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92-00-0450
450
Hitch ball not included.
Read the entire manual before starting installation.
Dealer: Please give this manual to the end user after
hitch installation.
Your model # can be found on the stickers on either
spring bar.
fastwaytrailer.com
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Fastway e2 Hitch - Faster, Easier.
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A Product of Progress Mfg. Inc.
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Summary of Contents for Fastway e2 92-00-0450
- Page 1 Read the entire manual before starting installation. Dealer: Please give this manual to the end user after hitch installation. Your model # can be found on the stickers on either spring bar. Fastway e2 Hitch - Faster, Easier. ™ A Product of Progress Mfg. Inc. fastwaytrailer.com...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety Information Installation Step 1 – Ready the Tow Vehicle and Trailer Step 2 – Install the Hitch Ball Step 3 – Attach the Hitch Head to the Shank Step 4 – Assemble the Sway Brackets Step 5 – Install Spring Arms Step 6 –... -
Page 5: Safety Information
Safety Information Á WARNING • Failure to follow all safety warnings may result in severe injury or death. • Always adjust equipment and driving habits to match towing conditions. The driver is responsible for their own safety and the safety of their passengers. •... -
Page 6: Installation
Installation Step 1 – Ready the Tow Vehicle and Trailer Park the trailer and tow vehicle on flat, level ground and in line with each other. Chock the trailer. For accurate installation the tow vehicle and trailer should be loaded just as they will be while traveling. -
Page 7: Step 3 - Attach The Hitch Head To The Shank
0 - 1” cases you may need to turn the shank upward or use a bigger rise/drop Fastway shank to place the hitch ball at the correct height. (Figure 3) Figure 2 4. Use the 16mm bolts, 5/8” flat washers, and nuts to secure the head to the shank at the correct height. -
Page 8: Step 4 - Assemble The Sway Brackets
Step 4 – Assemble the Sway Brackets 25” min / 30” max Tools Needed: • 9/16” Box-end or socket wrench (Link plates) • 5/8” Box-end or socket wrench (L-brackets) • Measuring tape Sway Bracket Location 1. Install the bracket assemblies between 25” — 30” from the center of the coupler. -
Page 9: Step 5 - Install Spring Arms
1. Slide the assembly up around the frame until the bolt hits the bottom of the trailer frame with the mounting bolts facing out. 2. Insert the second 3/8” x 3-1/2” bolt through the open hole closest to the top of the trailer frame. (Figure 10) 3. -
Page 10: Step 6 - Set Up Weight Distribution
Step 6 – Set Up Weight Distribution Tools Needed: • Measuring tape • Pencil Good weight distribution is a critical component of the e2 trunnion hitch setup. To ensure proper weight distribution, measure the front fender of the tow vehicle three times in different vehicle configurations. - Page 11 B – Lower the trailer onto the hitch ball and lock the coupler. The full weight of the tongue should be resting on the hitch. Measure from the ground to the bottom of the tow vehicle driver side front wheel well. Record this distance on line B of the weight distribution calculation table. (Figure 19) Figure 19 C –...
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Page 12: Step 7 - Adjust Weight Distribution
Step 7 – Adjust Weight Distribution Á WARNING Weight distribution is one of the many things that reduces sway. The operator is responsible for making other necessary adjustments to all contributing factors to minimize sway. Good Weight Distribution Range Good weight distribution adjustment is achieved if your calculated weight distribution falls between 50 —... -
Page 13: Step 8 - Adjust Trailer Pitch
7. Calculate the new weight distribution amount using the previous distances for lines A and B, and the new distance for line C. 8. Repeat until the measurements show that the hitch is distributing weight correctly. Step 8 – Adjust Trailer Pitch After achieving good weight distribution, you may need to adjust the pitch or angle of the trailer to make it level (parallel to the ground) while towing. -
Page 14: How To Hitch
A properly maintained and clean hitch will perform better and reduce wear and towing noise. How to Hitch 1. With the Fastway hitch head installed, position the hitch ball directly under the trailer coupler. (Figure 28) 2. Lower the trailer coupler until it is resting on the hitch ball. If the trailer coupler won’t sit properly, adjust the position of your tow vehicle. -
Page 15: How To Unhitch
How to Unhitch 1. Properly chock your trailer. 2. Remove the 7-pin plug. 3. Remove the breakaway cable and safety chains. 4. Extend your trailer jack to lift the weight off the spring arms. (Figure 33) 5. With the tension off the spring arms, remove the Snap L-pins and slide the spring arms off the L-bracket. -
Page 16: Customer Support
Submit your warranty registration online at fastwaytrailer.com. Find us Online We would love to connect with you. Find us on these social media platforms. YOUTUBE youtube.com/fastwaytrailer FACEBOOK facebook.com/fastwaytrailer Twitter twitter.com/fastwaytrailer INSTAGRA instagram.com/fastwaytrailer Visit Fastway® Trailer Products at www.fastwaytrailer.com for faster and easier towing solutions.
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