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Originally Posted by jaeger63
I'll be purchasing a 5th wheel toy hauler in the near future. I have a 2500HD short box with a 4 inch lift and slightly over size tires. My question are these:
!. What is the minimum safe clearance I want between my bed rails and the camper?
2. What are some ways to increase the distance should i need to?
3. I've heard that flipping your axles over is one way to accomplish it plus it gives you more ground clearance for when your off the highway. Are there any disadvantages to flipping the axles over I.E. voiding warranty, etc.?
Thanks much for any input/advise.
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1) A bare minimum of 6". 7 - 8 inches would be adequate.
2) The distance can be increased by: raising the hitch in the TV or by lowering the pin box on the RV or both.
3) Disadvantages of "flipping axles" - more difficult to get into and out of RV and it may look "goofy". In checking my warranty, it says that any damage as a result of "unauthorized modifications or alterations to the structure, body or frame of the RV" will not be covered. Are the axles considered part of the structure, body, or frame? I'd check with Keystone and get it in writing if you do decide to flip axles.
In any case, after making changes in the pin box, hitch or axles, you need to ensure that both the TV and the RV are sitting as level as possible.