Reese 30868 RAIL KIT - Manual (Page 5)

30868N – 9FEB11D PCN14805 ©2011 CEQUENT PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC. LITHO IN USA
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1. The following instructions should be used to mount the fifth wheel. Care and attention to detail will ensure a quick
quality installation. Check parts against parts list to become familiar with parts in kit. (
Figure 1 )
2. Raise rear of truck high enough to allow jack stands to be placed under rear spring hanger bracket of truck. This
will provide maximum room to install the fifth wheel brackets.
3. Plastic drop-in bed liners must be cut out of the way. Remove plastic bed liner if applicable. Spray-in bed liners
and bed mats less than 1/4” thick will work with normal installation instructions. Note: Consult installer for
recommended curing time on spray-in liner before cutting holes through bed.
4. Use only CEQUENT PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC. supplied bolts, nuts, and washers to install this kit. All
bolts and nuts are Grade 8 unless specified otherwise.
5. These instructions are intended for a specific group of trucks. Each frame bracket must be bolted to the vehicle
frame with two bolts.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FIFTH WHEEL INSTALLATION
WARNING:
If the truck is raised, be sure that the truck is properly blocked and restrained to prevent the truck from falling.
Failure to do so may result in the truck suddenly falling, causing death or serious injury.
CAUTION:
Check for obstructions before drilling. Failure to do so could result in damaged fuel/brake lines, structural
members, etc. CEQUENT PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC. does its best to communicate tow vehicle
manufacturer changes; however, it is ultimately the responsibility of the installer to prevent damage due to
installation.
CAUTION:
These instructions are guidelines only. Actual installation is the responsibility of the installer and the owner.
Always measure truck and trailer before installing hitch to be sure that there is clearance at the cab and at the
bumper to allow for turns.
CAUTION!
Read page 2-4 of these instructions before starting installation. Failure to do so could result in significant vehicle damage!
VEHICLE FORWARD
DISCARD
ATTACHING HOLE
8 PLACES
CUT
Figure 8
6. Trim rear heat shield as seen in Figure 8 . Reinstall heat shield once mounting kit is in place.
TOOLS
1-1/8” socket and/or open end wrench
15/16" Socket & Open End Wrench
18mm socket 200 lb-ft Torque Wrench
3/8” Hex socket 3-1/4” Hole Saw OR 3-1/4” Greenlee Knockout Punch
THIS PIECE MUST BE
REINSTALLED