Does the Demco Recon Hitch Adapter Work on Flat Bed Trucks?
Question:
So does this only work on a flat bed, I have an 03 2500 Duramax with a b and w recessed in goose neck ball
asked by: Kevin K
Expert Reply:
Yes, it does but Demco makes an alternative. To attach to a gooseneck ball in a standard bed you will need the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter item # DM8550045. This hitch adapter attaches directly to your gooseneck ball and will work with your 2003 GMC Sierra 2500.
The Demco Recon item # DM8550045 is made in the USA and has a 21,000 lbs capacity. It has height settings of 15-1/2", 17-1/4", and 18". It has a 3" offset as well and works with tall gooseneck balls up to 5".
The Demco Recon item # DM8550046 you were looking at is designed to be used in flat bed trucks that have a recessed goosebox installed. The base of this hitch is 22" x 22". The recessed well would need to be smaller so the base can sit on the flat bed.
To make towing with a 5th wheel easier I recommend adding the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 10' Long item # C56000. This harness puts a 7-way connector in the bed of your truck and allows you to keep the one on your bumper. This makes hooking up to your 5th wheel trailer easier and more convenient.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 10' Long
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Wiring
- 10 Feet Long
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- CURT
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Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Single Jaw - 21,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Truck
- Gooseneck Hitch to Fifth Wheel Trailer
- Offset
- 21000 lbs GTW
- Connects to Gooseneck Ball
- Adjustable Height
- Hitch Adapters
- Demco
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Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter for Recessed Ball - Single Jaw - 21,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Flatbed Truck
- Gooseneck Hitch to Fifth Wheel Trailer
- No Offset
- 21000 lbs GTW
- Connects to Gooseneck Ball
- Adjustable Height
- Hitch Adapters
- Demco
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