Why Cant a Regular Gooseneck Coupler Lock be Used on a Reese Goose Box Adapter
Updated 07/07/2017 | Published 07/06/2017
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What does this statement mean? Traditional gooseneck coupler locks will not work on the Goose Box. A wheel lock should be used instead. I have a 2012 Dodge Ram cab/chasis with a Deweze bed, Deweze is a flatbed with a recessed pin
asked by: Becky F
Expert Reply:
The Reese Goose Box adapters such as # RP85FR don't have a straight down-tube like a traditional gooseneck coupler so the locks for regular gooseneck couplers, such as # BLTL-53-40D2, will not work. They cannot grab onto the coupler like they are supposed to.
To secure the trailer a wheel lock such as # WI490 or # RA-25 or something similar is recommended instead. I have linked some videos on these locks for you.
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Reese Goose Box 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Air Ride Coupler Adapter - 20,000 lbs
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- 20000 lbs
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