Is Drilling Into Frame Required to Install B&W Gooseneck Hitch on 1997 Ford F-350
Question:
Will in need to drill into my frame on my 1997 F-350 4X4 Diesel I HATE HAVING TO BRING IT TO SOMEONE THEY TAKE YOU ON INSTILLATION FEES.
asked by: Jeff R
Expert Reply:
If your 1997 Ford F-350 does not have Overload Springs, you will not need to drill into the frame in order to install the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # BWGNRK1100.
If your F-350 does have Overload Springs, installation of the B&W # BWGNRK1100 will require that 2 holes be drilled into the frame of your truck.
To install the gooseneck ball and safety-chain U-bolts, you will need to drill into the bed of your truck.
The installation instructions for this gooseneck hitch are attached for you. These installation instructions will best help you determine if you are comfortable performing the installation yourself or if you'd rather take it to a shop.
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B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs
- Gooseneck Hitch
- Below the Bed
- Manual Ball Removal
- 7500 lbs TW
- 30000 lbs GTW
- Removable Ball - Stores in Hitch
- Wheel Well Release
- 2-5/16 Hitch Ball
- B and W
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