Quickly and easily convert your gooseneck hitch to a sturdy 5th-wheel trailer hitch. 2 Lightweight pieces for fast, easy installation. Wraparound jaw has a locking bar for added security. Pivoting head allows easy hookup and helps limit chucking.
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There are a variety of adapters on the market that let you tow a fifth-wheel trailer with a gooseneck hitch. You can use a coupler adapter that replaces the pin box on your fifth-wheel trailer and then attaches to the gooseneck hitch in your truck bed. But these adapters often require modifications to your trailer that can void the warranty. Another option would be using fifth-wheel rails that mount directly to your gooseneck hitch, usually by dropping into the hitch's ball hole. But to do this you have to make 2 separate purchases - the adapter plate that has the rails and a standard fifth-wheel hitch.With the Demco Recon, you get a heavy-duty fifth-wheel trailer hitch that mounts in your truck bed by connecting directly to your gooseneck hitch with the included components. No modifications are required to your truck or trailer. And no additional parts are required for the system to work.
The single-piece, strong wraparound jaw completely surrounds your trailer's king pin for 360 degrees of contact. This wraparound jaw provides a more secure connection than standard 2-piece jaws that close in on the king pin from the sides. The increased jaw-to-king-pin contact on the Recon hitch offers tighter tolerances around the king pin, which minimizes both rattle and chucking, for a smooth, quiet ride.
A 3/4" thick solid steel locking bar spans the area in front of the jaw. This bar provides an added barrier of protection against accidental disconnection so you can have peace of mind that your trailer is secure. The locking bar is attached to the jaw and to the spring-loaded handle. The bar automatically locks when the jaw closes around your king pin.
The double pivoting, cushioned head improves your towing experience dramatically by helping to reduce jarring and unwanted noise. Built-in pins allow the hitch head to pivot back and forth and side to side. And hookup is easy because the hitch head will automatically pivot to the proper angle when it comes into contact with your pin box.
Polyurethane dampeners help to cushion the movement from the pivoting head and to reduce towing noise. These dampeners are built into the head assembly to cushion the head's side-to-side pivoting.
This hitch is designed to attach to the 2-5/16" ball on your gooseneck hitch.
Assembling the hitch is quick and easy because of its lightweight, 2-piece design. First, attach the base to your gooseneck ball. A coupler pin is installed underneath the ball and the coupler is tightened to keep the Recon secure. Then simply slide the head assembly into the opening in the base. There are 3 different height settings to choose from - just slide the head up or down to find your desired height.
Once you have chosen your desired height, use the included pin to secure the head to the base. Finally, tighten the bolt to eliminate any movement and rattle.
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Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (144 Customer Reviews)
Quickly and easily convert your gooseneck hitch to a sturdy 5th-wheel trailer hitch. 2 Lightweight pieces for fast, easy installation. Wraparound jaw has a locking bar for added security. Pivoting head allows easy hookup and helps limit chucking.I just received my Demco Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter today. Installed it, hooked up to my first 5th wheel camper I just purchased, and pulled it home from about an hour away. Installation, hook up, and pulling was very easy and I am very pleased with the hitch. My rig is a 2007 GMC 2500 HD pulling a 2007 Sunnybrook Bristol Bay 3150 RL.
Henry - 08/07/2021Very quick shipment. The box did come damaged some but that was shippers fault not etrailer fault. The product was by far the best option To fit my budget and needs. Wouldn’t wanna try any other hitch. Installed in less than 15 min and was hooked up and towing in less than 30.
Brandon - 12/19/2021
Working great after a year. Have pulled two different 5th wheels - both over 38'. Still some slight chucking, but nothing like my old hitch. Love the security of the slider bar and the 360 degree contact. I usually leave it in the truck, but will split it into two pieces when I need the full bed.
I wish I had known in advance that the hitch was coming in 2 parcels and that they wouldn't arrive together, but the hitch itself is great! Assembly is simple and I can quickly disassemble into 3 pieces for easy storage in a bay. Although it states that the top plate is 15 1/2" above bed, it is actually 16 1/2" at the lowest setting and I ended up adjusting my pin box to compensate so everything rides level. All things to be expected. It is much easier than hitching up to a gooseneck, especially since my tool box blocks the view of the hitch. It rides smooth with no discernible bucking on the road. I highly recommend this hitch and especially the people that I bought it from. etrailer has been great to deal with. Pics will follow when the weather clears.
William - 01/28/2021I will add the photo you emailed me, thank you!
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Sierra K - 1/28/2021Item was 200 lbs- no where does it say that! I’m old retired flt attendant- live alone & that was NOT an easy adapter… horrible. I’ve used fifth wheel to gooseneck adapters b4- this item was a nightmare. Impossible to Redbox & send back- will need help… on top of that I did not read the 8 pages of DETAILS. Like I have to pay for return of this monster- hurt my back & shoulder trying to Redbox- had go to library & PRINT MY OWN LABEL1 to ZERO STARS
Sierra K - 12/10/2021The hitch is easy to ensemble. Great design. Pulled my trailer great! But when I hooked up the second time to the trailer the roll pin that goes in the locking bar fell out. Wasn't a really big deal. But if I hadn't had any tools and a 1/4" bolt with a lock nut I probably won't have been able to hook up. Maybe they could change that. The best adapter from gooseneck to fifth wheel.But all in all very happy with it.
Roger W - 05/19/2020Fast shipping, great service and the hitch very easy to install.
I was a little skeptical at first but this hitch is awesome! Super easy to install and adjust the height. No issues at all pulling our 5th wheel.
Years ago I had a product similar to the gooseneck to 5th wheel hitch (gooseneck to gooseneck ball) although it worked it wasn’t easy to connect to the trailer. The hitch’s ability to be separated into two parts makes it a one person installation to the pickup. I use the demco recon hitch to pull an older 38’ fifth wheel I recommend this product, and would buy it again.
Took about two hours to install. Of course that includes taking the old goose neck adapter off the camper. Looks nice and I will be trying it out from Anchorage, AK to Louisiana, in September.
David - 07/21/2020 David - 07/21/2020Outstanding product! Exactly what I was needing. Fits perfectly under my BackFlip Truck bed cover. Pulled a 38' footer with no problems behind a 2016 Ram 2500 with a B&W Turnaball gooseneck hitch. Thanks Ya'll!
Super Happy. Easy to install and remove. Has taken all that we have thrown at it and then some. The delivery of it was a different thing. The delivery Co. just backed up and rolled the hitch out into our yard, they did the same thing to the hitch box we ordered from Ebay so it was not etrailers fault. Super fast on shipping it out.
GERN - 04/15/2021Hitch works great, easy to hook up the camper. I have a short bed truck and didn’t have any problems making turns when we drove through town or backing in the driveway. Ships out in two packages, set up isn’t a problem. Pretty self explanatory, if you’re loading or unloading from the truck either have someone help or break it down to at least two pieces. It’s pretty heavy all assembled. I would recommend this hitch versus drilling holes or welding on a gooseneck adopter to your trailer.
Really like the hitch; particularly the 3 piece breakdown to make it easier to get in and out of truck bed. The weld on the nut and bolt system that stabilizes the yoke broke but was able to reweld it myself. Also the plastic bump cushion broke off but this doesnt have a major impact on performance.
Bruce R - 08/17/2021Love this hitch. Had a couple of other gooseneck hitches and this one if the best. I'm able to install and remove super easy, with no help. I carry 3 tandem bikes around with a special build bike rack. Removing the main hitch and keeping the base works out perfect for transporting all 3 bikes.
I installed the Demco Recon Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Hitch yesterday. The Hitch was installed on a Reese Remove A Ball Hitch and fit perfectly after cutting the rubber mat in the bed of my 2012 GMC Sierra 3500hd Duramax Diesel Dually. I will be hauling a Keystone Avalanche 5th Wheel.
Very happy and excited we order and got our hitch within 10 days Pat you were very professional and knowledgeable, my husband had it in the truck within 20 minutes my son (Brent Huffman)came over and they had it lowered and torqued and the camper hooked up within 25 minutes my son bought his hitch from you last month and he told us how pleased he was with you’re service thank you again we love it Pam Meek I will be submitting to the price pledge with the receipt from camping world
Absolutely love this hitch. I needed something that would work with the Atwood folding goose ball in the truck I purchased, and thanks to etrailer I found this. The fact that it is three separate pieces make it easy to install and remove. Also like how the plate comes all the way around the back of the pin, as opposed to two pieces that meet in the center. When you hitch up and the lever is locked in place, and you can visually confirm that the plate is around the pin, there is no question that you are good to go. I feel completely safe using this hitch.
The website is great. The product lineup is incredible. I loved the videos, so I could actually look at the product, to determine which one would be best for me. I was on vacation last week when it came, so I haven't installed it yet. I'll add more after it's installed and I give my rig pull down the road.
Michael R - 09/30/2021Works perfectly. Locks up easily. I have pulled my 5th wheel about 5,000 miles so far and it performs just like advertised. And I can take it out of the truck bed when not in use. I can recommend this product!!!
Great service helping with my 5th wheel trailer hitch problem
This unit is very solid. It is pretty straight forward to install and use. The down side is it is a bit heavy.
I like it. the trailer ride is great way better than the gooseneck I had. easy to install
Bolted right in my truck no issues everything seems to be very solid and well made
Preston - 06/09/2020From start to finish my experience with etrailer was top notch. I studied all the videos on deciding my hitch choice and more than happy. Took approx.1 hour to install completely, now ready to start using. The heavy duty quality was more than expected. Thanks again. Santa K (Kevin) P.S. ordered 2 days later on my door step
Kevin - 03/04/2020
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