Improving Ride Quality Towing a 5th Wheel Trailer with Mor/Ryde Pin Box that Does Not Bolt On
Question:
we have a 2008 Domani by carriage that has a pin box with no bolt pattern on side for measurement. Would like to upgrade but not sure hoe to determine proper size. pics attached
asked by: Ron
Expert Reply:
We are not going to have a replacement pin box that will fit in place of your Mor/Ryde pin box. Yours appears to be welded on, which is likely the way it came on the trailer, so that would account for the absence of bolts. I wish we had something that would replace it but we do not.
Another option if you are seeking a better ride when towing the trailer is to replace the 5th wheel hitch you are using. There are some hitches, like the Curt Q20, # C16130, or Q16, # C16120, that are cushioned to improve ride quality.
If the pin box is also cushioned though you would need to ask the trailer manufacturer if it is permissible to use a cushioned hitch with the cushioned pin box.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 13 - 17 Inch Tall
- CURT
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Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned 360-Degree
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 13 - 17 Inch Tall
- CURT
more information >