Cause of Noise When Using Curt A16 Fifth Wheel in 2016 Ford F-250
Question:
I am experiencing a clunking sound at take off and braking with Curt A16 in '16 Ford F-250. I rode in the back to verify source of noise and it is coming from the slider. Is there any way to eliminate the noise?
asked by: Jeff E
Expert Reply:
The noise that you are hearing is common for fifth wheel hitches, particularly sliding hitches such as the Curt A16 # C16520-16020 and there is not going to be a way for you to eliminate that noise. There will be a bit of play between the jaws of your hitch and the king pin, so when you are taking off and braking the "clunking" you are hearing will be more pronounced.
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Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider for Ford Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ford
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17-1/2 - 21-1/2 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- CURT
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