Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter for 22GN BigTex Trailer

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I have a 22GN BigTex trailer I use for hot shot hauling and I am looking for a 5th wheel king pin adapter. Which would best suit my trailer?

asked by: Nicholas

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The Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter item # KPG5-R25-IP is rated for trailers up to 25,000 lbs and fits gooseneck trailers with a 4" round tube. This adjustable adapter has 8" of range. If your 22GN Big Tex Trailer has a 4" tube this adapter would be a great fit. I have linked a couple of review videos.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

I searched online for your 2018 Big Tex and found a picture of it with the EZ Lock Gooseneck Coupler Lock Combo #BLTL-53-40D2 installed so we know this will work well for you!

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Answer 2

I was able to find the correct electric brakes, as well as oil seal (which is what I assume you were referring to by wheel seal), and also the bearings for your Big Tex 22GN 35+5 gooseneck trailer. I'll go ahead and list out the parts for you…

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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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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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Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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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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Your math is correct in your trailer weight load example. If a fully-loaded tandem axle trailer weighs 4000-lbs then each of the 4 tires will bear 1/4th of that load, or 1000-lbs. In this case a tire rated for 1300-lbs would provide a good safety…

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The three most common lug stud sizes for a trailer are 1/2"-20, 9/16"-18, and 5/8"-18. In order to make sure you get the correct lug nuts you need to measure the lug studs on the trailer now as we have no way to look this up for…

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Answer 9

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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Answer 10

To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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Answer 11

To find the load capacity for your axle you should look on the trailer VIN plate or sticker that lists the VIN number. The weight rating of the axle should be listed on that same plate or sticker. Also, the axle could have a tag or plate on it that…

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Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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