Reitnouer king pin plate replacement question

I assume it is steel frame trailer. If so, they are usually welded in. Needs to be cut out and have a new one welded in. Not sure on the price of parts. My 2001 ravens aluminum frame trailer needs a new plate as well, but it is bolted in place.

 

I've never seen a steel reitnuer so the plate should be bolted on. They usually use stainless steel fasteners so that should help a little. I wouldn't be afraid to do it in the driveway but I wouldn't do it without torches and a hydraulic jack/porta power. Air would definitely be nice and some saw horses would help a lot. I'd set aside most of a day if you're doing it yourself and a helper. A friend did his on a East trailer and had a nightmare of a time getting the old bolts out of the frame flange. I would definitely get some advice from someone who has done one on a reitneur as there is always little tricks you learn after actually doing one. Good luck.

 

I haven't looked at the bubbbas up close-but the maximiser is no bolt. All welded up to something above it n touchin the frame flanges on the sides. No experience replacing reitnour specifically. Usually a pain in the D job on others I've assisted on.

 

What would cause a wavy 5th wheel plate?

 

Call this number 800-862-2855 and ask for brad or daron. They r a authorized reitnouer repair shop in Gary. They replace them all the time, last time I was there they had a big stack of fifth wheel plate boxes instock. They can give you a price.