Safety Chains Required When Using An Adapter to Tow Gooseneck Trailer w/ A 5th Wheel Hitch
Question:
When using this adapter are my safety chains required? So far I have been told no since I will be using a fifth wheel connection. If yes then how would I keep them from getting caught up on my hitch?
asked by: Gary F
Expert Reply:
I've spoken with a few of my towing industry contacts, who tell me that even if you use an adapter like the # KPG5-R30IP, safety chains should still be used. If the fifth wheel hitch you are using is compatible with industry standard bed rails, then you can use part # RP50223 to provide an attachment point for the safety chains.
To prevent the chains from snagging on anything, you'll need to ensure that the safety chains are long enough to allow the trailer to make turns, but no longer than that.
Products Referenced in This Question
Reese Safety-Chain Attachment for Gooseneck Hitches on 5th Wheel Rails
- Accessories and Parts
- Gooseneck Hitch
- Safety Chain Loops
- Reese
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter - Round - 30K
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Gooseneck Trailer to Fifth Wheel Hitch
- No Offset
- 30000 lbs GTW
- Replaces Inner Tube
- Adjustable Height
- Gooseneck Coupler Adapters
- etrailer
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Replacement Inner Tube for 30K Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter
- Q&A: Dimensions of the Ram Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter
- Q&A: Does Ram Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Adapter KPG5-R30 Require Professional Welding
- Q&A: Dimensions of the Pin Holes and the Pin Hole Diameter on the Ram Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Coupler
- Shop: Bulldog Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter - Inner Tube - Round - 25,000 lbs
- Shop: Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter - Inner Tube - Round - 25K lbs
- Shop: Ram Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter - Round - 30,000 lbs
- Shop: Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension w/ Idler Hubs - Standard Duty - No Drop - 5 on 4-1/2 - 2K
- Shop: Dexter E-Z Flex Suspension Kit - Double-Eye Springs - Tandem Axle - 6,000 lbs
- Shop: Reese Safety-Chain Attachment for Gooseneck Hitches on 5th Wheel Rails
- Shop: Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter - Round - 30K
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Search Results: leaf spring
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Article: Most Popular Wheel Bearings
- Q&A: How to Determine Hanger Spacing for Tandem Axle Trailer Suspension with 26 Inch Springs
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Video: Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System Installation
- Search Results: trailer jack
- Article: Trailer Tire Sizing
- Q&A: How to Determine Weight Capacity of Trailer Axle
- Search Results: equalizer
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Article: Double-Eye Trailer Suspension System Review
- Shop: Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Search Results: axle
- Search Results: leafsprings
- Article: How to Accurately Measure Trailer Leaf Springs
- Shop: Gooseneck Hitch
on Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
