Should There be Gap Between Top of Fifth Wheel Hitch and Pin Box Mounting Surface
Updated 09/05/2023 | Published 09/04/2023
Question:
There’s about a 1/4 inch gap between the top plate on fifth wheel and the plate on the king pin . Is that normal?
asked by: Jim B
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Expert Reply:
That's quite a large gap between the top plate of the hitch and the pin box surface. That to to me would indicate there's a problem. Most likely it's a high pinned king pin. I would disconnect, try lowering the trailer using the jacks, and then try connecting again.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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