Does Use of Offset Ball With B&W Turnover Gooseneck Change Trucks Pin Weight Rating

Question:

Will the use of this ball change the tongue weight on truck? I have a 2022 silverado 2500 and the gooseneck is mounted a few inches behind axle. If I were to reverse the extender towards cab would it put more weight back on the truck and improve handling?

asked by: Chase B

Expert Reply:

Nope, the pin weight rating on your truck will not be affected by the use of the 4" Offset Ball for B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Trailer Hitches # BWGNXA4085.

The offset ball does have different capacities than the Turnoverball hitch though, as it's rated for 20,000 lbs towing and 5,000 lbs pin weight compared to the 30,000 lbs towing/7,500 lb pin weight of the Turnoverball. And no, reversing it in the opposite direction will not improve handling. I've also actually spoken to B&W in the past about reversing the ball and they said that is definitely something that should not be done.

expert reply by: Kyle S