Section 1: Turning Clearance; Section 2: Installing The Base Unit - Andersen Hitches Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection Installation Manual

IMPORTANT As with any 5th wheel hitch, there is a point beyond which every trailer will contact
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the tow vehicle. Each trailer is unique, so become familiar with your specific vehicle/trailer limitations.
1-1.
To figure your approximate turning clearance do the following: Using a tape measure, determine the
Measurement 1
distance of
vehicle (see same diagram).
NOTE: If the coupler block is not installed, you can get an approximate idea for
measure on the center of the kingpin and then measuring the distance to the furthest corner of the trailer front end.
If the base is not installed,
gooseneck ball in the bed of the truck and then adding 5 inches to that number.
1-2.
If Measurement 1
clearance. However, "perfect clearance" is not really necessary for 5th wheel trailer towing, most truck/
trailer combinations work great with 60°-70° turning clearance. If you want more details about turning
clearance, watch the short video clip on our website at the link below (or scan the QR code).
Go to help.andersenhitches.com/install
...then click on the picture of the Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection
to see a list of available videos

SECTION 2: INSTALLING THE BASE UNIT

NOTE: Before installation make sure that the gooseneck ball in the bed
of the truck is in the up position and locked into place.
2-1
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SECTION 1: TURNING CLEARANCE

on your Trailer (see diagram below). Next, determine
Measurement 2
can be determined by measuring from the cab to the center of the
Measurement 1
Center of the Coupler
Block Ball Socket to Farthest Corner of Trailer
Measurement 2
is SHORTER than Measurement 2
Ultimate Ball to Back of Cab
then you might be close to having perfect
IMPORTANT Ensure
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that the coupler tube set
bolts are loose enough to
allow free movement of the
coupler tube.
2-1. Place the Ultimate Connection base in the bed of your
truck with the Ultimate Ball closest to the tailgate. You can
use your bed grooves to square up the hitch before tightening
it down.
Measurement 2
on the tow
Measurement 1 by placing the tape
Use your Smart Phone to scan
this QR Code and go to our
Installation Videos page on the web.