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  • Windshield Cover for 2021 Thor Omni Motorhome
  • For your 2021 Thor Omni Super C the Class C Adco Deluxe Windshield Cover part # 290-2507 would be a fit and a really great option.
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  • Electric Brake Trailer Sway Control When Using Gen-Y 16K Torsion Hitch
  • The Gen-Y Torsion 2-Ball Mount w/ Stacked Receivers # 325-GH-1224 does allow you to use a weight distribution system with integrated sway control if desired. You would determine your weight distribution system based on the total tongue weight which is the loaded trailer tongue weight plus any cargo behind the rear axle of your tow vehicle. That combination ideally would fall in the middle range of the weight distribution systems total tongue weight range. Your other option is to use...
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  • Installing Replacement Threaded Locking Ring # CAM55577
  • Replacement Threaded Locking Ring # CAM55577 would basically have to be pressed onto the connector. Ideally you would push on all sides at once which you might be able to do with something that has the same diameter. Otherwise you might be able to work it on by pressing it on at one point and then working your thumbs around the circumference of it: one thumb going clockwise the other going counter-clockwise.
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  • Air Bag Ki that Fits 2023 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis
  • We have a Firestone air bag kit that fits your 2023 Ford F-550 with the part # F2404 but the Air Lift you mentioned does not fit. The Firestone kit can provide up to 5,600 lb of suspension support.
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  • Availability of Longer Weight Distribution Shank so Tailgate Can Fully Open
  • Using the # HR26 with a weight distribution kit isn't recommended because the extender will lower the hitch tongue weight capacity by one third, so I wouldn't advise using an extender. A weight distribution system exerts huge amounts of leverage to raise the front and lower the front of the tow vehicle. An extender would provide a weak link in the chain that could lead to an unsafe situation. You didn't mention how much additional length you need or the specific drop you needed, but the...
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  • Comparison Between Roadmaster # RM-1139-140 and # RM-1139-148 Anti-Sway Bars
  • The Roadmaster # RM-1139-140 and # RM-1139-148 are both replacement anti-sway bars for a Ford F550 or F53 Class A motorhome chassis. Both bars are 1-3/4 inches in diameter. The # RM-1139-140 fits models with a GVWR of 22K-24K, and the # RM-1139-148 fits models with a GVWR of 24K-26K. The # RM-1139-140 is no longer available. You can see installation instructions by clicking the provided links.
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  • 2016 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis TorkLift SuperHitch Magnum Trailer Hitch Recommendation
  • While we do not have technical drawings of the TorkLift SuperHitch Magnum Trailer Hitch Receiver Class V # TLF1003-30 available I can guarantee that this hitch will fit your 2016 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis as it has been listed as a confirmed fit. I also attached a review video for you to check out as well. If you have a service body on your truck and are looking for something that could install you would most likely need to go a different route. I spoke to my contacts at Curt and Reese...
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  • Where to Find Brake Controller Install Port in a 2016 Georgetown RV
  • The wiring adapter you will need to install a brake controller like theTekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller # 90195 on 2016 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis is the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3034-P. This adapter plugs into the connector behind your vehicle's dashboard. To reach the connector, first locate the notch in the access panel in the center of the dash, near the passenger side. Using a trim panel puller, carefully pry the panel out and undo the locking...
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  • Parts Needed to Install 7-Way and Prodigy P3 Brake Controller on 2016 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis
  • You are correct about everything here. The # 18252 will add the 4-way connection, the # ETBC7 will then upgrade it to a 7-way and allow you to install the brake controller. For the Prodigy P3 # 90195 you will need the # 3034-P which is confirmed to fit the 2016 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis.
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  • Retractable Single Step Kit that Can Fit 2019 Ford E-450
  • The easiest way to get the step and switch kit you are wanting is with the part # LC3747453 would work on your 2019 Ford E-450 to provide it with a single step that is retractable.
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  • Will Tail Lights Left On Drain A Car Battery
  • If I understand your question correctly, yes tail lights left on indefinitely could drain your battery and you likely have an electrical issue to correct. It's possible the pins inside the trailer connectors on the vehicle and trailer do not match. Attached is a photo of the two most common ways to wire a 7-way trailer connector as well as an article on troubleshooting 4-way connectors should that be what you have. You want to check the function of a wire through the use of a circuit...
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  • Recommended Trailer Hitch Fit for a 1996 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis
  • I checked with Curt and they show the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C14082 as a fit for a 1996 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis. This is a class IV trailer hitch with 2" opening and 12,000 lb weight capacity. It's the highest rated trailer hitch which we currently offer for this vehicle.
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  • What Are the Dimensions on the JR Products 3 Hole Baggage Door Catches
  • I went and measured the Baggage Door Catches # 37210254 and the overall dimensions of these are 2.6" long and 0.993" wide. The mounting screws are approximately 0.6" apart (center on center).
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  • Brake Controller Install Port Location in 2016 Ford F-550
  • The wiring adapter you will need to install a brake controller like theTekonsha Prodigy P3 Brake Controller # 90195 on 2016 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis is the Tekonsha Plug-In Wiring Adapter for Electric Brake Controllers # 3034-P. This adapter plugs into the connector behind your vehicle's dashboard. To reach the connector, first locate the notch in the access panel in the center of the dash, near the passenger side. Using a trim panel puller, carefully pry the panel out and undo the locking...
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  • Trailer Hitch for a 2016 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis with Dump Body
  • The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver part # C15845 that you referenced is a confirmed fit for a 2016 Ford F-550 cab and chassis with frame rails spaced 34" apart (outside to outside). However, Curt does not test this trailer hitch with dump body trucks nor are all dump bodies the same so I would not be able to confirm fit 100%. However, the distance from the mounting flange on the trailer hitch to the top of the receiver tube is around 6" which you should be able to use in addition to the frame...
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  • Can Trailer Breakaway Kit Battery Charger 20011 be Used with Dexter EOH
  • To wire in the Trailer Breakaway Kit Battery Charger # 20011 you'd run the black wire to the 12 volt accessory circuit of the trailer wiring, the red wire to the battery in the breakaway switch and the blue wire breakaway switch. The 12 volt accessory circuit is probably already ran to the trailer's battery but it's okay for it to also run to this battery charger as well by adding a splice to it.
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  • Front Sway Bar Recommendation for 2022 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis
  • We have a front sway bar that fits your 2022 Ford F-550 Cab and Chassis with the part # RM35VR which will do a great job improving handling and stability but we do not have a rear bar at this time.
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  • Recommended SumoSprings For 2020 Thor Magnitude BH35 Built On 2019 Ford F-550 Chassis
  • I would be happy to help! Since your 2020 Thor Magnitude BH35 built on the 2019 Ford F-550 Chassis has a 19500lb GVWR I recommend the SumoSprings # SSF-111-47 with a 1500lb load rating for the front axle, and the # SS54VR with a 2800lb load rating for the rear axle. The combination of both these SumoSprings will give you a softer ride along with less sway and body roll giving you a better driving experience. I included videos of the products mentioned for you to take a look at.
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  • Will TorkLift StableLoad Suspension Upgrade Reduce Sway and Body Roll on Ford F-550 Work Truck
  • The TorkLift StableLoad Suspension Upgrade # TLA7200 that you referenced is designed for exactly what you are trying to do for your work truck. These durable blocks will simply bolt onto each of the overload bump stop brackets to dramatically improve the handling by basically pre-engaging the overload springs. This works to greatly reduce the sway and body roll you are experiencing on a daily basis when under load. All four blocks and the necessary hardware is included. Once they are...
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  • 5th Wheel Base Rails to Fit 2015 F-550 Cab and Chassis With Custom-Made Service Body
  • Your 2015 F-550 cab and chassis with custom service body will be challenging to fit with 5th wheel base rails and a 5th wheel hitch due to the limited clearance you have for both the base rails themselves and for the hitch/pin box at the tops of your side boxes. All 5th wheel install kits are engineered for and tested on the standard OEM configurations for vehicles like your F-550. If you take a look at the linked diagram you will see the recommended minimum clearances for 5th wheel trailers....
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