Hitch position question or poll
So hi, I'm new here, done some readin here before but need someone with some experience. I've talked to a few people including a mechanic and rv place about placing the hitch back of the centreline. M...
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S.Parker wrote:steveksfc wrote:
Can you mount the hitch behind the rear axle? Yes, Should you? I wouldn't if it was me. Would I have the bed shortened? Yes I would. I have seen several that the rear wheels were close to the rear of the bed. In fact some actually mount the hitch a few inches ahead of the axle. My first question is "What is the total length of the hitch box? You can install a longer hitch box on the 5th wheel. What was the truck used for before?
Hitch box is straight up and down. I've seen the kingpin extenders. But from what I think puts extra stress on different part of the frame in a way it might not of been ment for. Kinda of abandoned that thought a while back.maybe I'm wrong
Most FWs are built with an extended pin box in mind, whether one is used, or not. Personally, I wouldn't at all be afraid to replace the pin box with one that will give you the clearance to have the pin over or 1-2" ahead of the axle centerline.
Lyle
