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  • Comparing Steel and Aluminum Ultra-Fab 5th Wheel King Pin Tripod Stabilizers
  • The Ultra-Fab 5th Wheel King Pin Tripod Stabilizer part # UF19-950200 would be best for harsher environments. The Ultra-Fab 5th Wheel King Pin Tripod Stabilizer part # UF19-950600 has a black coating which will also resists rust but if this coating wears off it can then expose bare metal. In regards to weight capacity vs pin weight, you'll still be using the landing gear to support the pin weight so the capacity of the stabilizer does not need to meet the pin weight of the trailer. The...
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  • Upgrading a 2 Inch Husky Centerline Shank to a 2 1/2 Inch Shank
  • Reducer sleeves like the Curt # C45405 will work with weight distribution hitches, but I highly recommend using an anti-rattle device like the Roadmaster Quite Hitch # RM-062 with it. There can still be movement, however, so a new shank would be a better option. The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution Shank # EQ94FR is rated to a maximum tongue capacity of 1,600 pounds and would give you a maximum drop of 9 inches. As you mentioned needing more drop that what came standard with your Husky,...
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  • Correct Curt Q25 5th Wheel Slider Hitch for 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500
  • Yes, the Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16566 will be an excellent option for a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 when used with the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit part # C16411-204 which is a drill free kit (frame only). This kit uses bolts to secure to the brackets to the frame and the rails to the brackets. I also recommend the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness part # C56070 to complete your setup.
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  • Why Cant Demco GM Rail Kit Adapter DM6333 Fit with B and W Patriot Slider Hitch
  • The B and W Patriot Slider hitch installs in a set of slots that are wider than what the # DM6333 offers. Normally fifth wheel rails have three sets of slots but these only have the two. To use a B and W Slider hitch with your 2021 Chevy Silverado with the OEM rail kit would require the Companion hitch for this application # BWRVK3775.
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  • Timbren Axle-Less Suspension System for Grand Design Imagine 2800BH Travel Trailer
  • The Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System w/ Electric Brake Hubs # A35RS545E is absolutely going to give you the suspension upgrade you are looking for in terms of a smoother ride on your Grand Design Imagine 2800BH travel trailer because they work independently of one another, compressing as the load increases. Installing the Timbrens # A35RS545E will require your 2017 Grand Design Imagine to have a crossmember above the spot where you want to install them; if it does not you can...
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  • How do I Correct Ride Height When Trailer Won't Allow For Weight Distribution Hitch?
  • I recommend using Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs # F2613 to level your 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. This system will not increase your capacity but instead will provide additional support to the factory suspension allowing you a more level ride. With the way the boxes are mounted on your concession trailer you will not be able to use any type of weight distribution hitch. The Air Command Compressor System # F2610 will allow you to easily adjust and monitor the air pressure...
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  • Replacement for MagnaTek 6345 Converter Section
  • The recommended replacement for your MagnaTek converter is the Progressive Dynamics # PD4645V to replace just the converter section of your power center. Includes an integrated four-stage "Charge Wizard" to keep your batteries in top condition. Modern design includes protection reverse polarity, overheating, overloading, short circuiting, and over/under voltage and it physically fits into current MagnaTek location. Also includes DC board. Works with flooded lead acid, AGM, and Gel batteries....
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  • If Older Truck Didn't Need Slider 5th Wheel Hitch Does 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 Short Bed Need One
  • Since you didn't need a slider hitch with your old truck you wouldn't need it with your 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500HD either so you could use the fixed hitch that fits your OEM rail kit part # BWRVK3710.
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  • Can Timbrens Be Installed On a Lowered 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
  • The best suspension enhancement option we have for a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 that is lowered is the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs part # SSR-207-47 for rear or part # SSF-202-47 for front which can be trimmed to better fit the space you have available. That said, the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement Systems like part # TGMRTT35D will not work as they simply won't fit in the space you have available most likely and cannot be trimmed.
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  • Under Bed Fifth Wheel Hitch Rail Kit Recommendation for 2016 Chevy Silverado 2500
  • For your 2016 Chevy Silverado 2500HD we do have under bed rail kits like the Reese Elite kit part # RP30868 that you referenced. This gives you pucks to install a Reese M5 fifth wheel hitch like the part # RP30921 for a fixed hitch or if you have a short bed truck you'd need a slider hitch like the Elite part # RP30144. I attached an install video for the rail kit for more info for you to check out as well.
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  • Best Value for 5th Wheel Hitch for 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500 Long Bed With Factory Puck System
  • There is definitely one 5th wheel hitch that fits your 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500 long bed with the factory puck system that stands out among the rest in regards to being the best value, and that is the Demco Hijacker UMS Double Pivot 5th Wheel Hitch # DM37VR. This hitch has a unique combination of being relatively cost-effective compared to other 5th wheel hitches but is still a very high-quality hitch. There are a number of reasons for that, starting with the jaw system. As you can see...
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  • Is There a Longer Pin Box Available for a Forest River Artic Wolf 5th Wheel
  • I do have an option for you but they don't offer replacement longer pin boxes, you'd be changing the whole geometry of the trailer by doing so which would drastically affect weight capacities and warranties. That said, if you are looking to increase turning clearance then the solution we have for you would be to move the pivot point back further away from the truck which will accomplish the same thing as a longer pin box in this regard. This can be done with a Reese Sidewinder 5th Wheel...
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  • Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for Factory Puck System on 2023 Silverado 2500 Short Bed
  • For your 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 with the OEM prep package I recommend the B&W Companion # BWRVK3775. Since you have a short bed you will need the slider to make sure you have enough clearance on tight turns. It will drop directly into the pucks built in from the factory for installation. This hitch features a 1" thick dual jaw which will give you a secure connection as well as a quieter, safer ride. Another great B&W feature is the non-binding cam-action latch handle. This is easy to...
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  • Best Suspension Enhancement For a 2023 Chevy Silverado 2500 When Towing a 5TH Wheel Camper
  • I recommend the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Springs # AL88341 as the best rear suspension enhancement for your 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. This will allow you to fine tune the amount of air pressure in the springs to dial in your ride quality. Unlike other air spring systems these have internal jounce bumpers which will help reduce bouncing that is transferred from the 5th wheels suspension. The Air Lift WirelessAIR Compressor System # AL58WQ will allow you to make adjustments...
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  • Cushioned Equalizer Upgrade for 2021 Dutchmen Atlas with Dexter 13-122
  • For the Dexter equalizer you have now 13-122 the correct cushioned equalizer upgrade you'd want is the EZ Flex part # K71-653-00. This kit also comes with upgraded shackles and wet bolts that have built in grease fittings. The feedback we've gotten from our customers who have installed these has been overwhelming positive and that they make a huge improvement in ride quality so we recommend them highly.
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  • Hitch Pin and Clip Recommendation For Curt Heavy Duty Forged Ball Mount On 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500
  • The Curt Heavy Duty Forged Ball Mount # C93JR does not include a hitch pin and clip. I have sent in an update to have that corrected, thank you for pointing out the error on our site. We have a few options depending on what you are looking for. The basic Hitch Pin and Clip # 337HP6256WC is most common. As you mentioned your 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 you should consider the BOLT Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock # BL7023582 as you will be able to code it to your center cut truck key so you...
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  • Selecting Weight Distribution System and Shank for 2014 Chevrolet 2500
  • The Reese Strait-Line Weight Distribution (WD) System # RP66084 includes the required shank and needs only a hitch ball like # A-90 to complete the system. For a system without the shank that will allow you to select one with the correct rise or drop to keep your hitched trailer frame level with the ground, you can instead use # RP66074 which is also rated for tongue weights from 600 to 1200-lbs. You can then use the linked page for shanks to select the one that will give you the rise...
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  • How To Mount a B&W Patriot On a 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500
  • If you have a B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch like part # BWRVK3270 or part # BWRVK3255 then you can use the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit part # C16429-204 to install on a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit does not require any drilling into the frame and comes with everything that you need save for tools. It will be a perfect fit for the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch. That said, the B&W Custom Installation Kit is not currently...
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  • Availability of Chest Style Tool Boxes to Fit Truck Bed Underneath Tonneau Cover
  • We only carry the black version of the DeeZee toolbox you mentioned part # DZ8560WB. We have a smaller aluminum version part # DZ8546 but it's only 8 feet of cubic storage. This might be enough for you though since you didn't mention the amount of space you'd need. I attached a picture of this cargo box underneath a tonneau cover for you to check out as well.
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  • Gooseneck and 5th Wheel Hitch Recommendations for 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 6-1/2-Foot Bed
  • If you want to equip a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 6-1/2-foot-bed pickup for both gooseneck and 5th wheel towing then I suggest you consider the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck/5th Wheel Installation kit # BWGNRK1016. This kit by itself serves as a complete gooseneck hitch system. When you need the bed empty for cargo the entire hitch can be removed for full access. When you want to do 5th wheel towing all you need to do is insert the matching Companion 5th wheel hitch, either part...
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