What Size Bolts are Normally Used For Installing Fifth Wheel Rails

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Hiw many n what size do I need for my1994 2500 ram . To I shall my fifth wheel rails brackets n hitch

asked by: Preston

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Expert Reply:

We have the Reese fifth wheel rail bolt kit part # RP58504 which comes with 10 bolts and is used with their 10 bolt rails. The size of the bolts is 1/2"-13 x 2".

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

If there's a conflict in the instructions provided by the RV manufacturer and what's stated by the manufacturer of a sub-assembly such as the #LC1387882 Lippert 1621 pin box, you'll want to go with the advice from the manufacturer of the…

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Answer 2

It sounds like you're wanting to move the bed rails from one truck to another. If that's the case, you will indeed want to use new bolts as the bolts originally included with the #RP50081-58 kit are intended for a one time use only. The…

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Answer 3

Fifth wheel rail kits need to attach directly to the frame of the truck. So what you are looking to do is technically possible, but would require some serious modification. For a flat bed fifth wheel hitch the Demco Hijacker SL part #DM6076SL-FLAT…

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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 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 6

Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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Answer 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

Great question, Jeff! When the Rota-Flex first came out it renovated what a pin box could do and be, but at this point in time that technology is a little more dated and the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel Pin Box #325-GH-8040 is the "new…

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Answer 10

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 11

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 12

I spoke with my contact at Trailair and from your serial number we were able to determine that your trailer came with a 1621 HD pin box which is a long pin box style. I was unable to obtain the exact part number for your Trailair pin box but from the…

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