Adapter to Tow a 5th Wheel Trailer with a Gooseneck Hitch in a 2013 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Short Bed
Question:
Are either of your Reese Goose box compatible with and RBW 7027 or a Lippert 0516? I currently have a gooseneck hitch installed in my truck and I do not want to add a fifth wheel also. My ball is not centered in the bed due to the frame. I am also concerned with clearance over the bed. I have a 2013 Chevy 2500HD short bed
asked by: Mark M
Expert Reply:
Neither Goose Box adapter, # RP85FR nor # RP94716-61301 is compatible with the Lippert 0516 or RBW 7027 pin box but I do have a great option for you.
For an adapter you can use the the Andersen Ranch Hitch # AM3100. I have linked a video review of this adapter for you.
Use the formula below to ensure there will be enough space between your truck cab and trailer when executing a 90-degree turn.
(A + B) - C = Clearance
A = Distance from center of fifth wheel hitch jaw or gooseneck ball to truck cab
B = Length of offset
C = Width of trailer divided by 2 (to get half)
At least 4 inches of clearance is recommended to safely execute a 90 degree turn.
Products Referenced in This Question
Ranch Hitch Universal 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- No Offset
- 24000 lbs GTW
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Adjustable Height
- King Pin Adapters
- Andersen
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Reese Goose Box 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Air Ride Coupler Adapter - Lippert 1716 - 16,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- Replaces King Pin
- King Pin Adapters
- Lippert 0115
- Lippert 1116
- Lippert 1716
- Reese
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Reese Goose Box 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Air Ride Coupler Adapter - 20,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Replaces King Pin
- King Pin Adapters
- Fabex 600
- Lippert 0719
- Lippert 1621
- Lippert 1716
- Lippert Rhino
- Reese
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