for ball mount and the pin the came with the trailer for the coupler.

I would like two sets and two keys and made in USA is a must

any suggestions?

Thanks

 

Proven Industries makes good stuff....expensive though.

 

anyone have these?

TL80a-locking-hitch-pin-250

https://lockitt.com/trailer-coupler-Lock-TL88A

wondering if all that fits with the tundra set-up underneath

 

I've got this one very happy with and made in the USA
https://www.factor55.com/p-locking-hitch-pin-00037

 

I kinda like the ones that have the redundant cotter pin so your not just counting on the lock to hold it on

 

This is the coupling lock I have because no other style works with my hitch. I would prefer something a little thicker and harder to cut.

https://www.masterlock.com/products/product/2847DAT

And this is the receiver lock I have. No complaints about this one so far.

https://www.masterlock.com/products/product/389DAT

 

I have had one similar to this one for the last couple of years and it has served well. Just pull the cap off and use a little oil or graphite in the key hole every year.

 

wonder where that stuff is made, i didn’t see it listed

 

Yeah, I didn't bother to check. This was the best looking stuff available at my local hitch shop.

 

your right , looks awesome, likely the best on the market , but I have to decide if I want to spend that much

https://www.provenlocks.com/products/receiver-hitch-lock-model-hl1?variant=37678392967364

I don’t see the coupler lock there though that locks the latch down , small pin type

i also wonder if that’s too wide to get at and will be behind the bumper portion of that area

 

Could be other options, depending on how your hitch is set up. My dad just uses a regular combination lock on his boat trailer.

 

Ya I’m trying to get key alike which would be handy , also want to buy once and be done type deal

right now that lockitt set looks pretty good, made in USA , can get them same keys, has redundant cotter pin , not completely stupid pricey

And the key faces out so I think that would be easier

 

$110 AMPLock - U-HLP58 Heavy Duty Trailer Hitch Lock, 5/8" Hitch Pin Lock with Swivel Design, Patented Towing Trailers Hitch Lock for 2"x2" Receiver Tube, Stainless Steel Travel Trailer Hitch Locks

https://www.amazon.com/AMPLOCK-Patented-Receiver-Dimension-Stainless/dp/B00NUNFS6A?crid=282LMYD2YI64U&keywords=amplock&qid=1690238829&sprefix=amplock%2Caps%2C271&sr=8-3&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.18ed3cb5-28d5-4975-8bc7-93deae8f9840

I have this one.

 

From Canada eh?
Ok had to say it , ha

looks nice, pretty pricey

do you have a gen 3 and if so does it work well with the room down there and the bumper indent or are you fighting it if you have big paws?

 

https://youtu.be/iQHfADaPxfA

 

Most trailer locks are very easily broken. As mentioned, Proven industries has probably the best lock design on the market, but you'll pay for it.

I use this design with a ABUS diskus lock.

$43 Blaylock TL-33 Universal Coupler Receiver Lock

https://www.amazon.com/Blaylock-Ame...roducts&qid=1690297035&sr=8-2#customerReviews

A good puck lock would work too. Again, any determined thief can still pry or cut this off with the right tool. It just helps keep honest people honest.

I don't normally bother with a ball mount lock since I don't like how many are designed, and aren't often solid pieces of steel. I just remove the hitch when not in use.

 

thanks guys, I guess I didnt title that right, I wasnt looking for that style of hitch lock.

I meant more of the kind that keeps the trailer couple latch down and locked to be used when actively towing, so when you stop or overnight with it still attached its not as easy as just pulling a pin, at least this would slow or deter

I think Im going to go with that lockitt set match keys so far

 

https://youtu.be/CUmLf-Wsr0o

 

lol, hot knife meet butter

anything can be beat, Im not looking for that much security, just keep the dumbasses from walking away easily

 

Party pooper!

 

Im guessing someone could jsut take a sawzall and slide it between and lock and the coupler latch if they really wanted to, but its better than jsut a pin you slide out which is all I have now

 

that dude could open anything in a min...lol

 

Plus you can add one/two of these to the wheels....

$25 The Stop Shop Trailer Wheel Lock - J-Lock Style

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PHL489T?ie=UTF8

 

https://www.zoro.com/master-lock-receivercoupler-lock-set-12-and-58-in-1481dat/i/G3217532/

Been using a similar Master set for nearly 20 years now and still going strong. Think they are going to last through my life and another generation as well.

 

glad it works for you, I just cant do the china thing if I can help it and there a bunch of made in USA ones around so Im going that way

 

That's cool, I totally get it! However, unfortunately you are still probably going to be supporting China in multiple ways, just the facts if you see the bigger picture. Good luck!

 

Gotcha, and yes those look very nice. You're right any slightly determined thief can still get through it easy, but it will deter some sticky fingers at least. That hitch pin looks nice too, and solid. I normally don't use those as most seem cheap and and easily broken off.

For my coupler latch I use a small brass Master Lock branded one. It works fine, but that one you found is a nicer looking unit.

 

Ok got my stuff from lockitt

it’s super nice, fits perfect and with the key hole facing out you can get to it easier , no more busted knuckles

All keys are alike for both locks and you get nice large sturdy keys , 4 of them

thumbs up!

 

Oof it’s blocking the already hard to reach chain hook