Does Ram Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Adapter KPG5-R30 Require Professional Welding
Question:
In looking at the reviews, several times its mentioned that a professional welder will need to replace the tube on your existing trailer. my question is, arent most gooseneck horsetrailer standard tubing size, i guess that would be a 4.5inch tubing? I always thought, you just loosened the bolt on the tubing on the horsetrailer, slide it out, and slide in your product, adjusted you height and your good to go. I have i missed something i need to be aware of. thank you
asked by: Rick D
Expert Reply:
Yes, when it comes to round gooseneck couplers, the industry standard is a 4 inch OD inner tube and 4.5 inch OD outer tube.
The Ram Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter # KPG5-R30 you referenced includes both the inner and the outer tubes, ideal for people needing to replace a damaged coupler or for someone looking to fabricate a trailer without an existing coupler.
It sound like all you actually need is the Ram Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter # KPG5-R30IP, which replaces the inner tube only and can be simply bolted on to your existing outer tube like you mentioned.
Check out the review video I attached for you at the bottom of the page.
Products Referenced in This Question
Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter - Round - 30K
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Gooseneck Trailer to Fifth Wheel Hitch
- No Offset
- 30000 lbs GTW
- Replaces Inner Tube
- Adjustable Height
- Gooseneck Coupler Adapters
- etrailer
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Ram Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Trailer Coupler Adapter - Round - 30,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Gooseneck Trailer to Fifth Wheel Hitch
- No Offset
- 30000 lbs GTW
- Replaces Inner and Outer Tubes
- Adjustable Height
- Gooseneck Coupler Adapters
- etrailer
more information >
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