Reese 30138 ELITE UNDER-BED GOOSENECK HEAD - Manual (Page 3)

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5. Trucks come in many different configurations. Cequent Performance Products, Inc. recommends the use of long bed
(8ft) light trucks for the best combination in truck - trailer turning clearance.
6. The height of the coupler 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. 5). Allow more clearance between pickup walls and trailer for off road use.
Fig. 4
Rule of thumb: The distance from the back of the truck cab to the center of the rear truck
axle (“X” in Fig. 4), should be approximately 4 inches greater than one-half
the trailer width (“Y” in Fig.4)
WARNING:
Do Not install this REESE™ Elite Series Gooseneck Hitch on or attempt to tow with a
short bed pickup truck that has a bed shorter than 6 ft.!
Approximately 6 Inches
Level Trailer
Fig. 5
CAUTION:
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.
X
Y
Gooseneck Hitch Ball
RV Trailer
Truck