how do you adjustthe 5th wheel jaws |
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dave
Joined: 8/8/2007
Location: durango, CO
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how do you adjustthe 5th wheel jaws
Posted: Sat Aug 11, 2007 10:11:42 PM |
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does anybody out know how to adjust the jaws on my 5th wheel they seem to not clamp down enouph on the pin when i put on my brakes the trailer will slide forward and back 1 to 2 inches |
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solensdad
Joined: 8/25/2007
Location: Hamilton, AL
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RE:how do you adjustthe 5th wheel jaws
Posted: Sat Aug 25, 2007 7:26:03 PM |
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that all depends on the type you have. if your fifth wheel has a large nut on the front of it you turn it to adjust in in or out |
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greg
Joined: 8/30/2007
Location: Merritt Island, FL
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RE:how do you adjustthe 5th wheel jaws
Posted: Thu Aug 30, 2007 10:30:51 AM |
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Yes, it depends on which type, some have adjuster on the side sticking out and some recessed in a hole in the side of the 5th wheel-it will be covered with grease probably, and some adjusters are on the front. If you have the front adjusting type, and you cant adjust it any tighter. It may need a jaw kit. Also check your pin on the trailer for wear, they make a template type guage to check the wear on it. |
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freightbroker@verizon.net
Joined: 1/23/2006
Location: Phelan, CA
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RE:how do you adjustthe 5th wheel jaws
Posted: Thu Oct 4, 2007 10:11:45 AM |
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To adjust the type with the stud coming out the front you need to back the nut off to get the jaws to tighten. If you have that much play I recommend getting the fifthwheel rebuilt NOW! Are you sure it's the jaws and not the bushings where the pivot pins slide through on the sides? |
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