Compatibility of B&W Gooseneck Hitch and Offset Ball with Andersen Ultimate Hitch on 2018 F-150 5.5
Question:
Thanks again. What is the lightest standard hitch I can install? On rails. On gooseneck ball. Thanks
asked by: Cliff L
Helpful Expert Reply:
For your 2018 Ford F-150 with 5.5 foot bed, the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit # BW77FR is the correct fit. You will want to use the 4 inch offset ball # BWGNXA4085 because the bed is shorter than 6 feet. This offset ball will work with the Andersen Ultimate Hitch but you will still need to be careful with turning clearances due to the short bed and Super Crew Cab. The Andersen hitch will require the shorter 3237 coupler tube in place of the standard 3227.
The only way to give you proper turning clearances is to use a complete 5th wheel rail kit and hitch along with a Sidewinder pin box. The Sidewinder moves the turning point back 22 inches to allow that clearance for your short bed truck.
With either application, I recommend the wiring # 50-97-410-010 to add a second 7-way to the bed of your truck for easy connection access as well as a clean look.
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Cliff
3/16/2018
Thanks again. What is the lightest standard hitch I can install? On rails. On gooseneck ball. Thanks