Advice on 5TH Wheel Prep Pkg
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Trailering
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From: N Michigan
I didn't add it to my '22 build and then 18 months later we purchased a 5th wheel. I ended up adding the B&W Turnover ball system, which works great. In hindsight I would have saved money with the factory setup. Drilling a 4" hole in your truck bed is nerve-wracking!
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From: Whittier, CA
Most modern fifth wheels do not absolutely need a slider hitch, because the corners are mitered off for improved clearance. Beyond that it becomes a matter of preferred level of safety from a cab collision. Opinions differ on that.
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From: Frederick, MD
I would recommend a slider for those really tight campgrounds, otherwise you would be fine with a little practice to know your specific limits.
When getting the 5er you will want to practice in am empty lot for those limits and a few practice backing ups. they dont behave like a TT or an like a flatbed with the tires more to the rear.
When getting the 5er you will want to practice in am empty lot for those limits and a few practice backing ups. they dont behave like a TT or an like a flatbed with the tires more to the rear.
Tuned
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From: Flint
I am looking at an opportunity to buy an F250 Lariat. It has low mileage and appears to be a very good deal. 1 owner and good carfax report. The only issue is it has the camper package but doesnt have the 5th wheel package. I am looking at a small 5th wheel. Only 8000 lbs. So my question is this, would you pull the trigger and buy the F250 and just add the 5th wheel package at the dealership? I am told they will install it for $1400.
https://www.fairwayfordparts.net/oem-parts/ford-17-thru-22-super-duty-oem-ford-5th-wheel-gooseneck-hitch-prep-package-lc3z5f057a?srsltid=AfmBOoohLbP07NgLimZ0qYjM6n4Ybln fCKkJOxJEQ1UYgTlq-030KrWy
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From: Beautiful South
I would just buy it from Ford and install it myself and save $700. It's pretty easy to do and can be done in ~1 hour. The only part that you would need another person to help with is lifting the aluminum box off and back on. It's really light, I've done it before.
https://www.fairwayfordparts.net/oem-parts/ford-17-thru-22-super-duty-oem-ford-5th-wheel-gooseneck-hitch-prep-package-lc3z5f057a?srsltid=AfmBOoohLbP07NgLimZ0qYjM6n4Ybln fCKkJOxJEQ1UYgTlq-030KrWy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zvf5Y4DWySo&t
https://www.fairwayfordparts.net/oem-parts/ford-17-thru-22-super-duty-oem-ford-5th-wheel-gooseneck-hitch-prep-package-lc3z5f057a?srsltid=AfmBOoohLbP07NgLimZ0qYjM6n4Ybln fCKkJOxJEQ1UYgTlq-030KrWy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zvf5Y4DWySo&t
Tuned
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From: Flint
You alright? I have done it. Edit: Granted, I've helped others do it before so I admit that having the experience doing it before helps. The guy quoting 3 hours in the video is doing it by himself.
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I have been using the B&W's since 2005. I have installed several myself. The first one I was too cheap to buy a 4" hole saw so I cut it with a saber (jig) saw and filed the edges.
I prefer them for several reasons. One I like the locking pin that holds it on. Not impressed with the little ***** on each side of the others that are supposed to hold it in.
Second I like and use the 4" extended ball as far as I know B&W is the only one that makes one
I prefer them for several reasons. One I like the locking pin that holds it on. Not impressed with the little ***** on each side of the others that are supposed to hold it in.
Second I like and use the 4" extended ball as far as I know B&W is the only one that makes one
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