Curly2001
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I have seen some 5th wheels use safety chains on them attached of course, to the tow vehicle. Didn't know if this is a "new" regulation or just a recommendation by some of the dealers/manufacturers?
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Thermoguy
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It has to do with the type of hitch. If you have a standard 5th wheel hitch, then no. If you have a gooseneck or anderson then yes.
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Curly2001
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Thanks for the reply!
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laknox
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Curly2001 wrote:I have seen some 5th wheels use safety chains on them attached of course, to the tow vehicle. Didn't know if this is a "new" regulation or just a recommendation by some of the dealers/manufacturers?
Thanks so much,
Curly
Here in AZ, safety chains are required for all ball and pintle hitches. This includes bumper-pull ball hitches, regular gooseneck hitches, "gooseballs" and Andersen-style hitches where the ball is elevated. Some states to not require safety chains for GN hitches, though, but you'd sure better have them if you enter a state that does require them.
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