Frame Mount

Review and follow the section entitled "GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ANY MOUNTING STYLE," above.

1. The mounting angle should extend a minimum of 18 inches forward and not less than 12 inches to the rear of the pivot point. Remember that the minimum angle length is 36 inches unless specifically approved by the fifth wheel manufacturer.
2. Attach outboard mounting angles having dimensions of 3 x 3-1/2 x 5/16 inches minimum, with the top surface of the mounting angles flush with the top of the frame.
3. Each support bracket must be attached with the number of bolts recommended by the fifth wheel manufacturer. (See Fig 1
4. A spacer that is the same thickness as the tractor frame must be used between the mounting bracket and inboard mounting angle iron. (See Fig 1
5. Each support bracket must be attached with the number of bolts recommended by the fifth wheel manufacturer. (See Fig 2

Fig 1: Support Bracket With Bolts (1 Of 2)

Fig 2: Support Bracket With Bolts (2 Of 2)

Fig 3: Fifth Wheel Support Bracket, Outboard Angle Iron, Tractor Frame And Corrugated Mounting Plate