Pro Series Fifth Wheels
Pro Series' variety of fifth wheel hitches offer an economical, yet rugged solution to towing your trailer. Their simple design ensures years of trouble-free use.
Pro Series Gooseneck Hitch
Pro Series also offers a gooseneck hitch that sits in above-the-bed fifth wheel rails. This heavy duty gooseneck plate can tow up to 25,000 lbs and has an offset ball to allow you to move your trailer closer or farther away from your truck.
Pro Series Weight Distribution
Pro Series has weight distribution systems and sway control for your trailer. These setups will make for a safer, smoother, and more stable ride whenever you pull your trailer.
Pro Series Hitch Cargo Carriers
These hitch carrier baskets are made of steel and are guaranteed to be able to handle your extra cargo. Perfect for extra luggage, coolers, wheelchairs, lawnmowers, or whatever else you may need to carry.
Pro Series Gooseneck Couplers
Pro Series has adjustable gooseneck couplers to complete your towing setup. Capable of towing up to 25,000 lbs, these are designed to fit a 2 or 2-5/16 inch ball coupler.
Pro Series Trailer Jacks
Find an A-Frame, drop leg, or swivel jack for your trailer. With bolt-on or weld-on options and able to hold up to 12,000 lbs, these are essential accessories for your trailer.
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Expert Answers about Pro Series
- Do I Need Weight Distribution and Sway Control with My 13 Foot Scamp Travel Trailer
- Sway control is designed to be used in situations where the trailer sways under adverse conditions such as high winds or when large vehicles are passing causing the trailer to become unstable. Sway control also helps if you have to maneuver suddenly. Also if the trailer has a low tongue weight percentage the sway control can help to a point, but a weight distribution system will help more with this situation.
The best solution for sway that is present without the above mentioned adverse...
view full answer... - Vehicle Recommendations for Towing 35 Foot Campers that are Around 6,500 Pounds Dry Weight
- As with any towing system you are limited to lowest rated component of the system. Sometimes that is the vehicle towing capacity. If you are looking for an SUV vehicle to tow a mid to large size camper, then you will want to make sure that the vehicle is rated for towing not only the dry weight but also the weight of any cargo, fluid, gear, etc. that you will have in the camper.
You will need to check the gross trailer weight (GTW) that is the weight of the trailer fully loaded, not...
view full answer... - Excessive Trailer Sway Towing 32-Foot Travel Trailer with 6-Inch-Lifted Ram 2500 with 37-Inch Tires
- My technical contact at Reese confirmed that using a properly-rated and -installed weight distribution/sway control system such as the Reese Dual Cam should provide some reduction in trailer sway. You are correct that the sway you are experiencing when towing with your lifted Ram 2500 with 37-inch tires could be a result of the altered geometry in the tow vehicle, in particular the higher center of gravity.
If your current weight distribution set-up has your trailer out of level when...
view full answer... - Recommended Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2015 Ford F250 With Ford Factory Fifth Wheel Prep Package
- There are two available alternatives. You can use a 5th wheel hitch that's designed to drop right into the pucks, or you can use an adapter that sits in the pucks and provides industry standard bed rails for a standard 5th wheel hitch to attach to.
First the puck mounts. If you have the short bed, you'll want to use a sliding hitch, like the Reese Elite Series Slider, part # RP30144 which will drop right into the pucks. The hitch has an 18K capacity. For a long bed truck, use the stationary...
view full answer... - Wiring Instructions for Pilot Trailer Brake Control, Part # 80550
- The blue wire carries the brake controller output voltage, the white wire provides the ground connection and is usually ran to the negative battery terminal, the black wire is the 12-volt power supply, and the red wire typically connects to the brake stoplight switch located above the brake pedal. This connection activates the trailer brakes once the brake pedal is applied.
I'll link you to our Brake Controller FAQ page, which contains much more information about brake controllers. If...
view full answer... - What Can Cause Weak Electric Drum Trailer Brakes Using a Power Stop Brake Controller
- The first thing you are going to want to test is the brake controller. Sever the brake output wire behind the back of the controller a few inches. Then use a circuit tester or multimeter like # BTMT15 to test the end coming out of the controller. If the controller output setting is set to the highest level, the tester should show approximately 12 volts.
If it does, reconnect the wire. If it does not continue testing to see if the output fluctuates or changes at all. If it does change...
view full answer... - Can a Fifth Wheel Hitch Be Installed in a Flatbed Truck
- In order to install a 5th wheel trailer hitch on a flat bed, there are some alternate installation methods that must be followed. It will be a complete custom install that will need to be done by a qualified professional with experience doing these types of installations.
The rails will need to be bolted and welded to a 1/2 inch steel plate. The hardware will need to reach through the rails, the plate above the bed, through the bed, and then through a second 1/2 inch thick steel plate...
view full answer... - Instructions for a Reese Friction Anti Sway Bar # RP26660
- I spoke to my contact at Reese and he informed me that most likely you have a Reese Friction Sway Control, part # 83660, because this product has not changed at all. I attached installation instructions for this product for you to check out.
The handle is actually the on/off switch for the unit. To set the level of friction you will actually use the bolt that is below the on/off handle as it is the gain level. To get maximum benefits from the sway control assembly, a series of road tests...
view full answer... - What Weight Capacity of Tongue Jack is Needed for a 4,600 Pound Dry Weight Trailer
- The rule of thumb for estimating a tongue weight is 10-15 percent of trailer weight. A 4,600 pound trailer would have a tongue weight between 460 and 690 pounds. Somewhere between a 1,000 to 2,000 pound capacity jack would be fine. Having a jack that is rated for more than the tongue weight is not a problem. The jack you were looking at Pro Series A-Frame Topwind Jack, part # PSEA20000103, would work fine.
You could also use Dutton-Lainson jack, part # DL22530 or Bulldog Heavy Duty...
view full answer... - Placement of Fifth Wheel Hitch In Truck Bed Relative to Rear Truck Axle
- The correct placement of the fifth wheel hitch will vary from vehicle to vehicle. It can also vary according to the type of install kit being used. Typically, the hitch will be installed so that the trailer king pin will be directly over or slightly forward of the center line of the rear truck axle. You never want the king pin rearward of the truck axle, because the pin weight of the trailer can actually make the front end of the truck too light. This can negatively affect braking and steering...
view full answer... - Will Using Weight Distribution Increase the Tongue Weight of a Trailer when Loaded
- A weight distribution system will not change the tongue weight of the trailer. It just maximizes the vehicle and hitches capacities if rated for weight distribution (check the sticker on the hitch and the owners manual for your 2013 Ford F-150). The 10 to 15 percent of gross trailer weight when calculating tongue weight is more of a guide to figuring things out. It is not a hard and fast rule. You will know if the tongue weight is too little or too heavy.
Too little tongue weight and...
view full answer... - Can You Back Up a Trailer when Using Weight Distribution
- Some weight distribution system prohibit reversing because doing so could damage the system. If you are backing up in a straight line though it would be fine. But to make turns while backing up you would need to disengage the spring bars and/or the friction sway control unit, like on # PS49903, and then maneuver the trailer.
Some systems do not have this restriction including the Reese Strait-Line systems and Blue Ox Sway Pro systems. If using a weight distribution system that does not...
view full answer... - Adjusting Weight Distribution System to Apply More Tongue Weight to Front Tow Vehicle Axle
- To determine if you have the correct system for your trailer tongue weight, you should determine the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of your trailer. The weight of any gear stowed behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle also needs to be considered as tongue weight. I have linked you to an FAQ article that shows a few ways to determine the tongue weight. You will need to ensure that the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight of your trailer does not exceed the 1,000 lb maximum...
view full answer... - Where to Attach the Electric Brake Emergency Break Away Cable When Towing with a Fifth Wheel Hitch
- There are many options for attaching the breakaway cable from the Tow Ready Trailer Break Away Kit, item # 50-85-315, to your vehicle.
You could attach to a tie down point in the bed of your truck or you could use stake pocket tie down and attach the cable to it. You could also run the cable down to the safety chain loop on the bumper hitch if your vehicle is so equipped. Finally, you could attach the cable to the rails installed in the bed of the truck.
The thing to remember is...
view full answer... - Troubleshooting a Reese Electric Trailer Brake Controller OL Error Message
- An OL error code would indicate an overload error. The cause of this is most likely a bad ground or a short to the blue brake out put wire. The first thing I would check is the connector on the back of your vehicle. Any dirt or corrosion can be causing a bad ground or a short to the brake out put pin. The solution is to clean out the connector and get rid of any dirt or corrosion. It would also be a good idea to clean out the trailer side connector as well.
There could also be a bad...
view full answer... - Comparing Reese Dual Cam and Reese SC Weight Distribution on Ford F150 Towing 30 Foot Travel Trailer
- When choosing a weight distribution system, it is best to begin the process knowing the fully loaded and ready to tow tongue weight. The procedure for determining this is shown in the FAQ article I have linked you to.
Since you are not able to confirm your tongue weight, please understand that anything I recommend will merely be an educated guess. I would recommend going with a 1,200 lb max capacity system to provide some cushion, since actual ready-to-roll tongue weight is not known....
view full answer... - How to Lower The Tongue Weight of Trailer
- The vehicle manufacturers tow rating is always going to be the final word as far as towing capacity goes. In some cases using a weight distribution system can raise the towing capacity of a given receiver hitch, but it will not be able to raise the capacity of the vehicle.
It might be possible to redistribute some of the cargo on the trailer further rearward so that the tongue weight is reduced below 500 lbs, in which case towing that particular trailer would be acceptable. Please keep...
view full answer... - Comparing Jaw Types on Fifth-Wheel Trailer Hitches
- In regards to fifth-wheel hitches, there are a number of jaw types. A slide bar jaw is found on the less expensive hitches, such as the Pro Series # PS30129. This type of jaw is a secure one for your trailer but you will notice some king pin noise and some chucking as the fit is looser. This design will automatically close around the king pin once it is in place where the double- and single-jaw models will not.
The double jaw design is more snug and secure than a slide bar jaw and you...
view full answer... - When Would a Trailer Break Away Kit Be Required By Law
- Many states in the U.S. and provinces in Canada require break away kit. In order to determine the specifics for where you live and where you plan to travel, you can check with the state and federal departments of transportation for the area. Specific weights or trailer types may change from state to state, so it is important to check for every state in which you plan to be towing.
A break away kit is just a good idea in general, whether it is required or not. It is a fairly simple system....
view full answer... - Will Spring Bars Rated Above Trailer Tongue Weight Make for a Stiff Ride
- First, when calculating tongue weight, after you have the tongue weight of the trailer, loaded and ready to tow, you then have to add to that the weight of anything you are carrying behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. If you have 200 pounds of gear at the very back of the truck, you add that in as tongue weight.
What you are experiencing is a stiff ride because the spring bars are rated much higher than are needed based on the information you have provided. Your tongue weight is...
view full answer... - Difference Between Class IV and Class V Trailer Hitch
- The big differences between a Class IV and a Class V hitch are the capacities and the opening size. Class IV is going to be a 2 inch hitch opening that has tongue weights typically up to 1,200 lbs and total trailer weight of 12,000 lbs. For a Class V hitch the capacities bump up to 20,000 lbs for the total trailer weight and 2,000 lbs tongue weight. Typically this hitch will have a 2-1/2 inch hitch opening but there are some 2 inch sizes available.
For more info on the differences between...
view full answer... - Parts Needed to Tow a Small Travel Trailer with a 1996 Toyota Tacoma
- The towing capacity of your 1996 Toyota Tacoma will depend on if your truck has a V6 or a 4 cylinder and if it is a 4X4 or a 4X2. I have listed the towing capacities of the different options for the Toyota Tacoma below.
4X4 V6 - 8,300 lbs
4X4 4 Cyl. - 7,400 lbs
4X2 V6 - 8,300 lbs
4X2 4 Cyl. - 3,500 lbs
You can verify the towing capacity of your truck by checking your owners manual or contacting a local Toyota dealer with your vehicle identification number. Toyota also places a...
view full answer... - How Tight Should Bar Style Friction Sway Control Be
- You won't see too much information on how tight to make a bar style friction sway control unit because it will be different for every situation. You would make it about as tight as you think it needs to be and then tow the trailer to see if it needs to be tighter or looser.
If you made it as tight as you can then you would not be able to move the bar by hand but the force of the trailer pushing it around can move it. But if it is too tight then it is possible that something could get...
view full answer... - How to Pick Out a Trailer Jack for a Boat Trailer
- The best way to pick out a jack is to pick out one that has enough capacity to handle the tongue weight of your trailer. Typically, tongue weight is 10-15 percent of the total weight of the trailer. So lets say your boat and trailer weight a total of 10,000 lbs. Most likely you would have a tongue weight of 1,000-1,500 lbs.
Without knowing your tongue weight but knowing the weight of your boat I think a 2,000 lb jack like the Bulldog Round Jack part # BD151443. Review video attached....
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Trailer Chucking, Jerking, and Tugging on Light Utility Trailer Carrying Two ATVs
- I believe that I can help you with the tugging you are experiencing. First, consult your vehicles owners manual for the towing capacities and recommendations, and to make sure you are not exceeding those capacities.
Next, there is a formula you can use to determine the best place for your axles. If your tongue weight is less than 10 percent of the gross trailer weight you will first determine what 10 percent of the tongue weight is. 180 pounds is what you will need. Subtract the actual...
view full answer... - Weight Distribution Hitch Recommendation for a 30 ft Camper Trailer
- The most important thing to consider when picking out a weight distribution system is the tongue weight of the setup. I attached an FAQ article on how to determine tongue weight for you, but you will also need to consider the weight of any cargo behind the rear axle as tongue weight.
Typically tongue weight is between 10-15 percent of the total weight of the trailer which in your case would be between 850 lbs and 1275 lbs. If you find that you are at 850 lbs tongue weight then the Pro...
view full answer... - Are Tongue Weight, Hitch Weight and Pin Weight The Same Thing For a Fifth Wheel Trailer
- Tongue weight and hitch weight describe the same thing, the amount of downward force applied to the hitch. For a fifth wheel hitch, it's usually called pin weight.
A 3/4 or 1 ton truck with a long bed would be the preferred vehicle for towing a fifth wheel trailer. The vehicle will have plenty of power and a suspension designed for heavy loads. The long bed will ensure plenty of clearance between the front of the fifth wheel and the rear of the truck cab.
It sounds like you've done...
view full answer... - Weight Distribution Recommendation for Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Towing 17 foot Casita Travel Trailer
- As a first step, you'll need to determine the fully loaded and ready to tow weight of the trailer.
The 2012 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited is rated to tow a maximum of 3500 lbs. Using a Weight Distribution system can increase the towing capacity of the hitch itself, but it CANNOT increase the towing capacity of the vehicle. If the fully loaded weight of your Casita TT exceeds the 3500 lb towing capacity of your vehicle, I can't recommend you tow the camper with that vehicle.
If however,...
view full answer... - Weight Distribution for a Rockwood Roo 233S with Dry Tongue Weight of 585 Pounds
- When choosing a weight distribution system you will need to go by the total tongue weight of the set up. This is calculated by taking the tongue weight of the trailer when loaded and ready to tow and adding to that the weight of anything loaded behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle.
Based on the information you have provided the trailer will weight 6,205 pounds if loaded to capacity. This could make the tongue weight of just the trailer between 585 and 930 pounds (up to 15 percent...
view full answer... - What is the Maximum 5th Wheel Towing Capacity of a 2018 Ford F-150
- There are two figures you will need to look at for towing a 5th wheel trailer with your 2018 Ford F-150 which are gross combined weight rating (GCWR) and gross axle weight rating (GAWR). GCWR is the most that the vehicle can weigh which includes both the trailer and cargo and GAWR is the maximum weight that can be placed over the rear axle. There are several different factors for each of these figures and the only way to know the exact capacity of your vehicle would be to look in the drivers...
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