How Much Clearance is Needed Between 5th Wheel Trailer and Truck Bed Rails

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If i raise pin box what should the distance from pickup bed rails to bottom of camper be

asked by: Lonnie B

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You want your fifth wheel trailer to be as level as possible but still giving you about 6 inches between underside of the trailer and the truck's bed rails to avoid the two from coming into contact.

expert reply by: Charles S

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Answer 1

While we do not carry any custom-fitted hitch receivers that will fit your Keystone Raptor toy hauler, we do have universal fits that will. For the best route, I recommend the Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver for RVs, 22" to 72" Wide…

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Answer 2

We have several possible options for a frame mounted trailer hitch for your Keystone Raptor. First, the most versatile option is going to be Curt hitch #13703. It fits frame widths from 22 to 72 inches wide (frame width is measured from the outside…

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Answer 3

It looks like you might have a Trailair Roto-Flex 5th Wheel Pin Box like #LC328330. I do recommend confirming this by locating the model name of your existing pin box. If this is the case, then to use the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer…

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Answer 4

Mainly the difference is the Lippert 1116 is considered a medium length pin box and the 1621 is considered a long one. It's not by much but the 1621 stick out about 3 inches further.

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Answer 5

Your 2014/2015 Keystone Raptor came with a Lippert 1116 pin box installed on it so we have several options for upgrading it. The ultimate solution is the 5th Airborne with Sidewinder pin box part #RP61412. This is air cushioned so the ride quality…

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Answer 6

The isolator strips that come with the part #RP56017-53 should be used when installing this rail kit. There's not telling how long electric tape would hold up so to prevent damage to your truck I would not recommend using it instead of the…

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Answer 7

Erika, absolutely. The MORryde GooseTech model #MR24MV is designed specifically as the gooseneck-adapter replacement for trailers with the Lippert Rhino pin-box pattern rated at 18,000 lb+ GTW. You'll also want Safety Chains to be safe and legal…

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Answer 8

Hey Brian! It looks like you decided to go with the MORryde GooseTech #MR27MV, which is a great option. However, the GVWR of your 2023 Keystone Montana 3231CK is 16,680 lbs and this is designed for 18k+. Also, did you verify that your pin box bolt…

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Answer 9

You sure can, Harold. Many Keystone Montanas like yours use a Lippert 1716 pin box, which can be swapped for MORryde’s GooseTech #MR39MV. It turns your fifth-wheel into a gooseneck setup, connects right to your factory ball, and uses rubber…

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Answer 10

Only certain B&W Companion 5th wheel trailer hitches are compatible with Sidewinder pin boxes like the RP61412. Basically if it is a Companion that mounts in the 4 pucks of a factory prep package then it can be used with a Sidewinder. But if the…

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Answer 11

I spoke with my contact at Trailair and from your serial number we were able to determine that your trailer came with a 1621 HD pin box which is a long pin box style. I was unable to obtain the exact part number for your Trailair pin box but from the…

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Answer 12

Hey Tim, welcome back! The MORryde GooseTech 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box #MR37MV can use 3/8" or 5/16" safety chains. We recommend the Gen-Y #GY49GR since they will run straight through the pin box just like on Gen-Y pin box. Some others…

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