What Size Bolts are Normally Used For Installing Fifth Wheel Rails

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Hiw many n what size do I need for my1994 2500 ram . To I shall my fifth wheel rails brackets n hitch

asked by: Preston

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Expert Reply:

We have the Reese fifth wheel rail bolt kit part # RP58504 which comes with 10 bolts and is used with their 10 bolt rails. The size of the bolts is 1/2"-13 x 2".

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I spoke with my Curt representative, who tells me that either Grade 8 or Grade 5 half-inch bolts are acceptable. In the past, they provided Grade 5 with their install kits, but recently changed to Grade 8. It doesn't matter which of the two bolts…

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Answer 2

Hi Dustin, To find the correct replacement pin box we'll first need to determine your trailer's bolt pattern. Everything I can see shows a Lippert Rhino bolt pattern but it wouldn't hurt to double check. If you can send me some pictures…

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Answer 3

The modern equivalent of the H78-15 tires are tires sized at 225/75-15. A good replacement for your tire in this size is the Kenda Karrier 225/75-15 Radial Tire, part #AM10251. This tire has Load Range of C and is a 6 ply (the lowest we have in this…

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Answer 4

It's possible to put a set of fifth wheel rails directly to the frame of a truck that doesn't have a bed. In reality the truck bed is just something that has to be worked around when installing a rail kit as it installs and attaches directly…

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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 6

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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Answer 7

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 8

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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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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Answer 10

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 11

Hey Andrew! Yes, Furrion does have a Chill Cube model with a heat pump. This was actually just released for aftermarket sale. You will need a complete system to make the switch, new R32 units aren't backwards compatible with old R410A systems.…

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Answer 12

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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