Comparing Discontinued Sidewinder Repair Kits # RP86005 and # RP94316

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What exactly is the difference between kit # RP86005 and #RP94316 besides price ? I can see that the description says one is for use on 16,000lb and the other is for 16,000 or 19,000 but they look to be the same kit unless there is some difference in the materials they are made of.

asked by: William C

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Repair kit # RP94316 is designed for 5th Airborne Sidewinders whereas # RP86005 is for 16k and 19k Sidewinders only, not the air ride models. The kits are very similar though because a lot of the parts are the same or similar. But I advise using the kit for the type of Sidewinder you have to ensure compatibility.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Mike

5/30/2024

I want to be absolutely sure my Reese Sidewider is 5th air borne Sidewider Hitch rebuild kit ( IS 5AS16K ) please let me know Thank you Mike

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Jameson C.

5/30/2024

@Mike the 5th Airborne models have an air bag built into them as a cushioning device. If your has that it's a 5th airborne. It also will say it really big on the side.

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Ray

7/5/2024

So where can you get an rp86005

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Robin H.

7/7/2024

@Ray it looks like it was discontinued in 2021 but Reese may still be able to get you the parts. I would contact them directly to see if they can help https://www.reeseprod.com/ContactUs.

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Steven

8/8/2024

I have purchased a 5th airborne sidewinder from you last year, was never to happy with the noise and adjustments getting loose. I have done all the online tips. I would like to order a rp94316 rebuild kit. How do I go about ordering? Thanks

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Jon G.

8/8/2024

@Steven That kit has been discontinued and is no longer available. You might be able to find someone with a 94316 kit that they're trying to sell but it will be hard to find. I'm not seeing that you purchased a Sidewinder from etrailer, but if you let me know what the part number is on your pin box I can see if we have any alternative options for you.

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