What is Purpose of Fifth Wheel Tailgate VGD-02-4000

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Where does the fifth wheel gets attached in the gate??

asked by: Juan

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I attached a picture that shows how the fifth wheel tailgate part # VGD-02-4000 normally interacts with a fifth wheel trailer. You use tailgates like this to allow you to back up and connect to a fifth wheel trailer without having to lower the tailgate and then raise it back up once you get closer. It's more or less about convenience when hitching up.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 4

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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