Will Curt Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver Fit Frame on Forest River 5th Wheel
Question:
I just measured the width of the frame on my Forest River 5th wheel. It measures 72and 3/4 wide from out side to out side. Will this hitch fit on it? Please advise. Thanks
asked by: Martin N
Expert Reply:
The Curt Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver # 13703 may still work for your 5th wheel, but it cannot be installed on the outside of your Forest River's frame since it is too wide. I recommend measuring the inside-to-inside width of the trailer frame to see if this distance is less than 72 inches. If you find the inside-to-inside width of your camper's frame to be less than 72 inches, the # 13703 hitch will work well for you.
The # 13703 has a somewhat custom installation that can be adapted to work best for your application. I have attached the installation instructions for the Adjustable Hitch for you.
Keep in mind that all non-trailer loads, such as bike racks or cargo carriers, should be used with a stability strap # 18050 in order to comply with the manufacturer's warranty.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt Cam Buckle Stabilizing Strap for Hitch-Mounted Accessories - 61" x 1" - Qty 1
- Accessories and Parts
- Hitch Bike Racks
- Hitch Cargo Carrier
- Tie Down Straps
- CURT
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Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs, 22" to 72" Wide
- RV and Camper Hitch
- Frame Mount Hitch
- 22 - 72 Inch Wide Frame
- 350 lbs TW
- 3500 lbs GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- Bolt-On
- Weld-On
- CURT
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