How to Install and Tighten Covert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter
Question:
How tight do I torque inside collar set screws and outside adapter bolts. Thanks. I have the convert a ball gooseneck to fifthwheel adapter. Also I believe this takes a 2 5/16 ball. Is this correct? Thanks
asked by: Rusty N
Helpful Expert Reply:
The allen head screws that hold the collar to the king pin on the trailer do not have a torque spec. You will tighten them down evenly using the appropriately sized allen wrench.
Slide the locking collar over the the trailer king pin. Before tightening allen-head screws, rotate the collar so that the locator notch on the front of the collar is in the exact center of the front of the king pin box. Tighten each of the allen-head screws evenly, making sure the allen head screws rest on the bottom lip of the of the trailer king pin. Firmly seat the allen-head screws flush with the surface of the collar. If screws are not flush, loosen and re-tightened evenly.
The outside bolts also have jamb nuts. Start by moving the jamb nuts all the way out to the head of each bolt. You will need a large crescent wrench to tighten the bolts.
Slide Adapter Body up over the Locking Collar, with the ball coupler label facing front and the red locking handle facing the driver’s side of the truck bed. Begin tightening Cap Screws )bolts) evenly, making sure the adapter body is moving upwards, until firmly against the pin box. Tighten down the Cap Screws to approximately 100 ft. lbs. Please note that torque specs are subject to change. Consult Convert-A-Ball directly for specifics on torque specs. Tighten jamb nuts firmly.
Attach the safety chains to the adapter body. Always secure safety chains and lock the ball coupler before operating. Check all vehicle trailer clearances and equipment before towing.
The adapter does fit on a 2-5/16 inch ball.
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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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