Installing a 5th wheel hitch
After many years towing a TT we are making the jump to a 5th Wheel Trailer. I'm installing a Reese 30084 slider hitch in my F250 short box pickup. I've done a lot of searching but can't find an answe...
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Forward...
Some pin weight can be transferred to trucks front axle.
Not a bad thing.
(my hitch is 2" forward---adds 150# to front axle.)
Rearward...
Could unload trucks front axle...light steering
This can negatively affect braking and steering performance.
One of the reasons hitch in sliding position is too be used for 'maneuvering' and not when in traveling
Best to follow 'installation instructions' for rail kits/hitch as outlined for your specific year/model truck
Some pin weight can be transferred to trucks front axle.
Not a bad thing.
(my hitch is 2" forward---adds 150# to front axle.)
Rearward...
Could unload trucks front axle...light steering
This can negatively affect braking and steering performance.
One of the reasons hitch in sliding position is too be used for 'maneuvering' and not when in traveling
Best to follow 'installation instructions' for rail kits/hitch as outlined for your specific year/model truck
