How Many Springs are Needed Inside the Head of the Reese 15K 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch

Updated 02/19/2013 | Published 08/26/2012

Question:

do i need two of the same springs for this hitch, I bought this used and the springs are gone it is a 15 k reese hitch, thank you oh are there replacement stickers available for the hitch, they are also gone

asked by: Paul P

Expert Reply:

You would need 2 springs, # 30776, for the 15K Reese 5th wheel hitch. One spring attaches to the handle assembly and the other is for the jaws of the hitch. Take a look at the picture I have included that shows the springs in their positions.

The Reese 15K hitch is no longer made so the stickers for it, when it was new, are not available. But if you can tell me the approximate age of the hitch or the part number if it is on it anywhere, I may be able to find some.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Mike

2/15/2013

i have a 15 ki have a few problems, the handle came apart and after that im having a problem, keeping the jaws open, second i bought the slider want to say its the kiwk slider that handle broke off and need a part for the just the outer handle

Patrick B.

2/19/2013

We do have replacement handle assemblies available for the Kwik Slide, part 58161. For the head, if you need a new actuating rod, that is part 30579 as long as you don't have a ProSeries or Signature Series model. Depending on your hitch model, if you need a handle, check part 58055. It is a replacement handle that fits a number of Reese and Draw-Tite heads, just check the description to see if your model is listed.