Gooseneck Hitch

Haul your heavy loads with peace of mind using a gooseneck hitch by popular manufacturers like B&W, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Curt, and Blue Ox. Install a Remove-a-Ball, fold down, or Hide-a-Goose hitch in the bed of your truck and retain full use of the bed when not towing. Or, maximize your hauling versatility with a rail-mounted gooseneck hitch and switch easily between gooseneck and fifth wheel towing.

You can find custom installation kits for your vehicle by entering the year, make, and model on the left. We offer kits for popular vehicle manufacturers like Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge, Nissan, and GMC. Also use the fit guide to find a custom fit or universal in-bed rail kit to install a rail-mounted gooseneck hitch.

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We offer many styles of top quality gooseneck trailer hitches, installation kits, adapters and accessories. They come from the best manufacturers like Draw-Tite, Reese, Bulldog, Blue Ox, Curt, Convert-A-Ball, and Colibert. There is also a how-to section of frequently asked questions, gooseneck hitch information, and installation tips more information .

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B and W Turnoverball Gooseneck Trailer Hitch Installation - 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty

Ryan: Hey everybody, Ryan here at etrailer.com. Today we have our B&W hitch installed on our Ford F250. This is what it's going to look like. As you can tell, most of the main components are going to be underneath the truck here and that's going to give us full bed access up top.You can tell it doesn't really take up any room. And that's probably one of my favorite things about this hitch is that we're going to be able to use our entire bed. Now our ball at the base of it is going to have a square design.

B and W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch Installation - 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

Shane: Hi I'm Shane with etrailer.com. Today we're going to be taking a look at and showing you how to install B&W's turnover ball underbed gooseneck hitch. Our underbed gooseneck hitch is not only going to allow us to pull our gooseneck trailers, but when we're not pulling our trailer, it's going to give us total bed access. Once of the nice things about this hitch, is it will also allow you to pull a fifth wheel trailer. It's going to be compatible with B&W's companion fifth wheel hitch. It's going to be a single spring loaded pin.

Curt EZr Double Lock Underbed Gooseneck Hitch Installation - 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

Today on our 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, we're gonna be taking a look at and showing you how to install Curt's Easy-R Double Lock Under Bed Goose Neck Trailer Hitch, with the installation kit. This is what our Gooseneck is going to look like installed. As you can see, it mounts underneath our truck bed. That way we still have full bed access up top. Now, one of the main features about this gooseneck, is that it has a double locking pin. So, it's actually gonna hold your ball with two pins instead of one, unlike many of the others.

B and W Ball and Safety Chain Kit Review - 2018 Ram 3500

Today on our 2018 Ram 3500 we're going to be taking a look at the B&W ball and safety chain kit for Ram under bed gooseneck trailer hitch. This is what our B*W gooseneck, and safety chain tie downs, or safety chain loops look like when they're installed on our vehicle. These are gong to work great for your factory or OEM style under bed gooseneck kits. Not only is this setup going to allow us to hook up to our gooseneck trailer easily, but when not in use it's going to store away easily. It's going to give us total bed access. Our ball and our two safety chain loops are going to come out of our factory inaudible 00:00:36 system and store in a nice container.To remove our ball, simply push this lever.

Curt Double Lock Flip and Store Underbed Gooseneck Hitch Installation - 2011 Ram 3500

Today on our 2011 Ram 3500, we're going to be installing Curt's Double-Lock Flip and Store Underbed Gooseneck Hitch with installation kit. You could also pick up just the hitch separately or just the installation kit by itself.This is what our hitch is going to look like when it's installed. You have your flush-mounted gooseneck ball insertion point here with your safety chain loops on each side. The safety chain loops are spring loaded to help keep them drawn down in the bed of the truck when not in use to help maximize your truck bed. Additionally, the hitch ball can be pulled out and placed upside down, further maximizing your use of your truck bed. It's going to allow you to haul your gooseneck trailer, and it has a 7,500-pound ton weight.

Draw-Tite Hide-A-Goose Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch Installation - 2013 Ford F-250 and F-350 Sup

Today on our 2013 Ford F-250 you're going to be taking a look at and I'm going to show you how to install the Draw Tite Hide-A-Goose Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch with Installation Kit. This is what our hitch is going to look like when it's installed. What this is good for is it's going to give us total bed access. Our safety chain loops are going to fit in a lower corrugation. Our hitch sits right at bed level, so any time we want to slide anything in and out, we're not going to have to worry about damage.It's going to come with a 2-5/16" ball, and you're going to see a groove here in the side. There's going to be a pin on the inside of the hitch, and little tabs at the very bottom.

Curt Double Lock Flip and Store Underbed Gooseneck Hitch Installation - 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 350

Today in our 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 3500, you're going to be taking a look at and show you how to install the Curt double-lock flip and store under-bed gooseneck hitch with installation kit. This is what our under-bed gooseneck hitch looks like when it's installed. As you can see, everything is underneath the bed. Our safety chain loops or rings, hold-down rings, are in the lower of the corrugation. Our center head piece or center section for our under-bed gooseneck is also .. It sits level with our raised corrugation.This is going to give us total bed access for putting anything in and out.

B and W Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch Installation - 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

Today on our 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 we're going to be installing BMW's turnover ball under bed gooseneck, part number BWGNRK1016. Now this is what our goose neck is going to look like when it's installed. It's going to allow you to hook up to your gooseneck trailer, and has a tongue weight of 7,500 pounds, and a gross towing capacity of 30,000 pounds. The safety chain connections are retractable and spring loaded, so when you're not using them they spring down to be flushed, stay out of your way. When you're ready to use them you can just pull them up and make your connection. The included ball mount can be flipped over and stored upside down, and this way you've got full truck bed access.

Best 2011 Ram 3500 Gooseneck Hitch Options

Today we're going to be taking a look at the best gooseneck hitch options for your 2011 Ram 3500. Please check our fit guide for your specific application.Here we have your best gooseneck options. Here we're going to have our B&W. That's going to be the Turnoverball underbed gooseneck trailer hitch, part number BWGNRK1313. Now here we have the Draw-Tite Fold Down gooseneck trailer hitch. That's going to be part number 8339-4435.

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Gooseneck Hitch Ball for a 2018 Dodge Ram 3500 with Factory Tow Package
The Curt Ball and Safety Chain Loops Kit # C60618 as well as the Reese Elite Series Pop-In Ball Kit # RP30140 for the 2017 Dodge Ram 3500 are confirmed to work with the factory tow package on the 2018 Dodge Ram 3500 as well. These come with safety chain loops and a 2-5/16" hitch ball. They are both rated for 30,000 lbs so either one will be great for your application.
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Recommended Best Truck For Towing 20,000-Lb Gooseneck Trailer
When asked for our recommendation about trucks that are towing fifth wheel or gooseneck trailers, most of the time we will recommend 1-ton trucks with an 8-ft bed and a diesel engine. The truck I recommend is the Ram 3500 Dually Tradesman with a 6.7 Cummins diesel and a 4.10 axle ratio. The towing capacity for this truck is 31,210 lbs. With a 3.73 axle ratio the towing capacity is 25,910 lbs. So if you plan on towing anything bigger than the trailer you are pulling I would go with...
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Best Gooseneck Trailer Hitch Ball for 2016 Ford F-350 with Factory Gooseneck/5th Wheel Prep Package
The correct gooseneck ball kit for your brand new 2016 Ford F-350 with the factory prep package is # C60692. It includes the actual 2-5/16 inch ball, safety chain loops, and a rubber cover to cover the ball hole when the ball isn't being used. If you want the ball by itself it is # C60601. I have linked videos for both parts for you. We have one physical location in Missouri but we can ship products to Denver fast so you can place your order with confidence.
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Comparison of Gooseneck and 5th Wheel Hitch For 2003 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Diesel Truck
Yes, there are fifth-wheel to gooseneck adapters and we do carry them. Gooseneck hitches are typically used to haul construction or agricultural trailers and fifth-wheel hitches are mainly used to haul campers. Gooseneck hitches are usually rated to haul 25,000 to 30,000 pounds, some fifth-wheel hitches are capable of doing the same, but other fifth-wheel hitches are rated lower. When towing, your towing setup is only as strong as the weakest towing component, whether it is your hitch,...
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Is the Gooseneck Puck System Interchangeable for Both Ford and Ram Trucks
The OEM puck system for Ford and Ram unfortunately are not compatible with each other. This is the same case for both gooseneck and 5th wheel hitch options. For example, the Reese Gooseneck Kit # RP30137 is a confirmed fit for a 2016 Ford F-250 with the factory rail kit, but for a 2016 Ram 2500 with the factory rail kit you will instead need the Reese Gooseneck Kit # RP30140. I have attached some installation videos for you to review on both products.
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How to Tell if 2017 Ford F-250 has Factory Rail Kit/Factory Prep Package
The factory rail kit is also known as the factory prep package on your 2017 Ford F-250. The difference is that the prep package includes the 4 holes plus the gooseneck hitch ball hole in the center. You can see an example of this in the attached video. If you do not have the factory rail kit (or factory prep package) then you will not have the 5 holes in your truck bed. If you do have the factory rail kit then you can just purchase the Curt Ball and Safety Chain Loop Kit # C60692...
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Gooseneck Ball Kit Recommendation for 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 with Factory Rail Kit
For your 2018 GMC Sierra 2500HD that has the factory rail kit we have the Curt goosneck ball and safety chain loop kit part # C60692 as a confirmed fit that would work well for you. I attached an install video for this kit for you to check out as well.
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Tips for Removing Stuck Gooseneck Hitch Ball
The first thing you will need to do is apply liberal amounts of spray lubricant to all of the moving parts that seem stuck. Sometimes it helps to apply some, wait an hour or so and apply more and then do whatever it takes to pry the ball out. If you can access the bottom of the hitch from underneath the truck bed try hitting it with lubricant from that angle as well. You may also be able to get a decent amount of force applied from here as well to get the hitch out. The more lube...
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What Underbed Support Is Needed For Curt Gooseneck Flat Plate, # C65500, To Meet Maximum GTW Rating
I called Curt on the Curt Gooseneck Flat Plate, # C65500, and they said that the plate can be installed to the frame rails with a minimum of six 1/2 inch Grade 5 mounting bolts, but that would not allow the plate to meet the 30,000 lbs. GTW rating. To be able to meet the 30,000 lbs. GTW rating you will have to install the Curt flat plate with the Curt Universal Gooseneck Ball Rail Kit, # C61502. This kit will install under the bed to the frame rails and give the extra reinforcement that...
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Recommended Replacement for Factory Gooseneck Hitch Ball in a 2017 Ram 2500
I have exactly what you need to use your Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch System (Gooseneck Version) in the bed of your 2017 Ram 2500. For this, I recommend the Reese Elite Series Pop-In Ball Kit for Ram Under-Bed Gooseneck Hitch part # RP30140. This kit comes with a 2-5/16" hitch ball, two safety chain loops, and a handy storage bag. It will fit perfectly into the gooseneck cutout you have in your bed. There are currently no recalls on the Reese Elite Series Pop-In...
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Best 5th Wheel and Gooseneck Setup for a 2019 Ford F-250 with 6-3/4 Foot Bed
We offer everything you need to tow a 5th wheel and or gooseneck trailer with your 2019 Ford F-250. The factory does offer a prep package but if you are looking to save money then aftermarket would be the way to go. The main advantage you have with factory installed components is their warranty but there are pros and cons to each options as well. The best setup we have for your F-250 which will allow you to tow both gooseneck and 5th wheels trailers is to use the B&W Turnoverball Underbed...
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Cutting Hole In Truck Bed To Install Hide-A-Goose Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # 9464-35
Installation of the Hide-A-Goose Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch, part # 9464-35, will require using a hole saw to drill into the bed of your Dodge Ram pickup. You will need to measure, mark, and drill a quarter inch hole, then use a hole saw to cut the hole out for the gooseneck ball. If you have a 6 foot bed, you will measure 44 inches from the rear edge of the truck bed and centered between the wheel wells. If you have an 8 foot bed, you will measure 46 inches from the rear edge...
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Does Bed of 2017 Ford F-350 Need to be Removed to Install Curt Gooseneck Hitch C60700
The bed of your 2017 Ford F-350 would not need to be removed to install the Curt gooseneck hitch part # C60700 that you referenced.
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Does Curt Gooseneck Hitch for 2017 Ford F-250 Come with Instructions for Drilling Ball Hole
The Curt gooseneck hitch part # C60700 which is a confirmed fit for your 2017 Ford F-250 does come with instructions that detail where to drill for the ball hole. I checked the instructions and they state to use the factory dimple above the axle as the place to drill the hole needed for the ball to come through. I attached a link to the install instructions for this kit below for you to check out as well.
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Recommended Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for 2017 Ford F-350
If your customer's 2017 Ford F-350 has an 8 foot bed without the factory rail kit, I recommend the Curt Custom Underbed OEM-Style Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # C60700. This custom-fit, underbed gooseneck hitch is confirmed to fit this truck and will provide complete truck bed access when not towing. The pop-in ball fits securely and is easily inserted or removed. This system has a gross towing weight of 30,000 pounds and a vertical load limit of 7,500 pounds. I have attached a short video...
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Gooseneck Hitch Recommendation for Cab and Chassis Truck
The Curt Flat Plate Gooseneck # C65500 is a multi-fit application that can be used on a cab and chassis truck. Typically, the plate would be placed on top of the flat bed over the rear axle. The Universal Rail Kit, part # C61502 can be used to provide the under bed bracing. Holes would be drilled through the plate, through the bed and into the frame members and the rail kit. At least six 1/2 inch grade 5 bolts need to be used to fasten the plate to the rail kit. At this time there...
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USA Made Gooseneck Hitch Recommendation for 2002 Ford Super Duty
I did some checking and the rail/bracket kit of the Curt EZR gooseneck hitch part # C60685 is made in the USA but the center section with the gooseneck ball is made overseas. For a hitch that is a confirmed fit for your 2002 Ford F-Series Super Duty that is made in the USA totally we have the B and W hitch part # BWGNRK1108.
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Comparison of Gooseneck Hitch Balls to Fit Ram Truck with Factory Goosneck Package
The Curt # C60618, Reese # RP30140, and B&W # BWGNXA2062 hitch balls that fit the factory gooseneck hitch in your Ram are all great quality. There are a few differences though, mainly the way the ball is locked into place. The Curt has an integrated lever in the top of the ball that activates the ball bearings in the shank. The lever is made of steel and very easy to access and use. The Reese ball has a similar lever only you pull and turn it. It's also made of plastic intead of steel...
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Options for Towing 5th Wheel and Gooseneck Trailers with the Same Truck
The best way to proceed will depend on if there is already a fifth wheel or gooseneck hitch installed on your truck. If you already have a gooseneck hitch installed, we offer several different adapters that will allow you to tow a fifth wheel using a gooseneck ball. The Rapid Hitch Ranch Hitch adapter, part # AM3100 is one of our best sellers, but keep in mind that using the adapters can void some fifth wheel warranties because of the extra stress they can place on the frame of the fifth...
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Estimated Installation Time for B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # BWGNRK1117
I spoke with my contact at B&W regarding the Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit # BWGNRK1117 referenced in your question. She stated that the estimated/average installation time for this kit is around 2 hours. This heavy-duty hitch features a removable ball that can be stored upside down in the hitch when you aren't towing. It has a towing weight capacity of 30,000 pounds and is confirmed to fit the 2017-2018 Ford F-250/350 4WD without the factory...
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