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Step 4 – Assemble the Sway Brackets
Tools Needed:
• 3/4" Box-end or socket wrench (Link plates and L-brackets)
• Measuring tape
Sway Bracket Location
1. Install the bracket assemblies between 27" — 30" from the center
of the coupler. (Figure 6) This range should allow you to avoid most
obstructions on the trailer tongue like battery supports or propane
tanks.
2. Measure along the frame from the center of the coupler to the
center of the brackets.
3. Both brackets should be the same distance from the coupler.
4. If necessary, relocate items on the frame to allow installation of the
brackets within this range.
Á CAUTION
Do not use an impact wrench to tighten the link plate or
L-bracket bolts.
Assemble the Link Plates
Partially assemble the brackets:
1. Insert one ½" x 4" bolt through the outside link plate going the
opposite direction as the L-bracket mounting bolts.
2. That same bolt should pass through the top hole of the inside link
plate.
3. The bolt heads should fit completely into the recessed slots.
4. Slide a ½" split washer onto the frame bolts and thread on a ½" nut
a few turns. Do not use lock nuts on these bolts. (Figure 7)
Identify your coupler style and follow the correct step for your style.
(Figure 8)
Typical Installation - Top-mounted Couplers
1. Slide the link plate assembly down over the frame hanging from the
top bolt with the mounting bolts facing out.
2. Insert the second ½" x 4" bolt through the open hole closest to the
bottom of the trailer frame. (Figure 9)
27" min / 30" max
Figure 6
Figure 7
Top-Mounted
Inverted
Figure 8
Figure 9
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