Correct Adapter for 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Conversion with a Recessed Ball
Question:
I have a F350 crewcab skirted flatbed with a recessed ball. it appears to be 1inch below the bed, so it seems that I may have to go with a C-A-B instead of converting with the in-bed adaptor to 5th wheel hitch. Any suggestions are appreciated as this is my 1st experience at this. Also, my bed length from bumper to center of ball is 58 1/2inch - would you suggest that I go with an adaptor that also adds length to give more room between truck and RV? Thank you for your time
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Expert Reply:
I would be happy to help you and I have a couple of options for you depending on the dimensions of your recessed ball. The first option and the one I would strongly recommend is the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter for Recessed Ball item # DM8550046 will fit a recessed ball mount if the ball sits no lower than 13/16" from the top of the bed. It has a gross towing weight of 21,000 lbs and a vertical load limit of 5,250 lbs.
The other option is the Ranch Hitch Universal 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter item # AM3139. This adapter has an 8" offset which will address the 58 1/2" distance between your bumper and the gooseneck ball. You will need the Slide Hammer for Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter item # AM3103 for the installation.
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Slide Hammer for Ranch Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter
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- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
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Ranch Hitch Universal 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter w/8" Offset for Short-Bed Trucks
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- Offset
- 24000 lbs GTW
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Adjustable Height
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Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter for Recessed Ball - Single Jaw - 21,000 lbs
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- Adapts Flatbed Truck
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- No Offset
- 21000 lbs GTW
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- Adjustable Height
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- Demco
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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
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- 20000 lbs GTW
- Bolts Over King Pin
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