How to Install the Hopkins RV Level # HM08525

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One is marked C the other is marked 3. Which one is mounted side-to-side or end-to-end

asked by: Ken

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The levels in the Hopkins Graduated RV Levels, item # HM08525, are not specific to their mounting location. You will need to use a separate level to be sure the trailer is level, front to back and side to side, before installation and apply the levels with the bubble in the center position.

expert reply by: Robert G

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Answer 1

You may be experiencing some wear in the suspension components that can cause tire wear and also be a symptom or cause the axle to be misaligned. Inspect your suspension components and if any of the holes where hardware goes is egg-shaped, that…

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If the trailer wheels scrubbed (dragged and scrapped the ground instead of rolling) when jack knifed then it could have thrown something out of alignment or damaged something. First, inspect the suspension. Look for any elongated holes where…

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Answer 3

There is no specific location where you mount the Hopkins Graduated RV Levels, #HM08525. Personally I would consider where I would be standing as I worked to make the RV or trailer level and I would place the levels in the most convenient place for…

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Typically a trailer axle will have some camber in it - some bend - such that when it is not loaded the tops of the wheels bow outward slightly, with the outside edges of the tire treads making first contact with the ground. This allows that when the…

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The Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire #AM10235 would be an excellent radial tire for your camper. We also have the Loadstar ST205/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire #AM1ST86 which, like your original tires, is a diagonal bias tire. The bias ply tire has a…

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Hey Trevor, so the B and W Companion Slider hitch part #BWRVK3400 only fits the B and W Turnoverball gooseneck hitches and would not fit the gooseneck hitch of your 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500 with OEM pucks. The funny thing about the Patriot slider is…

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There might be a solution but it all comes down to what gooseneck hitch you have installed in your truck. If you can let me know what brand hitch you have I can help find you exactly what type of slider hitch solution would work best. Hopefully you…

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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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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 10

Hey Jim, congrats on the new truck and fifth wheel - looks great. Our rule of thumb is that you want a minimum of 6" of clearance between the top of the bed rails and the bottom of the trailer loft. You should be just fine to use the bottom hole…

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You could use a Timbren suspension enhancement kit like the part #T92MR for if you have underslung axles or part #T46GR for if you have over slung. These attach to the spring pack/axle and provide additional support. Your axle would need to be…

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Answer 12

Thanks for the pictures! To replace your Curt Turning Point you will want the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box item #GY48GR. This was made specifically to replace the Turning Point pin boxes. You will also need the Safety…

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