Curt Gooseneck Hitch Ball C60692 Stuck in 2019 Ford F-350

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The assembly rotates freely but the retaining balls dont seem to release. The release level is currently in the unlock position although you have to tap the assembly to get it to rotate back around to lock. I have tried spraying break free around the base and down the locking mechanism shaft. Tapped it with robber mallet all around. Any other suggestions to free it from truck? It is a 2019 F350 and the curt ball is only two years old. It normally removed when not in use. It had been installed for about two weeks on a trip.

asked by: Jeremy S

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Helpful Expert Reply:

For your stuck Curt gooseneck ball # C60692 on your 2019 Ford F-350, there truly isn't really much more you can do other than using lubricant, tapping it with a mallet, and old-fashioned elbow grease. You might try and apply some heat to the base, and spray lubricant from underneath to the base as well if possible. Also apply a LOT of lubricant and let it sit overnight or for a long period of time to try and loosen it up. This is unfortunately all too common and there just isn't a secret or magic cure for this, as nice as that would be.

I can't stress enough how much of a pain the gooseneck balls with the tabs on top are and I very strongly recommend ditching that ball and using the B&W gooseneck ball with a handle as it is a higher quality and far, far easier to remove:

- B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit for Ford, GM, and Nissan Titan Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # BWGNXA2061

I have added a link below showing this being installed on a '19 F-350 so you can see for yourself.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

I spoke with my contact at Curt who told me that there is an access hole at the bottom of the OEM gooseneck hitch on your 2016 Ram. You are going to look for an aluminum or plastic plug that once removed will allow you to retract the locking…

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Answer 2

I have seen this with all of the Goose Neck Ball Kits like the B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit part #BWGNXA2061 when the are left permanently installed and subjected to the elements. Not only is it common with these but also all of the goose neck…

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Answer 3

You should be able to spray some WD40 or brake fluid down the exposed pin, let it sit for 10 minutes then using some vice grips you should be able to pull up on the pin to release it. If this doesn't work I would give it some suggestive…

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Answer 4

Yes, the gooseneck hitch balls for the factory prep packages are the same for Ram and Ford. If you need a new hitch ball for either of these systems than you can use the Curt Pop-In Ball part #C60601 or the Reese Pop-In Ball part #RP19311.

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Answer 5

I have no experience with the PullRite 4437 Gooseneck ball as we do not carry that product. I can say that the B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit #BWGNXA2061 has a nice snug fit as we have tested this product in our shop. I have linked a great video…

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Answer 6

I spoke with my contact at Curt and he had a way for you to release the ball from the underside of the hitch. From underneath of the vehicle the customer will have to remove the cover/plug on the bottom of the ball if there is one. This will reveal…

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Answer 7

The best gooseneck hitch ball kit for your 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty with the factory gooseneck is the B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit #BWGNXA2061 because its hitch ball is simple to put in or remove and B&W is known for making the most…

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Answer 8

Yes, the pop-in style gooseneck trailer hitch balls are cross compatible between the different factory puck systems from Ford, Ram, GM, and Nissan. For this, we have a few options such as the Curt Pop-In Ball part #C60629 which has a rise built-in or…

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Answer 9

Since you have the prep package, a separate gooseneck hitch is not needed for your 2020 Ram 3500. Instead, all you need is a gooseneck hitch ball that is designed to fit in the gooseneck hole on your truck, and the best option is also from B&W: -…

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Answer 10

When choosing weight distribution you will need to go by the total tongue weight. This is calculated by first determining the tongue weight of the trailer when loaded and ready to tow. Then to that you would add the weight of anything loaded behind…

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Answer 11

The B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit #BWGNXA2061 is going to be the kit I recommend. This kit includes a 2-5/16" hitch ball that is rated for 30,000lbs. The reason I prefer this kit is that it has the folding handle that is used to lock the…

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Answer 12

Thank you for providing a photo of your trailer coupler. Trailers should always be level when hitched. If a trailer is out of level when towed it will tend to have more sway. I notice you have weight distribution (WD) lift brackets on your trailer…

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