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CampbellDaycrui
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Oct 17, 2016

Converting Superglide kingpin box to standard type

I've just bought a 5er that has had a Superglide capture plate welded to the kingpin box. My TV has a B&W turnover ball gooseneck hitch already and I intend to add a Companion slider, so I need to get...
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CampbellDaycrui
Explorer
Oct 18, 2016
The capture plate was welded over the original plate so I have the option of cutting it off if I want. As a first step I've cut the wedge off with a sawzall and ground off the welds. Now I have to wait for my new hitch to be delivered so I can check the fit with the new head. If it fits I am home free. If not, I'll just cut and grind off the added plate. Easy peasy!

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