Best Option for Adapting Fifth Wheel Pin Box to Gooseneck

Question

Question:

Looking for a cheap way to go since the trailer isn’t used much. Thanks

asked by: Ted

0

Expert Reply:

The easiest option would be the Convert a Ball adapter part # CAB-C5G which can either bolt or weld to the pin box on your trailer and give you a gooseneck coupler. I attached an install video for this adapter for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

0

Ted

1/24/2019

Looking for a cheap way to go since the trailer isn’t used much. Thanks

Jameson C.

1/24/2019

We have gooseneck couplers like the Pro Series part # PS0287800300 which are intended to weld onto the frame of a gooseneck trailer. It's hard to say what it would take to weld it securely to a pin box but I really can't recommend that. If you were looking for the cheapest place to start though this would be it.

Answer 1

The Americana Modular Wheel #AM22461 shares the same dimensions as your SRW 31767A0 trailer wheel. It has the same 17.5" x 6.75" size with 8 on 6.5" bolt pattern and -0.5" offset. It also has the same 6,005lbs capacity with…

view full answer...

Answer 2

It sounds like you're looking at something similar to the Bulldog 2-Speed Tandem Landing Gear #BD500154 and are trying to determine whether or not the 2-speed operation also works when an electric motor is used. The answer to your question…

view full answer...

Answer 3

When installing the B&W Extend-A-Goose Gooseneck Coupler #BWTEXA4200, the trailer sleeve set bolts should be torqued down to 125 foot pounds. I have attached the complete install manual below that you can also look through.

view full answer...

Answer 4

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

view full answer...

Answer 5

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

view full answer...

Answer 6

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

view full answer...

Answer 7

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

view full answer...

Answer 8

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

view full answer...

Answer 9

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

view full answer...

Answer 10

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

view full answer...

Answer 11

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

view full answer...

Answer 12

Hey Bryan, that's a good question. The pricing can definitely be misleading, but I wouldn't use it to judge the quality of the tire. A lot of that comes down to promotions, inventory, and whether you're looking at a tire by itself or…

view full answer...

Best Option for Adapting Fifth Wheel Pin Box to Gooseneck

Products Featured in This Question

Featured Help Information

Miscellaneous Media

Continue Researching