Does the Offset on the Shocker Hitch Affect the Tongue Weight Capacity?

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I am looking at the Shocker Hitch 9” offset gooseneck coupler. Does the offset “extension” act like a lever that increases the tongue weight being applied to my gooseneck ball, or reduce my truck’s tongue weight capacity?

asked by: Adam F

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Helpful Expert Reply:

The 9" offset on the Shocker Hitch Air Cushioned Gooseneck Coupler item # SHK79MR does not increase tongue weight or reduce your truck's capacity it just pushes the connection point back for more clearance.

This coupler has a 30,000 lbs towing capacity and a maximum tongue weight of 6,000 lbs.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

The Blaylock EZ Lock Gooseneck Coupler Lock part #BLTL-50-40D that you referenced works with most adjustable gooseneck couplers therefore it should work with yours as well and after looking at your photos I don't see any apparent issues.…

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Answer 2

Sometimes a truck's towing capacity for gooseneck trailers may differ from those for 5th wheels. This is usually a function of the specific hitches installed rather than an actual difference in towing capability for the two types of…

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Answer 3

So just to answer the first part of the question, since you don't have a lift on your 2020 Chevy Silverado 1500 you do not need a spacer to use the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System #TGMRCK15S. As for comparing the Timbrens to the…

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It sounds like you may have weighed the truck first and then attached the trailer and weighed the truck and trailer together on the scale; that would be the only way I can think of that you would get 12,000 lbs. What you want to do is weigh your…

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Answer 5

My recommendation for your application is to use the Dexter Single-Axle Trailer Hanger Kit for 2-1/2" Slipper Springs - 5-1/4" Front #HAP-158-00. This can be used with the 10K GD Spring Eye Bolt w/ Grease Zerk #7-135-2 and Locknut -…

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Answer 6

You're doing all of the correct things. Unfortunately when a gooseneck hitch ball hasn't been removed for a longer period of time and/or had lubricant applied it can seize up in the receiver which it sounds like is what happened to you.…

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Answer 7

The one really big downside to gooseneck towing is that there isn't a great solution for short bed truck clearance unlike fifth wheel towing. With fifth wheel hitches you can use a slider hitch and have the clearance issue handled. With gooseneck…

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Answer 8

Manufacturers do not list the bolt patterns or any part numbers for pretty much anything when it comes to their trailers so you'll need to look for the serial number and RPO number that should be listed on your current pin box and we can use…

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Answer 9

For your Montana 3791RD, I could not find the specs of the factory pinbox on that model. However, most Keystone fifth-wheel trailers do have the Lippert 1621 or 0719 pinboxes. I went ahead and attached pictures of the bolt spacing dimensions of both…

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Answer 10

The best option I have for you to tow a 5th wheel trailer using a flat-bed truck with recessed gooseneck hitch is with the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter part #DM8550046. The Demco Recon is designed for this exact purpose…

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Answer 11

In regards to trailer axle placement, this will vary from trailer to trailer as there are many factors so we can't exactly inform of this for anyone particular trailer. That said, we do have a guide you can use which is what we recommend…

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