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,
in the bed of the truck and then subtracting 6 inches from 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

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 rear rail
Measurement 1
Center of the Coupler
Block Ball Socket to Farthest Corner of Trailer
Measurement 2
is SHORTER than Measurement 2
2-1. After ensuring that your industry-standard rails are securely
installed, place the Ultimate Connection base into the center of the rails.
This should center the base left to right in the bed of your tow vehicle.
For standard and long bed trucks, the base will typically need
to be installed with the ball closer to the cab of the truck.
However, if you find that you need more clearance, you can
install the base with the ball closer to the tailgate.
For short bed trucks, you will need to install the base with the
ball closest to the tailgate.
Measurement 1
Ultimate Ball to Back of Cab
then you might be close to having perfect
Installation Videos page on the web.
Standard & Long Bed Trucks
Short Bed Trucks
Measurement 2
on the tow
by placing the tape
Use your Smart Phone to scan
this QR Code and go to our