The skid wheels are not available by themselves so you'd need to order a new set of the Ultra-Fab Hitch Mounted Skid Wheels for RVs up to 30' Long - 4" Diameter # UF48-979015. view full answer...
You can install the Ultra-Fab Skid Wheels for Class C RVs, # UF48-979012 the way you describe but yes that would change the stress as you identified. If too much or not, depends on the abuse you apply. These are intended to accept the abuse that would otherwise be on your trailer and then replaced if need be.
I suggest you consider welding in the orientation you describe but also welding a block along side to minimize the span. view full answer...
I do have an option for you but due to the way the vehicle is setup, all of the trailer hitches they make for it will hang down rather low. The other option I have for you to prevent it from scraping the pavement would be to use a skid wheel like the Roadmaster Rollaway Trailer Hitch Protector part # RM-050. The skid wheel attaches to the hitch via the hitch pin hole and will prevent the receiver tube opening from scraping the pavement on inclines.
I have attached a photo to show how... view full answer...
In the video you referenced Randy is using the SnowBear Proshovel Snowplow - 84" Wide x 22" Tall # SB324-172. At the 4:45 minute mark he shows you how to lower the skid legs so that you can unhook and slide the snow plow away from your truck for storage, and goes on to say that you can get the optional casters # SB324-126 as well to make it easier. The skid legs will be included with your snow plow kit but the casters will be a separate item. view full answer...
I called my contact at Trailair about the Flex Air 5th Wheel Pin Box, part # LC328484.
They were unable to provide the weight of the pin box. They were able to provide a shipping weight, which would include the packing and the skid it is shipped on. That weight is 227 lbs. A typical skid weighs about 40 to 45 lbs so I would say the pin box weight about 190 lbs.
This pin box is a replacement for a Lippert 0719 pin box and has a weight capacity of 18,000 lbs. I have attached a link to... view full answer...
The Ultra-Fab Steel Jumbo Roller # UF48-979023 uses a special wet-bolt to grease the skid wheel as needed. This bolt is unfortunately not an item that we currently carry so you would need to reach out to the manufacturer for a replacement. That being said, the hanger or wheel will most likely break before the bolt will. view full answer...
I took a look at the installation instructions for a Trailair pin box and this is what is listed as the maintenance for the pin box.
MAINTENANCE:
1. For ease of hookup; frequently lubricate the skid plate surface and the back side of the king pin.
2. Keep pin-box hitch painted to prevent rust and maintain a good appearance. (Do Not paint over labels) view full answer...
There is a lube plate that will work for you although the specific trailer you have does not come into play when choosing one.
So long as the lube plate covers the entirety of the skid plate on your king pin you are good as it will cover the surface. I recommend going with a 12 inch diameter lube plate, either the Curt Lube Plate # C16722 or Reese # RP83001. If you let me know your exact fifth wheel hitch I can make a more specific recommendation for you.
I've added links to reviews... view full answer...
The Sidewinder king pin should attach to your Hijacker hitch with no problem, but the Sidewinder is not to be used with a slider. If the Hijacker hitch is a slider it will have to remain locked in the towing position when using the Sidewinder like part # ST400-5AS16K.
Replacing the Teflon skid plate on the hitch will depend on usage. There is no defined length of time listed that shows how often it needs to be replaced because there are too many factors that could cause the plate to wear.... view full answer...
So the lifespan and when to change a lube plate doesn't have a hard and fast answer because there are numerous variables associated with how long it will last. The terrain you are going over, the weight of your trailer, and the frequency with which you use it are all really important and will impact how often you need to change it.
You will know it when you take a look though, as the signs of wear will be pretty obvious, from small tearing or cracks to uneven wear, you'll know that you... view full answer...
My research on the Forest River website shows that their Rockwood Series of 5th wheel trailers currently comes equipped with a Reese Revolution hitch.
The gross weights (GVWR) of the various Rockwood-series trailers varies considerably across models from a low of 7850-lbs for their 8244WS to a high of 9350-lbs for their 8289WS but my contact at Reese advised that the routine maintenance recommended in their instruction manual (which is attached for your review) are consistent across their... view full answer...
The act of pulling the vehicle will keep the wheels on the vehicle straight. Its like pushing a shopping cart; if just sitting the wheels can turn. But when pushing it the wheels straighten out. As long as the RV is pushing or pulling the towed vehicle (pushing of course when backing up) the wheels are going to turn, or not, as needed. Like a shopping cart. view full answer...
What you'll do is use a separate wheel chock behind the wheels after using the Thule RV Wheel Levelers # TH307617.
All you need to use is the Buyers Products 10" Wheel Chock # 337WC1086UWH. view full answer...
I see no reason why a properly-installed aftermarket hitch like the Curt Adjustable RV Hitch # 13703 added to your Highland 5th wheel should cause a warranty issue for any manufacturer. We sell a lot of these RV hitches.
Just the same, I suggest checking with Highland Ridge by calling them with your trailer's VIN. If nothing else they may be able to give you some helpful advice on the installation. I linked two videos also.
Adding this 2-inch RV hitch will allow you to use RV-rated 2-inch... view full answer...
The Michigan DOT website does state that a person may use a tire chain of reasonable proportion on a vehicle when required for safety because of snow, ice or other condition tending to cause a vehicle to skid. However, it further states that the chain must not come into contact with the surface of the roadway. Based on this restriction it sounds like it would not be permissible to leave chains on continuously throughout the winter months unless road conditions were consistently snowy.
While... view full answer...
You are correct. the RV steps we offer are 24-inches wide regardless of the amount of steps.
I recommend installing replacement steps like part # SMFP-4400. These are 24 inch wide steps. The mounting base dimensions are 27 inches wide x 9-inches deep. You would need to build up the mounting location on your RV to work with these steps. view full answer...
The Super Grip Chock Wheel Stabilizers for Tandem-Axle Trailers and RVs part # UF21-001091 weigh about 5 lbs each or 10 lbs for the pair. view full answer...
The Lippert Ground Control 3.0 Electric 5th Wheel RV Leveling System, # LC358590 has manual access ports that are located on the bottom and the top of each jack's motor. Use these ports with a ratchet and extension along with the properly sized socket. view full answer...
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