Recommended Way to Tow a 5th Wheel Trailer Using a B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch
Question:
Im interested in pulling a 5th wheel camper with a truck equipped with a BandW turnover ball hitch. The fiver weighs 11,700 lbs ready for travel. It has a Demco Glide Ride pin box on it now. With the truck and trailer leveled, its about 10inch from the 5th wheel wear plate to the lower section of the 2 5/16 inch ball in the truck. So, Id like a recommendation as to what adapter is appropriate in this situation.
asked by: David O
Expert Reply:
The best fifth wheel hitch to use with the B&W Turnoverball gooseneck hitch is the B&W Companion # BWRVK3500. That's exactly what it's designed for. However, it's 16-1/4 inches from the bed of the truck.
Another option that may work for you is the B&W Companion for Flatbed Trucks # BWRVK3050. The hitch sits about 10-1/2 inches from the truck bed.
With an adapter that allows the trailer to sit level it's likely to be very close to the bed rails. You want at the very least 6 inches between any part of the truck's bed and any part of the trailer or there could be contact between the two. To determine how much clearance you have park both the truck and trailer on level ground and measure from the ground to the overhang on the trailer and from the ground to the top of the bed rails on the truck and find the difference.
These two are your best options since the other adapters we have are not compatible with a cushioned pin box like your Demco Glide Ride.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Companion Flatbed Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Flatbed Truck
- Gooseneck Hitch to Fifth Wheel Trailer
- No Offset
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Connects to Gooseneck Hole
- Fixed Height
- Hitch Adapters
- B and W
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
B&W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Truck
- Gooseneck Hitch to Fifth Wheel Trailer
- No Offset
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Connects to Gooseneck Hole
- Fixed Height
- Hitch Adapters
- B and W
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Article: Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Adapters
- Q&A: How to Power Trailer Dome Light When Not Connected to Tow Vehicle
- Q&A: Options for Adding Interior Lighting to Enclosed Cargo Trailer
- Article: Brake Controller Installation: Starting from Scratch
- Q&A: Recommended Dexter Suspension Kit 7753400
- Q&A: Replacement Drum Assemblies for AL-KO 8490 Hubs
- Q&A: Installation Of Hayes Air Actuated Trailer Brake Controller
- Q&A: Mounting Hole Dimensions of Buyers Products 45 Ton Pintle Hook
- Q&A: Recommended Tire Size for Upgrading Tires From 7.00-15LT on My Horse Trailer
- Article: Adapters for Towing a 5th Wheel Trailer with a Gooseneck Hitch
- Article: Wiring Trailer Lights with a 7-Way Plug (It's Easier Than You Think)
- Article: 4 Steps to Choosing Your 5th Wheel Pin Box
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: Ram Trailer Tow Prep Package