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Availability of Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Adapter for 1996 Ford F-350 With Long Bed  

Updated 06/27/2023 | Published 06/25/2023



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Looking at Gooseneck to 5th wheel notice all say for flatbed does it work with f350 pickup regular 8ft bed

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The Demco # DM8550046 you looked at is designed for a flatbed with a recessed ball. However, you can use the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter # DM8550045. This is compatible with any truck that has a standard gooseneck hitch, including your F-350. It works with gooseneck balls up to 5" tall and has a gross towing weight of 21,000 lbs.

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