Measurement to Drill Hole for Gooseneck Ball of 2011 GMC Sierra 1500

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The 4 inch hole that has to be drilled in the bed I need measurement for 6 foot bed. 2011 1500 gmc sierra

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The 4 inch hole needed to install the B and W Turnoverball Gooseneck hitch part # BWGNRK1057 in the bed of your 2011 GMC Sierra 1500 short bed will be 44-1/8 inches from the rear truck bed edge. I attached a picture I took from the install instructions that shows this as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

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Answer 6

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Answer 7

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

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Answer 11

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