Tubing size for max coupler?

[Brianj5600]

Will a max coupler work with 2.5"x2.5"x.25"? I have a piece of 3/16" and it seems very sloppy.

 

[Snirp88]

If you're talking about the tube a standard 2" receiver slips into, then yes its 2.5x2.5x .25 ga.
Most steel yards carry a specific 2.5 sq. Tube for receivers, its .25 wall but the seam on the inside is removed so 2x2 slips in perfectly.

 

[Brianj5600]

Thanks for the help. I considered filing that seam myself or possibly mill the 2x2 to fit. I will try to find some receiver tube.

 

[dytrdr5]

It’s much easier buying an already made receiver tube and welding it on, don’t have to worry about the weld on the inside or trying to drill holes into 1/4 inch steel tube

 

[Brianj5600]

I ended up buying a plain 2.5"x2.5"x.25" piece. It was no big deal filing the seam. It doesn't need to be filed smooth, just knocked down a bit. I have a comfy office chair and a TV in the garage and I watched the Preds beat Chicago while doing it.