How Does The Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5TH Wheel Adapter Reduce Vibration and Chucking?
Question:
Right now I have a convert-A-Ball [ no offset NO cushion ] Im thinking about changing this to a cushioned offset, to try and eliminate the bucking Im experiencing now with just the convert-A-Ball..Any suggestions? PS How does the cushioning work?
asked by: Dave R
Expert Reply:
The Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter w/ Offset # CAB-C5GX1216 is a great adapter and with the offset you will gain a lot of maneuverability on a short bed truck when in tight area's.
There are Interior polyurethane cushions that act as shock absorbers and reduce vibration and road shock. I wasn't able to find a cutout of the offset shock absorber but I have included a picture of a cutout of the Adapter # CAB-C5G. You can see the red cushions inside the base of the hitch that allow the components to absorb vertical and horizontal shock.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter - 12" to 16" Tall - 20,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- No Offset
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Adjustable Height
- King Pin Adapters
- Convert-A-Ball
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Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter w/ Offset - 12" to 16" Tall
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- Offset
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Adjustable Height
- King Pin Adapters
- Convert-A-Ball
more information >
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