Recommended Gooseneck Hitch for a 2008 GMC Sierra and Trailer with a Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel Adapter
Question:
I have a 2008 GMC Serria 1/2 ton crew cab pick up. I also have a 31 foot fifth wheel trailer. After purchasing a ranch fifth wheel adapter I am looking for thecorrect ball and rail assembly for the bed of my truck. After reading earlier tech information I determined I cannot use a hide a ball setup. Would greatly appreciate your reccommendations. I only tow the rig twice a year from a storage area less than 1/8 mile to my camp spot so I did not want to mess with the standard fifth wheel hitch in the bed of my truck. Thanking you in advance
asked by: Phil
Expert Reply:
I would recommend the Curt gooseneck hitch kit # C615-632 for your truck, which will work whether you have a 6-1/2 or 8 foot bed on your 2008 GMC Sierra. Please note that if your truck has a 6-1/2 foot bed, you should be using a fifth wheel to gooseneck adapter that has an offset to give you enough clearance in tight turns. Ranch offers the offset section as a replacement part # AM3140, if needed. It would be a good idea to purchase the Ranch Hitch safety chains, part # AM3109.
The Curt gooseneck hitch does feature a ball that can be flipped over and stored, but the hitch kit is a custom fit and has been confirmed to be compatible with your vehicle. If there is a particular reason you believe this style of hitch will not work for you, please let me know. You can view the installation instructions at the provided links.
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Replacement Offset Coupler with Cable System for Ranch Hitch Coupler Adapter
- Accessories and Parts
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Coupler
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Curt Double Lock, Flip and Store Underbed Gooseneck Hitch w/ Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs
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- Below the Bed
- Manual Ball Removal
- 6000 lbs TW
- 30000 lbs GTW
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Ranch Hitch Universal 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter
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- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- No Offset
- 24000 lbs GTW
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Adjustable Height
- King Pin Adapters
- Andersen
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