Why is Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter Not Compatible with Ford OEM Pucks
Question:
I purchased the 5th wheel to gooseneck adapter from y’all used it once with my factory puck ball system I’m now seeing I can’t use it with a ford ball can u explain why. Also is there another ball out there that I can purchase that will fit in my puck system I’m seeing bandw and curt but I’m not sure which one to purchase I’ve already spent this money on the adapter I don’t want the ranch style or anything like that plz help ty.
asked by: Jonathan W
Expert Reply:
The reason that the Ford gooseneck system isn't compatible with the Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter # CAB-C5G is because the Ford gooseneck hitch ball has a plastic tab on top that will become ruined (see attached picture).
You can use either the Curt # C60692 or the B&W # BWGNXA2061 with the Convert-A-Ball adapter though. I recommend the B&W because the operating handle is completely out of the way of the adapter but either option will work just fine.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit for Ford, GM, Chevy, and Nissan Titan XD Underbed Gooseneck Hitch
- Gooseneck Hitch
- Below the Bed
- Manual Ball Removal
- 30000 lbs GTW
- Removable Ball - Stores in Truck
- In Bed Release
- 2-5/16 Hitch Ball
- B and W
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Curt Ball and Safety Chain Loop Kit for GM/Chevy/Ford/Nissan Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch - 30K
- Gooseneck Hitch
- Below the Bed
- Manual Ball Removal
- 7500 lbs TW
- Removable Ball - Stores in Truck
- In Bed Release
- 2-5/16 Hitch Ball
- CURT
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Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter - 12" to 16" Tall - 20,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- No Offset
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Adjustable Height
- King Pin Adapters
- Convert-A-Ball
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