Choosing a 5th-Wheel-to-Goosneck Trailer Hitch Adapter for a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado

Question:

I want to convert my hitch to a gooseneck. My fifthwheel is 38ft with a gwr of 17k and a max tongue wt of 4000. what size goose neck adapter and bed hitch should I get?

asked by: Susan M

Expert Reply:

You have a couple of options for a gooseneck hitch adapter for your 38 foot 17,000 pound fifth-wheel trailer. The Fifth Wheel to Gooseneck Cushioned Trailer Adapter, item # CAB-C5G, would be a good choice. You will need to measure the distance from the top of where the gooseneck ball would be to the pin box to select the proper size adapter. The Cushioned adapter # CAB-C5G is adjustable between 12 to 16 inches tall.

To install a gooseneck in your 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (see link) you have several options and I would need to know the bed length and weight rating of your truck, 1500, 2500, or 3500. The gooseneck hitches available at this time start at 25,000 pounds so the weight rating will be well within your trailers weight.

If you already have fifth-wheel rails in your bed you can use a gooseneck plate with them like the Reese Elite Above-Bed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # RP30845.

expert reply by: Robert G