What are the Torque Specs for the Installation Bolt Kit for Gen-Y Hitch 5th Wheel Pin Boxes GY86FR?
Updated 03/02/2026 | Published 02/27/2026
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What is the recommended torque for these when installing a fifth wheel hitch.
asked by: Matt
Expert Reply:
Hey Matt, welcome back! The Installation Bolt Kit for 5th Wheel Pin Boxes and 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Adapters item # GY86FR uses twelve 5/8" Grade 8 bolts that should be tightened to 160 ft-lbs. This kit is exactly what you need to install the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel Pin Box item # GY78GR.
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Installation Bolt Kit for Gen-Y Hitch 5th Wheel Pin Boxes and 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Adapters
- Accessories and Parts
- 5th Wheel Pin Box
- Mounting Hardware
- Gen-Y Hitch Pin Box
- Gen-Y Hitch
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Matt
3/2/2026
I am replacing the standard rhino pin box on my Brinkley Z3100. Thanks for the info So I can make sure I have an appropriate torque wrench for the install.