Landrover Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 I was looking at the new owners photos taking delivery. I noticed that Oliver went back to break away chain’s instead of cables. If so, good change out, 2 Grant 2022 GMC Denali 2500 HD 2019 Elite 11😎
Mainiac Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 Why do you think chains are better than cables? I have been pleased with the 'coiled' cables as they never drag the ground and stretched in tight turns. I have other trailers with chains and always adjusting so they don't drag. Are chains stronger?
Calypso Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 I do not remember who said it, but I believe that Tennessee requires chain.
Landrover Posted February 12, 2020 Author Posted February 12, 2020 11 hours ago, Mainiac said: Why do you think chains are better than cables? I have been pleased with the 'coiled' cables as they never drag the ground and stretched in tight turns. I have other trailers with chains and always adjusting so they don't drag. Are chains stronger? This was a thread about chains vs cables a few months ago. As is to all its a personal choice. I thought it interesting that Oliver made the change. Grant 2022 GMC Denali 2500 HD 2019 Elite 11😎
Trainman Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 We we got our new Elite II last year the cables were to first thing to go. It's not that they don't work, but the hassle of dealing with them was like trying to handle an Anaconda snake, if you know what I mean. trainman 2019 RAM 1500, 5.7 Hemi, 4X4, Crew Cab, 5'7" bed, Towing Package, 3.92 Gears. Oliver was sold.
PAndrews Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 Good morning guys. Yes the state of Tennessee now requires that any trailer manufactured in TN have safety chains. Thus, the switch back to chains. - Phil A. 1 Phillip Andrews Oliver Travel Trailers Sales and Delivery Specialist
John E Davies Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 1 hour ago, Trainman said: We we got our new Elite II last year the cables were to first thing to go. It's not that they don't work, but the hassle of dealing with them was like trying to handle an Anaconda snake, if you know what I mean. trainman ??? I don’t find the cables to be a problem, I do like how they stay off the ground and don’t rattle. I do not like how you cannot crisscross them under the ball. What especially was the issue with your cables? Thanks. John Davies Spokane WA 1 SOLD 07/23 "Mouse": 2017 Legacy Elite II Two Beds, Hull Number 218, See my HOW TO threads: Tow Vehicle: 2013 Land Cruiser 200, 32” LT tires, airbags, Safari snorkel, Maggiolina Grand Tour 360 Carbon RTT.
Ken_Judy Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 It would be interesting to see how that regulation came about. Things like this usually don't just come about out of thin air. I like the cables. they hold up the whale tail on my Andersen. Do you think some chain manufacturer in Tennessee put a bug in some politicians ear?
bhncb Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 In the event of a coupling failure, crossed cables will not hold the tongue up and prevent it from digging in.
BackofBeyond Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 I like the cables, chains are fine also - have them on all my other trailers - but I'm not changing them out just cause. Cindy, Russell and "Harley dog" . Home is our little farm near Winchester TN 2018 Oliver Legacy Elite II - 2018 GMC 2500 Duramax "Die young - As late as possible"
BackofBeyond Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 However, if the law has changed, seems Oliver should provide the chains, Think I'll give them a call. Cindy, Russell and "Harley dog" . Home is our little farm near Winchester TN 2018 Oliver Legacy Elite II - 2018 GMC 2500 Duramax "Die young - As late as possible"
jo79RI Posted February 12, 2020 Posted February 12, 2020 22 hours ago, Landrover said: I was looking at the new owners photos taking delivery. I noticed that Oliver went back to break away chain’s instead of cables. If so, good change out, What cables are these? How do you like everything else thus far?
Moderators topgun2 Posted February 12, 2020 Moderators Posted February 12, 2020 The chains/cables being discussed here are designed to be able to keep the tow vehicle and trailer attached to each other in the event of some type of failure of the hitch system (i.e. the hitch receiver, the hitch itself, the bulldog coupler assembly, the front of the frame of the trailer, etc.) This is why these are sometimes referred to as "safety chains/cables". Bill 2 2023 Ford F150 Lariat 3.5EB FX4 Max Towing, Max Payload, 2016 Oliver Elite II - Hull #117 "Twist" Near Asheville, NC
Moderators topgun2 Posted February 13, 2020 Moderators Posted February 13, 2020 On your tow vehicle - normally to the right and left of the actual hitch receiver - there will be a hole or slot that is large enough for a chain or hook/clip to fit through. The ends of the safety chains/cables normally have a hook on the end that is then "hooked" to this hole/slot. Perhaps if you viewed this YouTube video you'd understand better: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARZhXW5g_7c Bill 1 2023 Ford F150 Lariat 3.5EB FX4 Max Towing, Max Payload, 2016 Oliver Elite II - Hull #117 "Twist" Near Asheville, NC
Trainman Posted February 15, 2020 Posted February 15, 2020 On 2/12/2020 at 10:00 AM, John E Davies said: ??? I don’t find the cables to be a problem, I do like how they stay off the ground and don’t rattle. I do not like how you cannot crisscross them under the ball. What especially was the issue with your cables? Thanks. John Davies Spokane WA John, I think for me it was just the easy of use over the cables, probably more of a hands on thing then anything else. That crisscross thing was probably my biggest dislike, plus the coiling action just seemed to be hassle to deal with. I guess I have always had chains on every trailer I've owned regardless of what kind it was, so at my old age why change now. Yes, I don't leave my chains on the ground, I just purchased some "S" hooks to hang the chain. trainman 1 2019 RAM 1500, 5.7 Hemi, 4X4, Crew Cab, 5'7" bed, Towing Package, 3.92 Gears. Oliver was sold.
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