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Slide Hammer for Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter
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Slide Hammer for Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter

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This slide hammer is an optional tool for installation of the Ranch Hitch fifth-wheel-to-gooseneck coupler adapter. It makes it easier to seat the inner threaded collar around the trailer king pin. 1-800-940-8924 to order Andersen accessories and parts part number AM3103 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Andersen products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Slide Hammer for Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter. Accessories and Parts reviews from real customers.
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Andersen Accessories and Parts - AM3103

  • 5th Wheel Gooseneck Adapter
  • Slide Hammer
  • Andersen

This slide hammer is an optional tool for installation of the Ranch Hitch fifth-wheel-to-gooseneck coupler adapter. It makes it easier to seat the inner threaded collar around the trailer king pin.


Features:

  • Works with Ranch Hitch 5th-wheel-to-gooseneck coupler adapter, both straight and offset models (AM3100 and AM3139)
  • Allows easy installation of the adapter, even by inexperienced do-it-yourselfers
  • Made in the USA
  • 1-Year limited warranty

The slide hammer is used to pull the threaded collar over the split collar halves that surrond the king pin on the trailer. The adapter base of the Ranch Hitch fifth-wheel-to-gooseneck adapter then screws on to the threaded collar.

Although not required for installation, the slide hammer makes the process quicker and easier because it reduces physical exertion and helps to seat the collar properly. A pulley puller can be used in place of the slide hammer.



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Video of Slide Hammer for Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter

Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.




Video Transcript for Let’s Check Out the Slide Hammer for Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter

Hi, everybody. Andy here with etrailer.com. Let's take a brief look together at this Slide Hammer for your Ranch Hitch Fifth Wheel to Gooseneck Coupler Adapter. This slide hammer is used to pull the threaded collar over the split collar halves that surround the kingpin on your trailer. Now the adapter base of the Ranch Hitch Fifth Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter then screws onto the threaded collar. This is going to work with your Ranch Hitch Fifth Wheel to Gooseneck Coupler Adapters.

Both the straight and the offset models. And for your easy reference on your screen, I am including the model numbers of those coupler adapters that this is going to work with. So although this is not required for installation, the slide hammer makes the process quicker and easier because it helps reduce physical exertion and it helps to seat the collar properly. A pulley puller can be used in place of the slide hammer, but this is going to allow for an easy installation of the adapter, even by inexperienced do-it-yourselfers. Well, I think that's gonna wrap up our real quick look today.

I do hope the information was helpful for you. Again, my name is Andy. Thank you for joining me.

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This slide hammer is an optional tool for installation of the Ranch Hitch fifth-wheel-to-gooseneck coupler adapter. It makes it easier to seat the inner threaded collar around the trailer king pin.

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This is still new in the unopened box. I didn't need it after I purchased it. I have used these before and they are very usefull and work great.



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Works great!! Easy dyi install



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Good tracking good products



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I think this hammer is essential for installation of the AM3000. I don’t see any way to position the collar otherwise.



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Everything worked excellent had it on in about thirty minutes and done. Thanks



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Worked just as it should.



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This should work perfect. Fast delivery



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