What are the Torque Specifications for the Set Bolts on Pro Series Gooseneck Coupler # PS0287790300

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How tight do you need to have the 2 bolts in the front to stop the tube from sliding up?

asked by: Jay

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I spoke with my contact at Pro-Series and he informed me that you will need to torque down the set bolts to 125 ft/lbs on this Pro Series Gooseneck Coupler, part # PS0287790300.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Hey Fred, The B&W Extend-A-Goose Gooseneck Coupler #BWTEXA4200 has mounting holes on the sides of it as opposed to the front and back. You'll want to secure this with a "side to side" pin and then you can use a set screw on your…

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Answer 2

As long as your horse trailer features a 4 inch diameter outer tube (which is pretty standard) the B&W Extend-A-Goose Gooseneck Coupler #BWTEXA4200 that you referenced will work really nicely to replace its inner tube. It will provide a 10 inch…

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Answer 3

Hello Eli, thanks for reaching out. Yes, the Demco EZ-Latch Gooseneck Coupler #DM43KV is safe to use on a dump trailer. The key thing to understand is that the weight of the trailer is still carried by the ball, not by the latch itself. The EZ-Latch…

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Answer 4

Kenny, those bolts for the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #BWRVK3500-5W should be torqued to 40 ft. lbs. Also, the pivot arms would need to be torqued to 80 ft. lbs, the draw down bolt should be tighten to 60 ft.lbs and the arms should be…

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Answer 5

Hi Dennis; the Demco eZ-Latch Gooseneck Coupler #DM73KV can face any direction as long as the holes line up. If you think it will work best facing the rear I would install it that way. Worst case, if it doesn't work as well as you want it to you…

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Answer 6

Good question; the bolts in the Hardware Kit for Demco Adjustable Channel Mount Couplers #DM6166 should be torqued to 150 lb-ft during install of a Demco coupler like #DM14040-81 to a bracket like #DM66134.

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

When installing the B&W Extend-A-Goose Gooseneck Coupler #BWTEXA4200, the trailer sleeve set bolts should be torqued down to 125 foot pounds. I have attached the complete install manual below that you can also look through.

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Answer 9

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 10

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 11

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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Answer 12

Since wire color codes are NOT universal, we always recommend wiring by function, rather than wire color. If you look at the Trailer Wiring FAQ article I have linked you to, you can see some diagrams showing the proper way to wire a vehicle and…

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What are the Torque Specifications for the Set Bolts on Pro Series Gooseneck Coupler # PS0287790300

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