Purpose of the 2 Side Bolts on the Ranch Hitch Adapter part # AM3100
Published 12/21/2015
Question:
The two small bolts on either side come loose a lot why. That cause a screech and I need to tighten them often. If these bolts come out what could the damage be. Im sure thsee bolts should not come loose so often. Camping World put this V19 on and three years later Im still having the same problem. May I ask is this the norm for this hitch
asked by: Don
Expert Reply:
The set bolts on the side of the Ranch Hitch part # AM3100 are for keeping the height adjustment from moving. You will want to verify that 180 ft lbs of torque are put on those bolts otherwise they may continue to keep coming loose.
If they were to totally loosen the adapter would fall down to the lowest height range and then could potentially separate from the lower piece and cause your trailer to be disconnected.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Ranch Hitch Universal 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter
- 5th Wheel Gooseneck Adapter
- Adapts Trailer
- 5th Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- No Extra Clearance
- 24000 lbs
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Not Shock Absorbing
- Andersen
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Ranch Hitch Universal 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter w/8" Offset for Short-Bed Trucks
- Q&A: Correct MORryde Pin Box for Grand Design Reflections 337RLS
- Shop: Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter w/ Offset - 12" to 16" Tall
- Shop: Shocker Hitch 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter w/ eZ-Latch for Lippert 1621, 0719, and Rhino Box - 24K
- Shop: Ranch Hitch Universal 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter
- Video: Feature Breakdown: Ranch Hitch Universal 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter
- Q&A: Recommended Clearance Between Truck Bumper and Fifth Wheel/Gooseneck Trailer
- Q&A: What is Minimum Clearance Between Rear Corner of Truck and Trailer for 5th Wheel Towing
- Q&A: Need More Clearance Between Bumper on 1989 Ford F-250 and 5th Wheel Trailer
- Q&A: Which Provides Better Towing Experience, Fifth Wheel or Gooseneck
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Q&A: Best Suspension Upgrade for 33" Tandem Axles: Road Armor vs Dexter EZ Flex for Ember 22ETS
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Video: Firestone Ride-Rite Air Bags with Easy Mount Compressor Feature Breakdown
- Shop: etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers
- Shop: Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jack - 8-1/2" to 37-3/4" Lift - 6 Tons
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Q&A: What Is An OEM Prep Package And How Do I Know If I Have It
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Video: One Year Later | Firestone Airide Helper Springs and Heavy Duty Air Compressor
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Shop: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Search Results: trailer jack
- Article: 4 Steps to Choosing Your 5th Wheel Pin Box
- Video: B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch Manufacturer Breakdown
- Shop: Brake Controller
on 5th Wheel Gooseneck Adapter
