Will Vehicle And Trailer Aligner Work For A 5th Wheel?

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Would this work for a fifth wheel? PTW1276

asked by: Brian O

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Yes, the Vehicle and Trailer Aligner - LED and Yellow Ball # PTW1276 will work for a 5th wheel application. You can put the magnet on your pin box and the top of your 5th wheel hitch to help you align in the same way you would for a hitch ball and coupler.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

So the number GH-8045AL you are seeing is the Gen-Y part number for our #GY58GR. So everything is okay with that. As far as the height and the mounting holes it can vary so much from camper and vehicle that I always say it is best to just ensure you…

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The Performance Tool Vehicle and Trailer Aligner part #PTW1276 would not attach directly to the hitch ball on the Rapid Hitch Adjustable, Aluminum Ball Mount Kit part #AM3405 because the top is made of nylon which is not magnetic. However, the…

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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Hey Doug! The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F35FV are the right kit for your 2026 Ford F-350 FX4 dually. However, you will need to measure to be sure it fits. The distance from the top of your rear axle to the top of the jounce bump stop…

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You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Hey there Trace! There are parts of the steel brackets that come into contact with the aluminum bed on your new 2026 F350 Super Duty (congrats on the new truck by the way - those are super nice!). B&W says to use strips of polypropylene tape…

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Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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First you will need to replace your factory hitch on your 2024 Ford F-350 with the TorkLift SuperHitch Magnum Trailer Hitch Receiver #TL27CR. Then you will be able to attach the Rear Tie-Downs #TLR3504 to their receiver. For the front we have the…

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Hey Bob, congrats on a setting up a new camper! Out of all of those options you'll also need to consider daily driving comfort unless that camper is a permanent addition to your truck bed. Listed below are a brief breakdown of each and a…

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