Husky 33157 User manual

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Base rails not included
Dealer /
Installer:
Provide a copy of these instructions to the end user of this product.
These instructions provide important operating and safety
information for proper usage of this product. Demonstrate the
proper use of the product with the end user. Have the end user
demonstrate that they understand the proper use of the product.
End User:
Read and follow all instructions included in this manual.
Ask your
Dealer / Installer for assistance if you do not understand the proper
use of the product. Never remove any decals from the product.
Part # 33157 (Hitch Head and Yoke)
will Be compatible with the following
kits:
31668K (Shown in this manual)
31690K
33017K
33021K
33153K
33171K
Please refer to owner's manual for
proper instructions.
NOTICE
Husky recommends to always drive the king pin into the hitch throat and
not drop the king pin from above into the hitch head to avoid incorrect
hook-ups. Please read Operating Instruction to understand how this
important Safety Feature operates.
WARNING! Never exceed the towing capacity of the tow vehicle.
WARNING
Failure to follow all of these instructions may result in death or serious injury
Use with 4 bolt 31323 or 10 bolt
30686 base rails. Base Rails are
not included with this kit.
Center Bolt Kit 32059 (sold
separately) must be used when
towing with a 26K hitch, Goose Neck,
or Maneuvering System.
Assembly, Installation, Operation and
Maintenance Instructions
26KW 5TH WHEEL HITCH
Part # 33157 (Hitch Head and Yoke)
Part # 31568 (Cross Member)
Part # 31325 (2 Uprights)
P/N: 33157
60-90 minutes

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Introduction
•Safety is of paramount importance in both installation and use of the Husky
26K W 5th Wheel Hitch System. Observe all "Cautions" and "Notes" found in
this manual, as well as common sense precautions to ensure the safety of
yourself and others.
•Caution: The Husky 26K W 5th Wheel Hitch System is recommended for use
only in truck beds 6 feet or longer.A Husky Heavy-Duty Roller combined with a
26K W 5th Wheel Hitch is recommended for 6-foot short bed truck
installations.
•For best results, it is recommended you have your Husky 26K W 5th Wheel
Hitch System (33157, 31568, and 31325) professionally installed by a qualified
technician.
•The Husky 26K W 5th Wheel Hitch System is designed to tow 5th Wheel
Trailers with a total Gross Vehicle Weight Rating up to 26,000 lbs. Do Not
Exceed the Rated Capacity.
•King pin weight should never exceed 6,500 lbs.
Tools Listing
The following tools will be required for installation:
• (2) 7/16” wrenches/sockets
• (2) 3/4” wrenches/sockets
•60mm wrench or pipe wrench
•Eye protection
•Gloves
•Torque wrench capable of 110 ft.-lbs. of torque
Package Contents
Unpacking: The Husky 26K W 5th Wheel Hitch Assembly (33157, 31568, and 31325) ships
in three boxes as indicated below. The Husky 26K W 5th Wheel HitchAssembly (33157,
31568, and 31325) does not include Base Rails. Inspect all parts for damage & verify that
all items listed are present.
33157 Box 1 Contains:
Hitch head (Qty 1)
Hitch Handle w\Grip (Qty 1)
Instructions
31568 Box 1 Contains:
Cross Member (Qty 1)
Hardware kit
31325 Box1 Contains:
Uprights (Qty 2)

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Prior To Installation
The distance from the back of the truck cab to the center of the King Pin (Dim X) should be
4” greater than one-half the trailer width (Dim Y)
If towing with a short bed truck less than 8ft, Husky Towing recommend the use of a Husky
Heavy-Duty Roller for increased turning clearance at slow maneuvering speeds.
*Check the Truck Payload and Trailer Weight as defined inAppendixA
(Checking Truck & 5th Wheel Trailer Weight Rating). Never Overload
Truck, Trailer or Hitch.
*This Hitch requires Pre-Installed Base Rails which are bolted through the
Bed of the Truck into brackets which in turn are fastened to the Truck
Chassis. DO NOT INSTALLHITCH BY FASTENING TO THE FLOOR OF
THE PICKUPBOX. The Pickup Box Floor is not strong enough to carry the
loads imposed by the trailer
*This 5th Wheel Hitch is rated for a MAXIMUM Pin Weight of 6,500 lbs and a
MAXIMUM Trailer GVW of 26,000 lbs. Exceeding Maximum ratings may
result in death, serious injury or property damage.
Warnings

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Assembly & Installation Procedures
1. Upright and Cross Beam Assembly
A) If using pre-existing base rails ensure that the center to center (fore and aft) distance is
22” and that there are two pairs of slots in the base rails that are 20-5/8" apart (side to
side) Otherwise contact your local dealer for proper base rail selection and installation.
B) Place the uprights into the base rails with the decals facing the rear of the truck.
Secure the uprights to the base rails using the 1/2-inch diameter clevis pins and
secure using the large hairclips in the hardware bag.

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C) Install the Cross Beam.
NOTE: - The Cross Beam is adjustable in both the Vertical and the Fore & Aft
directions. 4 Sets of holes in the ends of the cross beam provides 3-9/16” of vertical
adjustment in 4 steps of 1-3/16”. 3 Sets of holes in the Upright (item 17) provides 2-
1/2” fore and aft movement from the center line of the Uprights.
IMPORTANT:- The Center of the 5thWheel Hitch should be positioned between 1”
and 3” forward of the Center of the Rear Axle.
D) Find the center line of the rear axle and mark on the upright. Measure 2” forward of
the mark and put a 2nd mark on the upright. Find a set of bolt holes in the upright and
cross beam which positions the center of the cross beam as close as possible to this 2nd
mark, while always keeping the center of the cross beam forward of the rear axle.

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E) Once you’ve found the horizontal position for the cross beam, next find the vertical
position for the cross beam.
NOTE: - If the Trailer is available for measuring follow the instructions in the section
“Operating Instructions” sub section “Preparing For First Use”. Otherwise put the
Cross Beam in the highest position per instruction (F).
F) Put the cross beam in the highest position using the pattern of holes on the end of the
cross beam. Place a flat washer, lock washer and nut on each bolt & finger tighten.Add
shims as necessary to fill gaps. Snug down the four nuts using an "X" pattern. Torque the
nuts to 110 ft-lbs. Note: Be sure that the Cross Beam straddles the uprights. Do not
over tighten, as this will cause the uprights to fit improperly in the base rails.
Use only the supplied bolts, nuts, and washers to install this kit. All nuts and bolts
are Grade 8 unless specified otherwise.
G. Shims 32043 are provided to adjust crossmember and uprights. Use only if needed
for proper alignment.
Place shim on either side
as needed

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3. Handle Assembly
A) Attach the handle with the 3/8” Carriage Bolts, lock washers and nuts. Torque the nuts
to 23 ft.-lbs. Ensure the padlock hasp points down as per the sketch.
2. Head and Yoke Assembly
A) Install Head & Yoke with pivot pin and castle nut. Tighten the castle nut until all the fore
and aft movement is eliminated in the pivot pin and in the head and yoke assembly. This
may require 60mm wrench or pipe wrench. Continue to tighten the castle nut until the
safety pin can be inserted. Close the clip on the Locking Clevis Pin to secure the nut.
B) Using a grease gun, grease Zerk fitting on the plate side of the pivot pin.

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Understanding the Safety Features of your New HUSKY 5th
Wheel.
This Husky 5th Wheel Hitch has new features which add to the safety and ease of
operation. The most important feature to understand is that the Hitch will only fully close
when the King Pin of the 5th WheelTrailer is located correctly inside the Hitch.
Before using this 5th Wheel Hitch for the first time, the Operator needs to understand the
operation of the safety features of this Hitch.
A) Pull the Handle fully out, and then let it slide back while pushing it gently forward
towards the cab of the truck to miss the latch. The Hitch should partially close.
B) Looking on the front of the Hitch, the indicator should be as shown in the sketch above.
C) Using a Stick, (Keep fingers out of Jaw area) press on the Trigger Plate located
underneath the Jaw. Pressing on the Trigger Plate will release the jaw mechanism and it
will fully close. The Lock Hasp Indicator should now show that the Jaw is closed.
After the test, pull on the handle all the way out to reset the Latch Mechanism
WARNING
CLOSING THE HITCH BY TRIPPING THE TRIGGER PLATE SHOULD ONLY BE
DONE AS A TEST. IN NORMAL OPERATION LEAVE THE HITCH OPEN UNLESS
IT IS COUPLED TO A TRAILER.
ALWAYS PULL HANDLE OUT TO ENSURE HITCH IS OPEN BEFORE COUPLING
THE TRAILER.
Lock hasp
indicator showing
jaw open
Lock hasp indicator
covered showing
jaw closed

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Jaw/5th Wheel is shown in closed/towing position The hitch is packed and shipped in this condition. The jaw is completely closed & the ½” bolt is at the rear / top of the cam track. This condition should only be “seen” when the hitch is opened from the box for the 1st time or when a 5th wheel trailer is loaded into the hitch for towing. It is IMPOSSIBLE to load a 5th wheel trailer into the hitch while in this position. NEVER try and load a 5th wheel trailerwhile the jaw is in this closed position. Damage to the 5th wheel hitch WILL occur. Jaw/5th Wheel is shown in ½ open / loadingposition This is the normal / intended loading condition for a 5th wheel trailer into this hitch. The jaw is slightly open and the ½” bolt is working towards the front / bottom of the cam track. Do NOT try to unload a 5th wheel hitch while in this condition. Damage to the 5th wheel hitch WILL occur. Jaw/5th Wheel is shown in open / unloading position This is the normal unloading condition for a 5th wheel trailer into this hitch. The jaw is completely open and the ½” bolt has worked more towards the front / bottom of the cam track. The ½” bold should not be at the very front / bottom of the cam track. It is possible to load & unload a 5th wheel trailerin this position without any damage.

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Operating Instructions
About Your Husky 26K W 5th Wheel Hitch
The Husky 26K W 5th WheelHitch System is designed to tow 5th WheelTrailers with a Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating up to 26,000 lbs. Do not exceed the rated GVWRof your vehicle as it will
create an unsafe towing condition. It has a 4-way swivel head, its height is adjustable from 15.75
to 19.25 inches in 1-3/16-inch increments and is removed from the bed of the truck by pulling 4
retaining pins.
Preparing For First Use
Your Husky 26K W 5th wheel system is now installed and you're anxious to be on your way down the
road. You're almost there but take a few minutes to ensure your hitch is set up properly for your
particular truck/coach combination by following the steps below.
1. Verify that the cross member is set at the proper height to provide a minimum of 6" clearance
between the bottom of the trailer nose and the top of the truck bedsides and allows for a level-
towing attitude of the 5th WheelTrailer (See Figure 1 below).
Figure 1
With top face of head level measure up to top of pickup box (dimension Y in Figure 1). On
the trailer measure up from the face of the pin box to the underneath of the trailer
(dimension X in Figure 1). Measurement X less measurement Y gives the amount of
clearance between the top of the pickup box and the underneath of the trailer.
At a minimum this should be 6”, if the trailer and tow vehicle are going off-road then this
needs to be 8” to 10”.
If this dimension is less than 6” DO NOT USE THIS TRAILER
WITH THIS TOW VEHICLE. Severe damage may occur to both the
pickup box and the trailer.

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2. If necessary, adjust the cross member to the proper height, ensuring the fasteners are re-
torqued to 110 ft. lbs.
Coupling Your Trailer
1. Ensure the 5th WheelTrailer wheels are blocked front & rear & that the rear stabilizer
jacks are fully retracted.
2. Also make sure the 5th WheelTrailer landing leg feet are on a stable surface.
3. Pull handle fully out, then while pulling it to the rear of the truck let it slide back in until it
catches on the latch.
4. Check that the Orange indicator is not obscured by Lock Hasp. This shows the Hitch
is unlocked.
5. With hitch head level, set trailer king pin box ½” to 1” below hitch so trailer will ride up
and onto hitch. Back Up the truck under the trailer so the king pin enters the hitch.

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7. Use the supplied Locking Clevis Pin through the lock hasp to retain the hitch closed.
6. When the king pin is correctly seated in the hitch it will trip the latch. This will allow the
jaw to close. The handle will then move to the closed position and cover the indicator.
WARNING
IF THE HANDLE WILLNOT CLOSE THEN THE KING PIN IS NOT POSITIONED
CORRECTLY IN THE HITCH. UNCOUPLE THE TRAILER AND TRYAGAIN!!
8. For additional security Husky Towing recommends using a Padlock instead of the
Locking Clevis Pin to Securely Lock the handle closed.

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Before Towing.
1. Connect and test power cables, attach emergency brake cable. With Trailer Landing
Gear down, wheels chocked, and the trailer brakes SET ON slowly pull forward to
check security of king pin in hitch. Recheck connections and ensure Safety Pin or
Padlock is through the lock hasp.
2. Remove the wheel chocks from the wheels of the 5th Wheel Trailer; Raise Trailer
Landing Gear and double check that the hitch is properly attached to your tow vehicle.
Warning! Never back the tow vehicle under the trailer king pin and then lower the
king pin into the hitch. This will result in high pinning and will result in hitch damage
and possible vehicle damage, injury or death!
NEVER LOWER THE KING PIN INTO THE HITCH
USING THE TRAILER JACKS. THIS IS A VERY
DANGEROUS PRACTICE AND WILL RESULT IN THE
KING PIN SITTING ON TOP OF HITCH INSTEAD OF
INSIDE. THE TRAILER COULD THEN BECOME
DETACHED FROM THE TRUCK DURING TOWING
CAUSING SERIOUS DAMAGE AND POSSIBLY
INJURY OR DEATH.
Uncoupling Your Trailer
1. Chock the front and rear wheels of your trailer.
2. If necessary, start your truck & back up against the kingpin to relieve pressure on the
slide bar. Set the parking brake, put the transmissioninto park and then turn off your
vehicle.
3. Extend the landing gear of the 5th WheelTrailer until the weight of the 5th Wheel
Trailer is just off of the 5th wheel plate of the hitch and on solid ground. Do not exceed
1/16" gap between the bottom plate of the king pin box and the top plate of thehitch
Caution: Raising the 5th Wheel Trailer too high while still connected can
damage the hitch head as well as components of your 5th Wheel Trailer.
Do not extend the rear stabilizers of the 5th Wheel Trailer prior to or
during uncoupling.
4. Disconnectthe electrical and breakaway connectors in accordance with your 5th
WheelTrailer owner's manual.

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5. Pull handle fully out, then while pulling it to the rear of the truck let it slide back in
until it catches on the latch.
6. Check that the lock hasp indicator shows jaw open.
7. Slowly drive the truck out from underneath of the trailer.
8. Observe the lock hasp to ensure the hitch does not accidentally close during
uncoupling.
WARNING
DURING COUPLING AND UNCOUPLING OF THE TRAILER SUDDEN AND
UNEXPECTED MOVEMENTS OF THE TRUCK AND/OR TRAILER MAY OCCUR.
ALWAYS KEEP WELL CLEAR OF THE TRUCK AND TRAILER DURING
COUPLING AND UNCOUPLING.
OPERATIONS SUCH AS CONNECTING AND DISCONNECTING POWER CABLES,
OPENING AND CLOSING THE HITCH, INSTALLING SAFETY CLIPS OR
PADLOCKS SHOULD ONLY BE UNDERTAKEN WHEN THE WEIGHT OF THE
TRAILER IS BEING CARRIED ON THE TRAILER LANDING GEAR, THE WHEELS
OF THE TRAILER ARE CHOCKED AND THE TRUCK IS IN PARK WITH THE
EMERGENCY BRAKE APPLIED.

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SLIDE ARM
INDICATOR
MECHANISM
CAM TRACK
JAW PIVOT
1. Inspect the hitch each time before connecting a trailer, check to ensure all fasteners are
tight and there are no cracks or excessive wear on the hitch; and also make sure that the
jaw mechanism moves freely. Check that King Pin Indicator in the hitch is working
correctly by pulling the handle out, then while holding the handle forward letting it slide
back into the hitch. The Jaw should not close all the way. If the Jaw closes all the way
with no King Pin in place, then the hitch is defective and must be repaired or
replaced. If excessive wear or damage is found, contact your installing dealer
or HUSKY technical support staff at www.huskytow.com or 1-877-544-4449
2. After the first 100 miles, and at least once a year thereafter, inspect all bolts for proper
tightness. Retighten nuts if needed.All fasteners ½” diameter, torque to 110 ft.-lbs.
3. Apply bearing grease to top plate before coupling, or use a lubrication plate min
diameter10”, max thickness 3/16” (See Husky Dealer).
Lubrication.
1. The moving parts of the hitch require regular lubrication. (Every 3 to 6 month). Particular
attention should be paid to the SlideArm, CamTrack, Jaw Pivot and Indicator
Mechanism. (As shown in the sketch)
Maintenance
2. For best use apply a White Lithium Grease liberally to all moving surfaces including
Pivot Pin holding the Head and Yoke to the Cross Beam. To ensure thorough
lubrication, take the Head and Yoke off the Cross Beam by removing the Pivot Pin
and turn the Head and Yoke upside down beam to gain access to the underneath of
the Hitch. Pull the handle to access the parts easily. It is not recommended that the
Hitch be disassembled any further than removing the Pivot Pin. It should be noted
the bolts holding the Head to the Yoke are tightened to 240 ft.-lbs. of torque.
Reassemble the Hitch taking care to replace the Safety Lock Pin in the Castle Nut of
the Pivot Pin.
3. Alternatively the Hitch mechanism may be liberally sprayed with “Spray White
Lithium Grease” (Obtainable in Auto Part Stores) every couple of months. Note
warnings on Spray Can.
4. Caution: The latch mechanism can close with heavy force. Use extreme care to
keep fingers, hands, extremities & clothing out of the path of the mechanism.
Failure to do so could result in severe injury.
5. Grease the Zerk fitting periodically, located on plate side of pivot pin.
Only the internal
mechanism is
shown for clarity

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TOWING TIPS
Driving Tow Vehicle
Good habits for normal driving need extra emphasis when towing a trailer. The additional weight of the trailer affects
acceleration and braking. Extra time should be allowed for passing, stopping and changing lanes. Signal well in advance of a
maneuver to let other drivers know your intentions. Severe bumps and badly undulating roads can damage your towing vehicle,
hitch and trailer, and should be negotiated at a slow, steady speed. If any part of your towing system “bottoms out” or if you
suspect damage may have occurred in any other way, pull over and make a thorough inspection. Correct any problems before
resuming travel.
Turning and backing up present new problems-plan ahead. It is highly recommended that a spotter be used when backing up
to alert the driver of possible obstacles and prevent jack knifing the trailer.
Towing a trailer will change your turning radius, the longer the trailer the larger radius turn.
Driving Conditions
Whendriving in conditionswhere the pavement is wet, icy, snowy, loose gravel, grass and dirt, reduce speed and do not make
any sudden maneuvers. Allow ample distance/time for stopping and changing lanes. If possible,wait for road conditions to
improve before driving.
Follow all state, local and provincial drivingand towing laws in the location you are driving in.
Not following your tow vehicle, trailer, and Husky instructions/manuals can result in a fatal accident.
Check Your Equipment
Please refer to the MAINTENANCE section. Periodicallycheck the condition of all your towing equipment and keep it in top
condition.
Tire Inflation
Unless specified otherwise by the towing vehicle or trailer manufacturer, tires should be inflated to their manufacturer’s towing
recommendations.
Towing Vehicle and Trailer Manufacturers Recommendations
Review the owner’s manual for your towing vehicle and trailer for specific recommendations, capacities and requirements.
Passengers in Trailers
Trailers should not be occupied while being towed. Most states enforce this regulation.
Trailer Lights, Turn Signals, Electric Brakes
Always hook up all of the trailer lights, electric brakes and break-away switch connectionwhenever trailer is being towed. Also
periodically check functionality of all lights before towing and repair any problems as needed.
Trailer Loading
Proper trailer loading is very important. Heavy items should be placed close to the floor near the trailer axle centerline. The
load should be balanced side to side and firmly secured in the trailer to prevent shifting.
Remove Hitch When Not Towing
Remove hitch from receiver on towing vehicle when not towing a trailer to reduce chances of striking hitch on driveway or other
objects and reduce the chance of parts being stolen.
Maintenance (All products)
Keep hitch ball or gooseneck lubricated when used.
Whennot in use, remove ball mount, shank or gooseneckball and store in clean, dry place.
Keep hitch ball, gooseneck, receiver and 5th wheel clean and lubricated.
Lubricate the bars and trunnion bar holes on a weight distribution hitch.
At The Beginning of Every Towing Day (All Products)
Clean hitch ball or gooseneck ball and coat lightly with grease.
Lubricate the top plate and moving parts of your 5th wheel hitch before coupling.
Check for worn or damaged parts. Check the torque of all hardware.
Check to see that all electricalhook-ups are in working order and that the safety chains are securely connected.
If electric brakes are used ensure the emergency break away cable is attached to the tow vehicle.
Towing safely is the responsibility of the driver of the vehicle. Failure to tow safely can result in vehicle damage, bodily injury or
death.

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Problem
What To Look For
Solution
Hitch is difficult to install
and remove from the base
rails.
Hitch is not assembled correctly.
Refer to Hitch Assembly section for
proper assembly instructions.
Base Rails are not parallel with each
other.
Use spacer to hold both base rails
parallel while loosening and
retightening the carriage bolts.
Truck bed collapsing around
carriage bolts in base rails.
Install proper spacers between the base
rail and corrugations. Refer to
installation instructions for specific
directions.
Hitch will not hook up to the
trailer king pin.
Incorrect king pin height
The king pin plate should be ½” to 1”
below the 5th wheel skid plate.
Excessive angle between hitch head
and king pin.
Level trailer or tow vehicle with blocks
under the wheels.
Lube disc is too thick.
Check thickness of lube disc. It should
not exceed 3/16”.
Bent king pin.
Contact your local dealer for
replacement.
Hitch is difficult to unhook
from trailer.
King pin is resting against the latch,
preventing it from sliding open.
Remove pressure on the latch by
blocking the trailer wheels in front and
behind.
With trailer wheels blocked and truck
running, place truck in reverse, set the
parking brake and then put truck in park
and turn off the engine. This should
relieve the pressure on the latch.
Incorrect king pin height.
Trailer is up to high; retract the trailer
landing legs to remove tension from
slide bar.
Excessive angle between hitch head
and king pin.
Level trailer or tow vehicle with blocks
under the wheels.
Lube disc is too thick.
Check thickness of lube disc. It should
not exceed 3/16”.
Bent king pin.
Contact your local dealer for
replacement.
Latch is difficult to close or
open.
Damaged hitch head.
Contact your local dealer for
replacement.
Lack of lubrication.
Lubricate latch mechanism and pivot
with a light coating of grease on all
contact surfaces.
Latch does not lock into the
open position.
Missing spring on trip mechanism.
Contact technical support for
replacement spring.
Missing or damaged trip
mechanism.
Inspect trip mechanism. The trip
mechanism should not be bent and the
spring should be attached and have good
tension.
Table top distorted/cracking at
Wear and tear.
Replace hitch head, contact technical
support
Trouble Shooting

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26K HEAD AND YOKE BOX 1 OF 2
31318
CROSS MEMBER AND PIVOT PIN BOX 2 OF 2
31318
UPRIGHTS
31325
KIT, PIVOT PIN
31574
KIT CROSS BEAM HARDWARE
31839
KIT, BASE RAIL HARDWARE
31576
KIT, CROSS MEMBER
31568
KIT, HEAD & YOKE
31570
SHIM KIT
32043
RUBBER BUMPER
31703
ITEM NO.
Description
QTY
QTY
QTY
QTY
QTY
QTY
QTY
QTY
QTY
QTY
1
26K 5TH WHEEL HEAD ASSEMBLY
1- - - - - - 1 - -
2
HANDLE
1- - - - - - - - -
3
CARRIAGE BOLT, 3/8
-16 X 1.25" LONG 2- - - - - - - - -
4
LOCK WASHER, 3/8" ID
2- - - - - - - - -
5
HEX NUT, 3/8
-16 2- - - - - - - - -
N/A
INSTRUCTIONS, KIT APPROPRIATE (NOT SHOWN)
1- - 1 1 - 1 1 - -
6
CROSS BEAM
-1 - - - - 1 - - -
7
PIVOT PIN
-1 - 1 - - - - - -
8
CASTLE NUT, 1 1/2
-12 -1 - 1 - - - - - -
9
SAFETY LOCKING PIN
-1 - 1 - - - - - -
10
HEX HEAD BOLT, 1/2
-13 X 5.0" LONG, GRADE 8 -4 - - 4 - - - - -
11
WASHER, 1/2" ID
-4 - - 4 - - - - -
12
NUT, HEX, 1/2
-13 UNC, GRADE 8 -4 - - 4 - - - - -
13
CLEVIS PIN, 1/2" OD X 2.50" LG
-4 - - - 4 - - - -
14
HAIR PIN
-4 - - - 4 - - - -
15
UPRIGHT
-- 2 - - - - - - -
16
BASE RAIL FOR 5TH WHEEL(NOT INCLUDED)
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
17
HANDLE, FOAM GRIP
1 - - - - - - - - -
18
1/2" LOCK WASHER
-4 - - 4 - - - - -
19
SHIM KIT
-- - - - - - - -
14
20
RUBBER BUMPERS
-- - - - - - - - 2
19

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Warranty Terms:
10 Year Limited Warranty:
This warranty applies solely to Husky 5th Wheel Hitch manufactured by Keystone Automotive
Operations Inc. for Husky Towing Products.
Husky Towing Products and Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. make no guarantees or warranties for
products not manufactured by Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. Such products are covered solely
under any applicable warranty of the manufacturer. It is always recommended that the operating
instructions and warranty instructions provided by the manufacturer are followed.
Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. warrants its products to be free from manufacturing and material
defects to the original purchaser for the length of warranty stated above from the date of retail purchase. If
any products are found to have a manufacturing or material defect, the product will be replaced or
repaired at the option of Husky Towing Products and Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. with proof of
purchase by the original purchaser. The original purchaser shall pay all transportation and shipping costs
associated with the return of the defective product and the defective product shall become the property of
Keystone Automotive Operations Inc.
The Warranty applies to Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. products used for individual and
recreational purposes. Commercial usage of the Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. products limits the
warranty to 90-days from date of purchase.
The Warranty applies only to Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. products which are found to be
defective in manufacturing or material. This warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear of the finish
placed on Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. products.
Husky Towing Products and Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. are not responsible for any labor costs
incurred for removal or replacement of the defective product.
Husky Towing Products and Keystone Automotive Operations Inc. are not responsible for repair or
replacement of any product under the limited warranty where the product was improperly installed,
misapplied, altered, abused, neglected, overloaded, misused or damaged as a result of an accident,
including any use of the product not in accordance with all product operating and safety instructions.
Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Husky Towing Products and Keystone Automotive
Operations Inc. shall under no circumstances be liable for any incidental or consequential loss or damage
whatsoever arising out of, or in any way relating to any such breach of warranty or claimed defect in, or
non-performance of the products. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or
consequential damages, so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.
This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from
state to state.

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AppendixA
Weighing Truck and 5th Wheel Trailer.
Weigh the Truck and 5th Wheel on a public weigh scale. Public weigh scales can be
found at Some Truck Stops, or they can be located from Yellow pages or on the
Internet.
Weigh the Truck and 5th Wheel in 3 stages as shown in the sketch.
Step 1, Weigh the both the Truck and 5th Wheel. This is weight 1; this will give the
GCW (Gross Combination Weight) of the Truck and 5th Wheel Trailer. The GCW must
not exceed the GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) for the Truck. The GCWR
of a truck depends on engine size, transmission, rear axle ratio, tow package and
other factors. The manufacturer or dealer will be able to find the GCWR from the VIN
(Vehicle Identification Number) of the truck.
Step 2, Drive the front wheels of the truck off the weighing platform. Weigh the rear
wheels of the truck and the 5th Wheel Trailer wheels. This is weight 2, Subtract
weight 2 from the weight 1; the result is the GAW (Gross Axle Weight) for the front
axle of the truck. The GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) for the front axle can be
found on the VIN plate on the driver’s side door pillar, the measured front GAW must
not exceed the front GAWR on the VIN plate.
Step 3, Drive the rear wheels of the truck off the weighing platform; this should leave
only 5th WheelAxles remaining on the weighing platform. This is weight 3, Subtract
weight 3 from the weight 1 and this is the GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) of the truck.
The measured GVW must not exceed the GVWR found on the VIN plate. Subtract
weight 3 from weight 2 and this is the measured GAW of the rear axle of the truck
and must not exceed the GAWR of the rear axle found on the VIN plate. Weight 3 is
also the GAW of the 5th Wheel; this weight should not exceed the GAWR on the plate
on the 5th Wheel.