Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler - Adjustable - Square - 2-5/16" Ball - 30,000 lbs

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• Pin Diameter of the Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler part ## BD0289800300
  I went out into our ware house and measure the pins of the Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler part # BD0289800300 and found that they are 1.1 inches in diameter.
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• Tube Thickness and Extended/Retracted Height for the Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler # BD0289800300
  I went out into our warehouse and grabbed a Bulldog Coupler part # BD0289800300 to measure and found that the outer tube is .2 inches thick and the inner tube is .3 inches thick. The height range for this coupler is 8 inches. When retracted all the way it is 32 inches tall and when extended it is 40 inches.
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• Outside Dimension of Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler BD0289800300
  The 4-1/2 inch measurement that is referred to on the Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler - Square # BD0289800300 is the outside measurement of the outer tube, so OD. I have added a link below to a video review for you to check out as well of the Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler - Square # BD0289800300.
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• Dimensions of Bulldog BD0289800300 Gooseneck Trailer Coupler
  The outer tube of the Bulldog # BD0289800300 Gooseneck Trailer Coupler measures 20 inches long as shown in the diagram that Bulldog provided for me. The outer tube is 4-1/2 inches square. The inner tube is 4 inches square and measures 31 inches long. If you click the provided link, you can see a product description video featuring the coupler.
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• Could Inner Tube of Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler # BD0289800300 Fit Square 4 inch Outer Gooseneck Tube
  The inner tube of the Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler # BD0289800300 would fit your 4 inch square outer coupler jack coupler tube. The amount of bolts would not be an issue.
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• Is There a Replacement Gooseneck Coupler Head for a 1995 American Triaxle Enclosed Car Hauler
  While I do have an option for you, given the age of your trailer and how specific these parts are we do not have a replacement coupler head available. I know it is not what you wanted to hear, but the only solution is going to be to replace the entire coupler assembly with the Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler # BD0289800300 which would provide you with the inner and outer tube that would need to be welded to your trailer. Given the amount of weight you are looking to pull and the fact that a...
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• Recommended Average Bed Height To Set Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler On Trailer For Coupler Height
  Currently on todays newer trucks you will want a height for the Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler # BD0289800300 of around 40" tall. This is an average height for your heavy duty trucks that will pull a 30,000lb gooseneck trailer. Current trucks have gotten taller over their previous models which were much closer with a bed height of around 36" in previous years.
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• What Direction Will The Pinch Bolt Face On The Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler # BD0289800300 Face?
  Per the installation instructions for the Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler # BD0289800300 which you will find linked below. The set bolts must face towards the towing vehicle. On this particular coupler it will place the pinch bolt and lock nut perpendicular to the trailer with the hex nut/set bolts on the drivers side of the trailer. This also places the release handle on the drivers side of the trailer where it is most easily accessible.
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• Can the Bulldog BD0289800300 be Substituted With the Bulldog BX1 BD1289140300
  Yes, the Bulldog BX1 Gooseneck Coupler # BD1289140300 and the Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler # BD0289800300 are interchangeable so you may use that as a substitute. The main difference between the two is going to be the handle but as long as that doesn't matter to you it will not be a problem. I have attached some review videos for your reference.
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• 30,000 lbs Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler
  We have the Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler - Adjustable item # BD0289800300 which is rated for 30,000 lbs and has a 4" inner tube. However, the total length of the inner tube is 31" long. I have linked a diagram below. This is the only 30,000 lbs Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler we have and it is square. We also have the Convert-A-Ball Multi-Cushioned Gooseneck Trailer Coupler - Round - 30,000 lbs item # CG which is a round tube that has an inner diameter of 4". This one is 26" long overall.
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• Troubleshooting Gooseneck Hitch that Won't Lock onto 2-5/16 inch Ball
  It really sounds like your gooseneck hitch is designed for a 3 inch gooseneck ball. I know you said that you attached to your friends B and W hitch, but B and W offers a 3 inch ball # BWGNXA2025. The 3 inch setup is less common but it is still seen out there. If your trailer is larger it is very possible that you need a 3 inch ball. Which there are no adapters like the Spyder that have 3 inch balls. This would call for the replacement of your coupler or the install of a gooseneck hitch...
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• What Is Needed For More Clearance Between The Bed Rails And Gooseneck Trailer On A Ford F-150 Truck
  A good rule to follow is to allow 6 inches or more of clearance between the sides of the bed and the bottom of the gooseneck trailer to allow for dips and bumps in the road. You will want to check your gooseneck coupler to see if it has an adjustable tube with set screws that will allow you to adjust the height of the coupler for extra clearance when attached to your vehicle. If it does then you can loosen the set screws and adjust the length of the tube to get more clearance. If the...
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• Recommended Heavy Duty Gooseneck Coupler For Clearance and Adjustability
  It sounds like you want vertical adjustability for 30K gooseneck coupler. It appears you may be seeking 30 inches of vertical travel and we don't have anything with that capacity. The normal range is 7-8 inches but the retracted heights can vary. We have the following options for you: Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler- Round - 30,000 lbs # BD0289500300 with 8 inches vertical travel with a retracted height of 29-1/3 inches. Ram Gooseneck Coupler - Topwind - Square - 30K # GCSQTW-30008 with...
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• Lock Recommendation for Bulldog Gooseneck Coupler
  The EZ Lock Gooseneck Coupler Lock Combo part # BLTL-53-40D2 will work with a Bulldog gooseneck coupler like what you have and will provide the best theft protection. I have attached a photo of the above lock installed on a Bulldog gooseneck coupler for you as well. The EZ Lock Gooseneck Coupler Lock Combo is made of a rust proof aluminum and fits tightly to the coupler. It comes with two locks, one for the gooseneck coupler and one for the inner tube. Each lock comes with 2 keys each...
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• Will a Blaylock EZ Lock for Set Screws on Gooseneck Couplers Fit a Square Bulldog Trailer Coupler
  The Blaylock EZ Lock, # BLTL-51, should work fine with a square Bulldog gooseneck coupler like # BD0289800300, # BD0289600300, or # BD028900. Provided the coupler that you have uses set screws to hold the inner tube in place, this lock will prevent anyone from tampering with the set screws to release the inner tube. You could use # BLTL-53-40D2. This comes with the set screw lock, the coupler lock for the bottom of the coupler, and 2 padlocks.
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