Thread: Why a 5th Wheel??
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Old 08-03-2005, 04:15 AM   #15
sreigle
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Very interesting, Bill. Thanks.

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quote:Originally posted by Bill Hill

the inflated tire served to isolate the trailer from road shocks and vibration.
Interestingly, the first fifthwheel hitch was an air hitch!
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