Can someone please explain what the kingpin dimension is referring to. If I see 30" kingpin - is that 30" from the kingpin to the front of the trailer?
I really tried to find this out first, but couldn't.
Thanks
Kingpin question
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by bergy, Nov 12, 2013.
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Yup, from center of kingpin to front of trailer.
most are 36 inch.bergy Thanks this. -
Wow, I guessed right - does anyone else want to call me a genius, or do I have to do it myself - lol.
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OK I'll bite... Your a genius!
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Well, I will freely admit that I know almost nothing, so I suppose that means I'll get in trouble slowly?
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having said that, patience and not getting in a hurry will keep you OUT of trouble most of the time.capthook Thanks this. -
Followup question - So, most 5th wheels are adjustable right? So, why wouldn't you want the smallest kingpin dimension? Then if you wanted trailer closer to cab, you could just move the 5th wheel, but you would at least have the option of having trailer pushed all the way back.
I know there must be a flaw in my logic - does it have to do with weight distribution? -
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