Reese 30142 18K ELITE SERIES - Manual (Page 11)

5. Trucks come in many different configurations. Cequent Performance Products’ hitches are designed for use in light trucks
such as the Ford F-Series, the Chevy Silverado and the Dodge Ram. Cequent Performance Products recommends the use of
long bed (8ft) light trucks for the best combination in truck - trailer turning clearance.
Rule of thumb: The distance from the back of the truck cab to the center of the rear truck
axle (“X” in Fig. 20), should be approximately 4 inches greater than one-half
th t il
idth (“Y” i Fi 20)
RV TRAILER
Figure 20
the trailer width (“Y” in Fig.20)
Y
6. If a short bed pickup (less than 8 ft. but longer than 6 ft.) is to be used for towing, Cequent Performance Products
recommends the trailer be equipped with a minimum 13” extended pin box to help gain additional truck - trailer turning
clearance (See trailer manufacturer for options) (See Fig. 21). It also may be helpful for the 18K version to add an Elite
series Slider (Part # 30070) for increased turning clearance for low speed, non-highway maneuvering.
KING PIN
TRUCK
X
Figure 21
Conventional Pin Box Extended Pin Box
WARNING: Do Not install this fifth wheel hitch on or attempt to tow with a short bed
pickup truck that has a bed shorter than 6 ft. Unless you use a REESE Sidewinder or
Revolution Pin Box. Doing so could result in vehicle damage, Serious injury, or Death.
7. The height of the hitch and the pin box should be adjusted so the trailer is approximately level as it is towed. Allow
approximately 6 inches clearance between the top of the pickup walls and the underside of the front of the trailer for pitch and
roll of the trailer. (See Fig. 22). For off road use allow more clearance between pickup walls and trailer.
Approximately 6 Inches
Figure 22
pp y
Level Trailer
CAUTION:
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The measurements above are guidelines. If your measurements are close to these numbers re-check
clearances. If vehicle and/or trailer has any added bed vicinity accessories (i.e. fairings, air dams, ground effects,
bed rails, etc.). Additional dimensioning and clearance checks have to be made.