Two "controversial" questions...
My head is spinning trying to understand two potentially debatable questions after my research. I pretty much gave up on getting a fifth wheel due to my truck height until I had to tow an old one th...
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atvanish wrote:
My head is spinning trying to understand two potentially debatable questions after my research. I pretty much gave up on getting a fifth wheel due to my truck height until I had to tow an old one this weekend and remembered how nice they tow. My truck is ~2-3" taller than a 'normal' 2500/3500 keep in mind...
1) How nose high is acceptable? My understanding is equalizer axles are designed to accommodate this...
2) Do any manufacturers allow/warranty GN adapters? Trailer I towed had one...
Constructive thought would be appreciated! :)
Options:
1) Lower the truck
2) "Flip" the axles, if not already done
3) Add a sub-frame spacer to raise the FW to the desired height. Don't forget that you also need to maintain at least 6" bed clearance besides the attitude of the FW.
Towing "slightly" nose high (like 2-4") shouldn't be much of an issue unless you tow near, or at, GVW a lot. I tow about 2-3" nose high because I want max clearance on my bed. I'm betting that, if I go to a newer truck, I'd be higher and would have to go the frame spacer route to raise my FW a couple inches.
Lyle
