How do I adjust my kingpin fifth wheel?
First close the fifth wheel on a standard 2” kingpin or a 2” diameter shaft inserted vertically. Push on the wedge stop rod. It should move in 1/4” with hand pressure, then spring back out. To obtain a proper setting, turn the wedge stop rod clockwise to reduce the gap and counter-clockwise to increase it.
Can Reese fifth wheel Slack be adjusted?
Reese 16k fifth wheel hitches don’t have adjustable jaws, but if you have excessive slack we do have a solution. You can replace your worn out jaws with the Jaw Kit part # 58056 and your hitch will have tighter king pin clearances like it did when it was new.
Can you adjust pin box on fifth wheel?
Lowering Height at Front of Fifth Wheel Trailer By Adjusting Pin Box To drop the front of the pin box and thus lower the front of the fifth wheel, you’d need to RAISE the pin box, not lower it. Lowering the pin box would raise the height of the fifth wheel at the front.
How do you adjust the height of a fifth wheel hitch?
Loosen the nut and lockwasher under the hitch ball. Raise or lower the hitch ball so that the trailer hitch can be sitting on top of the ball. Retighten the lock washer and bolt after the balloon has been adjusted to the required height.
Who makes Reese hitching systems?
Founded in 1952 by TJ Reese, Reese pioneered the technology that has set the standard for today’s advanced towing systems designs. Because of our unwavering commitment to quality, safety and innovation, Reese Products has earned the reputation as the premier manufacturer of hitching systems in North America.
What is the towing capacity of a Reese hitch?
The Reese 16K fifth wheel hitch provides 16,000 lbs. towing capacity. Easy installation, strong performance and easy removal allows full access to the truck bed. Wide stance one-piece legs for improved stability. Instructions: Reese 30047 Installation Instructions.
Why choose Reese products?
Because of our unwavering commitment to quality, safety and innovation, Reese Products has earned the reputation as the premier manufacturer of hitching systems in North America. Our culture at Reese is to relentlessly push the envelope in our quest for the most innovative, highest performance and unparalleled quality products.
Why choose Reese towing?
Over the years Reese has introduced numerous revolutionary and innovative products to the towing market.