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Maintenance & Upkeep

Keep your RV, boat and towing accessories in tip-top condition with our maintenance guides that will help you check, troubleshoot and maintain your gadgets and accessories for your favorite outdoor hobbies.

  1. Do 5th Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapters Actually Work?

    Do 5th Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapters Actually Work?

    March 12, 2026

    Thinking about using a 5th wheel to gooseneck adapter for your RV? While adapters can make it possible to tow a 5th Wheel with a gooseneck ball, they are not always the best long-term solution. Learn how these adapters work, their real pros and cons, and why many RV owners are switching to a gooseneck pin box instead.

  2. What Is a Gooseneck Pin Box?

    What Is a Gooseneck Pin Box?

    March 10, 2026

    Some RV owners prefer the simplicity and bed space that come with towing off a gooseneck ball instead of a traditional fifth wheel hitch. A gooseneck pin box makes that possible by replacing the standard pin box and creating a direct connection to the truck’s gooseneck hitch. Here is how it works and why many RV owners are making the switch.

  3. Replacing your 5th wheel hitch with helux

    Replace Your 5th Wheel Pin Box with Confidence

    March 08, 2026

    Replacing your 5th wheel pin box can dramatically improve the strength, stability, and ride quality of your towing setup. With modern designs that reduce chucking and simplify installation, it’s one upgrade that can make every mile feel more controlled and predictable.

  4. Adjust 5th wheel pin box

    How to Adjust a 5th Wheel Pin Box

    February 10, 2026

    A misaligned or improperly adjusted 5th wheel pin box can make hitching and unhitching difficult while putting extra strain on your truck and trailer. This guide covers the step-by-step adjustment process, when to seek professional help, and why upgrading to a CURT Helux pin box can provide a long-term solution.

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Do 5th Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapters Actually Work?

Do 5th Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapters Actually Work?

March 12, 2026

Thinking about using a 5th wheel to gooseneck adapter for your RV? While adapters can make it possible to tow a 5th Wheel with a gooseneck ball, they are not always the best long-term solution. Learn how these adapters work, their real pros and cons, and why many RV owners are switching to a gooseneck pin box instead.

Understanding the Parts of a Trailer Axle

Understanding the Parts of a Trailer Axle

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Understanding the Parts of a Trailer Axle

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What Is a Gooseneck Pin Box?

What Is a Gooseneck Pin Box?

March 10, 2026

Some RV owners prefer the simplicity and bed space that come with towing off a gooseneck ball instead of a traditional fifth wheel hitch. A gooseneck pin box makes that possible by replacing the standard pin box and creating a direct connection to the truck’s gooseneck hitch. Here is how it works and why many RV owners are making the switch.

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