How to adjust the Height on a Flatbed 5th Wheel Trailer?
Question:
I have a Ford F550 with a flatbed, I need more height out of my flatbed companion hitch. Is this possible?
asked by: Eddie M
Helpful Expert Reply:
The flatbed version of the Replacement Base for B&W Companion Flatbed 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVB3055 is not adjustable. I did reach out to B&W and one potential solution offered was if the well depth is over 4 inches deep, the well can be removed to provide more height. If this is not applicable here then your next best option is to evaluate ways to lower the trailer through raising the pin box or replacing the pin box.
Another option that you could consider would be using a gooseneck ball in your bed and installing a 5th wheel to gooseneck adapter like part # CAB-C5G. This adapter is adjustable to as high as 16 inches and may give you the height clearance that you are looking for.
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Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter - 12" to 16" Tall - 20,000 lbs
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- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- No Offset
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Adjustable Height
- King Pin Adapters
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Replacement Base for B&W Companion Flatbed 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - 25,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Legs
- Companion
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