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Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter w/ Offset - 12" to 16" Tall
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Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter w/ Offset - 12" to 16" Tall
Part Number: CAB-C5GX1216
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Convert-A-Ball 5th Wheel Gooseneck Adapter - CAB-C5GX1216
Highlights
- Tow Your Fifth Wheel with a Gooseneck Hitch: Bolts over the king pin and couples to a 2-5/16" ball so you can use your gooseneck setup for RV towing.
- Smoother Ride on Rough Roads: Internal polyurethane cushions absorb shock and reduce bounce for a safer, more comfortable tow.
- More Turning Room in Short Beds: Built-in 7-1/2" offset gives added clearance between trailer and cab on tight turns.
- Adjustable Height for Level Towing: Adapts from 12"–16" to match the trailer’s pin box height for proper alignment.
- Strong and Secure Connection: Positive-lock coupler with external handle lets you latch from outside the bed; pin weight capacity 4,000 lbs, towing 20,000 lbs.
- Durable for Long-Term Use: Cast-steel body with rust-resistant powder coat and included 25-1/2" safety chains.
Features to know about
Converting Your Setup for More Bed Space: 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Design
If you like keeping your truck bed open when not towing, this adapter makes that easy. It lets you pull your fifth-wheel trailer using your existing gooseneck hitch, so there’s no heavy fifth-wheel hitch taking up room. The coupler bolts right over the trailer’s king pin and locks onto a standard 2-5/16" gooseneck ball. With a 20,000-lb towing capacity and 4,000-lb pin weight limit, it’s built for serious loads while keeping your bed clear when the trailer is unhitched.
Smoother Ride on Rough Roads: Built-In Polyurethane Cushions
Long hauls can be tough when every bump gets sent through the truck and trailer. Inside this adapter are polyurethane cushions that act like shock absorbers, reducing bounce and vibration between the two. That cushioning helps smooth out the ride, protects your trailer and frame from hard jolts, and minimizes wear on both sides of the connection. It’s an easy way to make towing feel a lot more controlled.
More Turning Room in Tight Spots: 7-1/2" Offset for Extra Clearance
Short-bed setups and tight turns don’t always mix well. The offset design of this adapter moves the trailer 7-1/2" farther back, giving you more space between the cab and the trailer during turns. That extra clearance helps you make sharper corners without worrying about contact between the trailer and the bed rails.
Simple Height Adjustment: 12"–16" Range Fits Different Setups
Whether your hitch ball sits high or low, this adapter can be dialed in to match. The adjustable height range from 12" to 16" fits multiple trailer configurations and keeps the trailer level when towing. Set screws and lock nuts secure the adjustment, so once it’s set, it stays put.
Secure Hookup Without Climbing In: Positive-Lock Latch and Remote Handle
Hooking up is straightforward. The fail-safe latch design locks the coupler tight to the ball, while a steel extension handle lets you lock or unlock it from outside the bed. You can even add a padlock (sold separately) for extra security when parked. The included safety chains round out a solid, dependable connection built from powder-coated cast steel for long-term durability.
Specs
Application
- Application: 2-5/16" gooseneck hitch balls
Weight and Capacity
- Towing capacity: 20,000 lbs
- Pin weight capacity: 4,000 lbs
Dimensions
- Height: 12" - 16"
- Offset: 7-1/2"
- Safety chain overall length: 25-1/2"
Warranty
- Warranty: 2-Year limited warranty
Note
- Not recommended for use with Reese Elite Series gooseneck trailer hitches.
- Not recommended for use with factory-installed towing prep packages which use a hitch ball with an integrated locking lever.
- Not compatible with sidewinder king pins. When used together they produce two pivoting points at both the ball and the turret which is a safety hazard. Any adapter that attaches in this way may void your trailer's warranty.
- Not compatible with any cushioned or air ride 5th wheel king pin.
C5GX1216 Convert-A-Ball Adjustable Fifth-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter with 7-1/2" Offset - 12" to 16"
Replaces 5GX1214 and 5GX1416
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Ratings & Reviews
4.7
1017 reviews
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Anne F
07/21/2026
I ordered the offset hitch so I didn't have to switch between the gooseneck for my horse trailer to the fifth wheel hitch for the camper (27 foot Jayco fifth wheel). I've towed for several years with my 2016 Ram 1500 Ecodiesel and everything previously handled well. We installed the hitch adapter and towed for the first time over the 4th of July weekend and the sway and movement were so bad we had to pull over. Terrible handling and I was actually afraid at one point on the freeway. I will be removing this and going back to the hassle of the fifth wheel hitch.
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Kirk
03/16/2025
I have a standard bed on a 2024 Chevrolet 2500hd and the offset hitch extends too far so that it contacts my bed on the left and right when I angle my trailer at about a 120 degree angle. I will get the straight one so it will fit properly. My rhino box fifth wheel is pretty short but makes this setup too long. Get the straight one if you have a Chevy with a rhino box 5th wheel. Towing is nice and hookup was easy. 3 stars just because the offset hit the sides.
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Rick
07/18/2026
I love etrailer! Good products. Great choices. Lighting fast shipping! And the email updates (personalized) are outstanding! Wish all sites were this organized and professional!
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Pierre B.
12/26/2016
This is my first 5th wheel but I have several other gooseneck trailers that I tow on a regular basis. I didn't want to have to switch back and forth so I bought this adapter. I have a long bed but I have a chase rack on it that goes up over the cab. I really didn't want to have to remove it every time I wanted to tow my new toy hauler so I got the offset hitch. Install was very straight forward. Took me about 40 min. to install. The hardest part was getting the bolts in as mine has the long pin box and it was all I could do to reach the holes. I don't have very many miles on it but it tows great. I didn't notice any difference from my other gooseneck trailers.
Pierre B.
12/31/2017
After a year in still very satisfied and glad I went this route.
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Randy B.
04/03/2019
I received this hitch about a year ago, it arrived with in a week of ordering it. The instructions were simple to understand. It did say it will take two person to install. I was able to install it by myself with in a few hours, What I like about this hitch is that I still have use of my truck bed when unhook when traveling and I don’t have a fifthwheel to haul around. My camper pulls great with this hitch with no complaintion at all. It’s a great hitch.
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Dennis H
05/29/2017
I have ordered many items from etrailer they always arrive fast this gooseneck to 5th wheel adapter installed easy and did the trick for me built very strong. The staff at etrailet is always very helpful.
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David
02/24/2026
Well made easy install. Works on 2007 CTD shortbed flatbed.
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Steve W.
03/07/2017
Owned a year now GREAT product.
Made very well. Installed in 40 minutes in dealership parking lot. Trailer towed beautifully thanks to cushion in system.
Made very well. Installed in 40 minutes in dealership parking lot. Trailer towed beautifully thanks to cushion in system.
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Daniel
06/03/2019
Wow what a great product! Instructions were great and very easy to install. I did it by myself in under a half hour. Looks very strong and better than expected. Arrived in just a few days.
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Dano
01/19/2013
This hitch adapter is heavy duty. It's easy for two people to install in under an hour and all parts fit together well. The instructions were well written in English, which is the official language of our country (USA). The offset adapter works great with my 2011 Ram 2500 4x4 which sits higher due to oversized tires. My shipment was received two days after I ordered it without paying any expedited freight charges!
Thanks to the Convert-A-Ball and the fine folks at etrailer.com my days of listening to a clanging 5th wheel hitch are over. Thank you etrailer.
Thanks to the Convert-A-Ball and the fine folks at etrailer.com my days of listening to a clanging 5th wheel hitch are over. Thank you etrailer.
Bill
1/15/2015
Hi Dano. Is your truck a shortbed or longbed Thanks Bill
Dano
1/20/2015
My truck is a 2011 Ram 2500 Crew Cab 4x4 Short Bed.
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Steve
11/11/2021
I have a short bed so I assumed the offset was needed for cab clearance. The off set has a major design flaw. It needs to be drilled through and pinned or welded to prevent it from rotating while backing up. Trust me, we tightened the bolts to the point of denting the post and it still rotated while backing up allowing it to strike my bedside causing significant damage. The offset went in the trash and I used the large flanged adapter successfully after that with out the offset. I then discovered the late model 2018 trailer had plenty of room and cleared the shortbed cab with out the offset anyways! I was trying to fix a problem that didn't exist. Some days you can't win. lol..
Sorry, I can not recommend the offset with out pinning or welding it. But the straight Goose neck adapter works fine.
Sorry, I can not recommend the offset with out pinning or welding it. But the straight Goose neck adapter works fine.
Jenny N.
11/18/2021
I reached out to the manufacturer about the rotation that you experienced. They advised that the front and rear adjustment bolts come partially pre-tightened however will need to be tightened to 110 foot pounds during installation. This can be overlooked or forgotten when the height adjustment is made.
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Melissa
01/25/2021
worked excelent for the year that i owned this trailer. sinse have sold the whole traler and this hitch and was a definite point of sale to the new buyer. thanks
Jarrod
1/26/2022
we have since sold the trailer i bout this for but with that said i absolutely loved the conversion while i had it. made life easier and the long road trips so much more comfortable.
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Tom Foreman
04/27/2024
YOU put out a product with false pretense on how to mount the hitch because it requires drilling holes and also bolting it directly to the factory fith wheel hitch. this would be imposible for some one in a trailer park. and probly need costly assistance from a machine shop for most. Fortunatly i am a machinist
Jenny N.
4/30/2024
Hi Tom, I wanted to reach out and ask where you needed to drill to install? It is very heavy and hard to maneuver however it should just be a bolt on installation.
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geno h.
09/16/2019
I was not explained about having to drill holes in my fith wheel hitch. This was difficult to do and when done it was not level, very difficult to take trailer off truck, had to use a jack. I had to redo and had to add spacers between fithwheel and gooseneck. This might have been better if I had not got the 7 inch offset, this tended to pull the bolts out of the fith wheel platform. I had to redo this hitch three times.
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Rick B.
04/25/2017
I bought this adaptor about a year ago and I have to say it has been worth every penny that I paid! I have an 8ft bed with a tool box in the back so having the offset worked great, giving me more ability to turn the trailer right where I needed it to get. Install was fairly simple but you'll want at least 1 more person to help since it weighs almost 90lbs. Have a torque wrench handy to. All in all I recommend this to anyone who has a gooseneck ball in the bed of their truck who wants to own a 5th wheel trailer!
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Justin
10/15/2022
Well, it works, But thats all. I bought it as a quick fix for a stuck goose ball in the bed of my truck. I tow a 2018 Jayco Eagle 5th wheel and needed an option in a pinch. The geometry of this device created a lot of chucking and bucking while towing not to mention the extra leverage on the frame. I towed with it 3 times before finally managing to remove the goose ball, and installed a B&W Companion with OEM hitch points. Night and day difference. I would only recommend this adapter if you have no other choice.
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Harry
12/10/2016
Easy Hook Up - No 5th Wheel Saddle to remove when you want the bed of your truck back for other use, you simply flip your goose neck ball over - very stable on the road even in High Wind situations - with 8" offset it gives you extra turning radius with the Cab of the Truck - doesn't bind when you are backed into low or high spot, which happens with the King Pin of lower cost fifth wheel hitches - ininstallation instructions were very Good
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Wesley garrot
05/05/2015
I have a 3500 dodge mega cab with ram box 2012. It works great pushed camper back an lifted it up do it will not hit my cab are side of my bed. You need it so get this one.
John L.
2/26/2016
Did you need to do anything special. Looking to use this in a 2015 3500 Mega Cab with the Ram box. Worried that the frame of the pin box is going to hit my tool box.
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march h
07/10/2016
Heavy duty. Two man job to install. Needed longer bolts but manufacturer was very helpful. Tows great, totally satisfied with product and service. I tow a 33foot Carri- lite fifth wheel rv (14000 lbs) with a 2016 F350 4x4 super cab with an 8 foot bed.
March H.
7/11/2017
Terrific product. Had to get longer safety chains. Trailer tows great. After sale service is great.
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Tom B.
10/22/2018
I wish I would have installed this years ago. Took it on its 1st trip up the Northern Coast of California, pulled so nice, and when we got to the camp ground I had nothing in my bed.
I installed it by myself in about 2 hours, took it off and on about 4 times. It took me the longest to tap the threads 2 of the bolts I could get the nuts and lock washers on but 2 had to be threaded. I had drill bits and taps so that was a no cost, I would suggest that if you have to thread holes go buy good drill bits and a tap, do it right.
After it was completed and I did a test drive backed it into my side yard and I could not get the trailer off the ball, I thought it was stuck, it was not I just didn't notice how much the cushion travels I thought I was lifting the trailer to high.
Anyhow I love it and it was reasonably priced.
I installed it by myself in about 2 hours, took it off and on about 4 times. It took me the longest to tap the threads 2 of the bolts I could get the nuts and lock washers on but 2 had to be threaded. I had drill bits and taps so that was a no cost, I would suggest that if you have to thread holes go buy good drill bits and a tap, do it right.
After it was completed and I did a test drive backed it into my side yard and I could not get the trailer off the ball, I thought it was stuck, it was not I just didn't notice how much the cushion travels I thought I was lifting the trailer to high.
Anyhow I love it and it was reasonably priced.
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Robin A
08/03/2016
After installing the gooseneck, hooking it up to trailer, I was not impressed on the function of this gooseneck(recommended for short bed truck).
Towing my trailer was like pulling the entire railroad pacific behind me.. Lot of tugging jerking. When I arrived to my destination the gooseneck had dropped down in the front giving it a dropped and sideways location instead of the installed and aligned position... Gooseneck was rated for up to 14,000 pounds.. I was towing only 9,000.. My vehicle struggled even though it is a GMC 2500 with all the gear......
Towing my trailer was like pulling the entire railroad pacific behind me.. Lot of tugging jerking. When I arrived to my destination the gooseneck had dropped down in the front giving it a dropped and sideways location instead of the installed and aligned position... Gooseneck was rated for up to 14,000 pounds.. I was towing only 9,000.. My vehicle struggled even though it is a GMC 2500 with all the gear......
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Worth the money.
09/22/2020
Had a offset adapter w/o the cushion on my 28’ trailer. Towing w/ 2005 F250 powerstroke short bed. It would beat the crap out of you hauling it down the interstates in TX, LA, MS,OK. Put this on and wow what a difference it makes. Rides so much better. Wish I knew this existed long ago. Well worth the $$. Had a trailer service center install for me in MS. Has an opening by the latch that allows you to put a lock on the adapter to keep it secured when in storage.
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Amanda
04/12/2023
Product itself is fantastic...however etrailer's rep misinformed me that it would work with our fifth wheel and when we got it, it did not. It was a very bad time too as we were moving into our fifth wheel and getting ready to move 2500 miles across the country. THANKFULLY the owner of Convertaball was willing to walk us through a fix, which worked. This was my first negative interaction with etrailer and the only time, so far, that I've been disappointed in them.
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Gregory
05/15/2022
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Hi Kirk, this can be a tricky part to get situated, but it seems like you were able to get this sorted out and find the right part you need. Thanks for sharing a photo with your insight. This is helpful feedback for anyone shopping this in the future.