Does the Tailgate Need to be Removed to Couple a 5th Wheel Trailer

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Can you leave your tail gate on and put it up after hook up on a 2005 f150 fx4

asked by: Mark

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In most cases, the tailgate on your truck can be left installed and in the down position while coupling to a 5th wheel trailer. Once the trailer is coupled you can then most likely raise the tailgate back up. I say in most cases as there could potentially be a situation in which the above is not possible but as we do not do testing on this, you will just need to be cautious while coupling your trailer for the first time. Only in rare cases does the tailgate need to be removed in order to couple a 5th wheel trailer.

If you however would like to leave the tailgate up while coupling a 5th wheel trailer you can do so by using the Stromberg Carlson 100 Series 5th Wheel Tailgate part # VG-04-100. The Stromberg Carlson tailgate has a vented design to improve vision/ fuel efficiency, powder coated finish for protection, and a sturdy steel construction for durability. I have attached a review video for you as well.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

I recommend using a Lube Plate #16721 over covering the Demco Recon 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #DM8550043 in Grease #L74FR. The lube plate is much cleaner and you will not have to constantly clean off the dirt and apply new grease over time.

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Answer 2

Yes the B and W Companion hitches like the #BWRVK3500-5W are perfectly compatible with the Rhino Box king pins like you mentioned.

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Answer 3

The Rhinobox was definitely an unpopular choice for manufacturers to go with so swapping it out with the MORryde Cushioned 5th Wheel Pin Box for 18K to 21K Trailers w/ Lippert Rhino #MR55QR would definitely give you a major improvement in ride…

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Answer 4

Standard trailer wiring circuits on 7-ways like the part #C58155 and #PK12706 are rated for up to 40 amps so if you wanted to use a 7-way like this to power a horn that is rated for 13 amps you certainly could.

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Answer 5

No, after installing the Road Active Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit #RAS54FR on your 2022 Chevy Silverado 1500 it will not alter the unloaded ride height. The RAS system only comes into play when the truck is loaded down. When adding weight to the back…

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Answer 6

I spoke to my contact at Valterra and found that the #A10-5030FBK steps down a 50 amp service receptacle (2 X 120VAC) to 30 amps supply. This would work great for your camping trailers electrical system. I have linked the above mentioned product to…

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Answer 7

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Answer 8

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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The head alone for the B&W Companion hitch #BWRVK3500 weighs about 70 pounds. Everything else weighs about 130 pounds. So the total weight of the hitch is approximately 200 pounds.

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Answer 10

Both the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider #C16520-16020 and B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w Slider #BWRVK3370 are great options for your 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty with short bed that has the OEM prep package. Both of these…

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Answer 11

Basically the biggest difference between a Lippert 1116 and a Lippert 1716 is that the 1716 extends out further than the 1116. The 1716 is considered a long pin box whereas the 1116 is considered a medium length. The length difference will be 5-3/4…

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Answer 12

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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