Swing tongue question

[jerzia]

Has anyone ever done a swing tongue conversion from swing right to swing left? The way my boat sits in the garage it’s a major PITA the way it is now. Being able to swing the opposite way would make life so much easier. I’m thinking it could be done but worry about compromising the integrity of the trailer tongue.

[wmitch2]

Mine had a "Wet Bolt" on one side and the Pin on the other. Easy swap, no problems.

[SoonerFan]

I just did this on my trailer because of installing some BFX Steps. The bolt with the zerk was no problem. However, the pin fits differently on the other side. Instead of easily sliding right in, it has to be jiggled in. When removing it, I have to lift the tongue a little to relieve the weight on the pin which I didn't have to do when it was on the original side. Also pulling the R pin is bassackards. Other than those minor grumbles it's no prob.

[Cover Dog]

Did the swap on my Heritage trailer to accommodate a 4 step Trick Step I installed. Removed the bolt and lock nut, moved it from the left side to right and the pin drops in with no problems.

[jerzia]

I'm going to have to find a way to post a picture of mine. The design does not allow for a changeover without cutting and welding the trailer. That was the reason I was asking.

[wmitch2]

I've seen some that have a welded on pin. Those you'd have to grind off the weld, remove the pin, and switch it to the other side with a bolt the same size.