When installed, these anti-rattle hitch shims secure the receiver shank, stopping your hitch from rattling within the tow bar. Watch the official fitting guide below or read a step-by-step tutorial. You will need a pair of pliers to cut away the excess material and a...
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Couplemate Pintle Hook Tow Ball Protector
✓ Minimises abrupt shunt between trailer and tow vehicle.
✓ Increases tow ball lifespan when towing with pintle rings.
✓ Reduces annoying noises for a smooth tow. Suits all Australian-compliant tow balls.
How to Fix Excessive Disc Pad Wear
The experts at Couplemate have seen nearly every variation of brake disc pads and concluded that pads from well-known brands like AL-KO and DeeMaxx offer much better value for money.
Guide to Component Type Approvals
What is a CTA? Understanding and complying with road vehicle standards is important for your safety and the safety of all Australians.
Caravan & Camper Upgrade Tips
Caravan Axle Upgrades start with the Wheel Offset. When upgrading your current caravan wheels, first measure your wheel offset. Place the wheel on the ground, face down and put a straight edge across the tyre. In the case below, the wheel offset is 8 inches (200mm)....
Understanding Galvanised Axle Steel Strength
No, hot-dip galvanising does not inherently make standard axle steel weaker. Under normal conditions, the metallurgical bonding of zinc to steel does not change the core mechanical or tensile strength properties of standard structural steel grades.





