What Compatibility Problems Are There for King Pin to Gooseneck Adapter and Short Bed Trucks
Updated 04/19/2019 | Published 04/18/2019
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Are there any downsides/ problems with using a king pin to gooseneck adapter for a short bed on a long bed?
asked by: Tyrel
Expert Reply:
The reduced turning clearance is the biggest issue to address when looking to use and adapter for gooseneck to 5th wheel king pin. Some trailers are designed with a rounded front end to account for some of that turning clearance issue, but many are not. If you want to use an adapter, I recommend using an offset adapter like the Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter w/ Offset # CAB-C5GX1216 or the Ranch Hitch Universal 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Coupler Adapter w/8" Offset for Short-Bed Trucks # AM3139.
The # CAB-C5GX1216 will give you a 7-1/2 inch offset and the # AM3139 will give you 8 inches. Most sliding trailer hitches for 5th wheel trailers will give you 10-14 inches of travel so they will still offer more turning clearance.
Some adapters like the Curt X5 # C16210, # 16310, or # C16220 will allow you to use a sliding hitch instead.
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B&W Extend-A-Goose Gooseneck Coupler - 2-5/16" Ball - 10" Offset - 24,000 lbs
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- Coupler with Inner Tube Only
- Round Tube
- 10 Inch Offset
- 24000 lbs GTW
- 2-5/16 Inch Gooseneck Ball
- Manual Latch
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