Recommended 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter for 2022 Montana 3231CK
Question:
I have a 2022 Montana 3231CK and want to get the convert a ball so i dont have to change out to use. i read on one of the QandAs that they arent suggested for cross country trips, how long of trips are they good for? should i keep my BandW companion 5th wheel or can i just always us the gooseneck?
asked by: Jim C
Helpful Expert Reply:
There is no set travel distance when using the # CAB-C5G, but the adapter tends to put additional stress on the frame where the pin box attaches. This would be one of the main reasons a long cross country trip isn't the best idea. Also, the ride quality will be very poor, especially compared to your Companion # BWRVK3300. Since it sounds like you want to use this for a long trip I would not recommend it.
Instead, I would consider replacing the pin box with the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box. This would be a much better solution for long trips with your 2022 Montana 3231CK, and you won't have to continue to put the Companion in and take it out of your truck. It looks like your GVWR is 16,680 lbs so you will need one of the following based on your current pin box bolt pattern:
-Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel-Gooseneck Pin Box - Lippert 1621/1621HD # GY66FR
-Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box - Lippert 1116/1716 # GY73FR
-Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box - Fabex/M&M 665 # GY83FR
-Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box - Lippert Rhino # GY23GR
If you aren't sure what pin box you have, take a look and see if it is listed on the pin box itself. If you can get me a serial number off of the sticker I would be happy to identify it for you. If the sticker is gone, you can either call the trailer manufacturer with the VIN or you can measure the bolt pattern. I have attached an article below which explains how to measure for your reference.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Companion OEM 5th-Wheel Hitch for Ford Super Duty Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
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- OEM - Ford
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-3/4 - 18-3/4 Inch Tall
- B and W
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Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box - Lippert Rhino - 30K GTW - 5.5K TW
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- No Offset
- 24000 lbs GTW
- Replaces King Pin
- King Pin Adapters
- Lippert Rhino
- Gen-Y Hitch
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Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box - Lippert 1621/1621HD - 30K GTW - 5.5K TW
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Replaces King Pin
- Adjustable Height
- King Pin Adapters
- Lippert 1621
- Lippert 1621HD
- Gen-Y Hitch
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Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box - Lippert 1116/1716 - 25K GTW - 5.5K TW
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Replaces King Pin
- King Pin Adapters
- Lippert 1116
- Lippert 1716
- Gen-Y Hitch
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Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box - Fabex/M&M 665 - 25K GTW - 5.5K TW
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Replaces King Pin
- King Pin Adapters
- Fabex 665
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- Gen-Y Hitch
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Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter - 12" to 16" Tall - 20,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- No Offset
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Adjustable Height
- King Pin Adapters
- Convert-A-Ball
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