Can Forward and Backward Head Movement on Reese M5 Series 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch be Adjusted
Updated 04/16/2014 | Published 04/15/2014
Question:
My question concerns my fifth wheel hitch I bought a 2014 ford new with the hitch is there anyway to adjust the back an forth slack it seems like it has to much it moves back an forth a lot just wondering if there was any way to adjust the slack thanks
asked by: William
Expert Reply:
There are a few different possible Reese hitches you could have from Ford, # RP30921, # RP30922, or # RP30144.
The head can move some, this is normal. There should be about a 1/2 inch of movement forward or backward. I have included a link to another question and answer that includes a video showing this.
But if it is moving excessively you will want to check the center pin the head pivots on. Make sure everything is tight and also make sure that all the moving parts are moving freely and not binding up at all.
If the movement is occurring at the feet and not the head then you will need to double check that the feet are tight in the pucks.
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