SAF-HOLLAND XL-FW492 FW83 and XA-231 FleetMaster LowLube Series Fifth Wheel - Manual (Page 7)

XL-FW492 Rev D 7
Stationary Fifth Wheel Installation
continued
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Bracket Only Mount
(See Figures 2A, 2B and 2C):
Holland Bracket Only Mount fifth wheels are a weld on product that can be mounted
in a variety of configurations. The following is the recommended procedure for welding
the variations of standard over the road bracket applications.
1. Review FIGURES 2A, 2B, and 2C for the specific bracket used in your application.
Follow the recommended welding procedure shown.
2. For angle fabrication the mounting angle should extend a minimum of 18˝ forward
and not less than 12˝ to the rear of the pivot point. Minimum angle length is 36˝.
3. Brackets need to be positioned so that the fifth wheel can be properly mounted on
the brackets when secured to the tractor frame.
4. For angle thickness see “General Recommendations” on page 3 (TABLE 1).
5. For installation after welding follow the stationary fifth wheel mounting instruction
for the mounting style that applies.
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Figure_1C
FIGURE 2A
CONTINUOUS
5/16˝
FIGURE 2B
1/4˝ 1/2˝
BOTH SIDES
DOUBLE PASS MIN.
BOTH ENDS
FIGURE 2C
Both sides of
center bracket
5/16˝
Gap 1/4˝ - 1/2˝,
4 places
3
Both ends
continuous 5/16˝