5th wheel adjustment?
#1
03-08-2007, 02:03 PM
5th wheel adjustment?
Can I adjust the fifth wheels tightness around the kingpin? Seems like there is a little play, and you can feel the king pin slide around. Truck is a 04 mack vision, Thanks
#2
03-09-2007, 12:34 AM
Re: 5th wheel adjustment?
Originally Posted by tahawus
Can I adjust the fifth wheels tightness around the kingpin? Seems like there is a little play, and you can feel the king pin slide around. Truck is a 04 mack vision, Thanks
if you need to ask... tha answer is NO but, a tech trained to do so can. not pretty when that procedure goes awry
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Bob H
#4
03-11-2007, 12:53 AM
There should be a bolt you can adjust. If it can no longer be adjusted, then you may need to either get a new fifth wheel or have the old one rebuilt. I would start by trying to adjust it.
#5
03-11-2007, 03:32 AM
Find out what 5th wheel you have, then go to the MFG's web site. You should be able to download the info on how to properly adjust the jaws. If not, seek professional help, as improper adjustment could lead to premature dropping of the trailer in a most inopportune moment. :lol:
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