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Old 02-02-2003 | 11:11 AM
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5th wheel & 4x4 3500 drw

I have a jaco quest 265b 5th wheel. I'm considering a 3500 drw 4x4. After reading some of the threads about the 4x4's being so high at the bedrails, I'm wondering if this will be possible to match up. I have a 3&quot; adjustment in my shackles. Don't really want to flip axle's if I don't have to. I was wondering if there is anyone out there that has this same setup. WE do some boondocking, so the 4x4 would really be nice. Any suggestions or comments are welcomed. I have 53&quot; from ground to bottom of 5er in front now.<br> Thanks <br> Wayne<br>
Old 02-03-2003 | 04:09 AM
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Re:5th wheel & 4x4 3500 drw

You should probably be alright. Just to be safe there is a TSB on this and you should be able to find that info at:<br><br>www.dodgeram.org
Old 02-03-2003 | 05:31 AM
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CMN NOT STROKN, thanks for this info. I had no idea about this TSB.Looked it up and found the solution. I sure enjoy this forum.<br> Thanks<br> Wayne
Old 02-03-2003 | 05:53 AM
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No problem. That is what we are here for!
Old 02-03-2003 | 11:05 AM
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Re:5th wheel & 4x4 3500 drw

Couldn't find the TSB you mention. Can you point me in the right direction. What catagory etc... ???<br><br>TIA<br><br>rkelso
Old 02-03-2003 | 11:12 AM
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Found it but it only seems to apply to 94 thru 2001 trucks. Will it work on a 2003 or is there a newer TSB?<br><br>rkelso
Old 02-03-2003 | 04:20 PM
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Re:5th wheel & 4x4 3500 drw

I have 99 3500 4 x 4 pulling 1989 35 foot Jayco Designer<br>Series. Yes I flipped the axles on the trailer to match<br>the height of the truck. Adding new sleepers (spring stops)<br>on the opposite side of the axle. Meaning the top side<br>and welding them in place allows axle to be flipped. It <br>raised the trailer 8&quot;. This would be your best bet.<br>Not sure what you are considering, but lowering truck<br>doesn't seem to be the option. Wayne Hope this helps
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