Socket Type Used for Tightening Square Head Bolts of Convert a Ball # CAB-C5G

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I read in the review that it takes a special 8 pt socket to do the install what size?? Also what is the torque on the bolts ???? Is there a need to drill the 4 holes ???

asked by: John B

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I believe you are talking about the square head bolts of the # CAB-C5G. They are annoying but they require a crowfoot wrench adapted to a torque wrench capable of 100 ft lbs. 100 ft lbs is the recommended torque.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Hey David, from previous customers of ours who have the same 2020 Keystone Raptor 424 we have determined that your pin box style is the Lippert 1621 which means for a Gen-Y gooseneck adapter you'd want the #GY58GR that you referenced.

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Answer 2

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 3

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 4

If you take a look at the linked diagram you can see the minimum recommended clearance distances between truck and trailer for 5th wheel towing. It is recommended to have at least 5-inches from the top of the bed rails to the bottom of the trailer…

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Answer 5

Thanks so much for that info Tyler, and I was able to find the right Gen-Y gooseneck pin box for you. Since you have the Lippert Rhino on your 2024 Jayco Eagle 355MBQS, the right option is the following: - Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to…

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Answer 6

It is certainly possible for the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box #GY58GR to work on your 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty short bed, but there are likely going to be clearance issues as these are meant for long bed trucks. That…

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Answer 7

The best option I have for you to tow a 5th wheel trailer using a flat-bed truck with recessed gooseneck hitch is with the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter part #DM8550046. The Demco Recon is designed for this exact purpose…

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Answer 8

Since the bolt holes line up vertically and horizontally you'll be able to bolt the Trailair Air Ride 5th Wheel King Pin - Leland 7920 #UF35-946208. This specific pin box actually has an 18" king pin to first set of bolt holes measurement…

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Answer 9

When measuring for a trailer cover you want to measure from the front of the trailer box, not the tongue, to the rear including anything that is attached to the rear. This will include a spare or a ladder at the farthest edge at the rear of the…

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Answer 10

The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package #BWRVK3775 you're looking at will work fine with your new Chevrolet Silverado. This hitch has 3 height adjustments so you'll be able to set the hitch height…

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Answer 11

Yes, the Extang E-Series Tonneau part #EX27UV does fit trucks that have spray-in bed liners and bed rail covers. The cover brackets can clamp to your bed rails without requiring trimming the cover as well.

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Socket Type Used for Tightening Square Head Bolts of Convert a Ball # CAB-C5G

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