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5th wheel

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by rich1833, Jul 7, 2013.

  1. Jul 7, 2013 #1
    rich1833

    rich1833 Bobtail Member

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    I'm looking to change out my fixed 5th wheel for a sliding 5th wheel. It has a Teflon No Lube Slider Pad welded on that Id like to keep. Can I keep my top plate and just install the slider or do I need to replace the whole thing?
     
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  3. Jul 7, 2013 #2
    BullDoggin

    BullDoggin Light Load Member

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    You can buy a slider and riser, but the whole deal might be cheaper.
     
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  4. Jul 8, 2013 #3
    snowwy

    snowwy Road Train Member

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    keep us posted as to the cost. cuz i'd like to do the same thing. although mine doesn't have teflon. i just can't pull tanks. till i shift 1000 pounds to the steers.
     
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  5. Jul 8, 2013 #4
    BullDoggin

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    an air slide Holland riser is about $1500 new, I have a new takeoff in my garage I'm looking to sell. Not sure how much the base costs.
     
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  7. Jul 12, 2013 #5
    rich1833

    rich1833 Bobtail Member

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    I found a used fontaine 52inch air slider used local for $100.00. After rebuilding it everything should cost around $500.00 plus labor.
     
    rich1833, Jul 12, 2013
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