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How should a trailers safety chains be attached to the towing car?
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∙ 7y ago
They should crisscross each other beneath the ball hitch, thus forming a cradle in case the ball and tongue should separate. The idea here is to keep the towing vehicle and the trailer as one unit. Never go anywhere without those chains attached.
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Your hitch should have slots designated for the chains.
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