Is the Shocker Hitch or Gen-Y 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter a Better Choice?
Updated 10/30/2025 | Published 02/01/2025
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Looking at this or the GENY GY48GR. Are both good quality? And we need towards the shockers since my pin weight might be close to maxing out the gen y. Please advise.
asked by: Matt
Expert Reply:
Hey Matt, thanks for reaching out!
Yes, both the Shocker Hitch # SHK47YR and Gen-Y # GY48GR 5th wheel to gooseneck pin boxes are great quality, and the real difference is just the air bag vs rubber torsion arms.
The air bag system is one that I like a little better just because it is more customizable, but I do understand the "no maintenance" appeal of the Gen-Y setup as well. The Gen-Y is best for 5th wheels that have a calculated tongue weight of 1,600-2,599 lbs (which is your GVWR x 0.22) so if you're pushing the high end of that tongue weight range then it would be worth going with the Shocker Hitch just for the sake of having a beefier setup.
Let me know if you have any other questions about this in the comments below!
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Shocker Hitch Quick Air Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Pin Box - Lippert Turning Point - 24K
- 5th Wheel Gooseneck Adapter
- Adapts Trailer
- 5th Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- Provides Extra Clearance
- 24000 lbs
- Replaces Pin Box
- Shock Absorbing
- Lippert Turning Point
- Shocker Hitch
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Jon G.
10/30/2025
Hey Matt, how did things turn out with the Shocker Hitch versus the Gen-Y pin box for your setup? Did the air bag system give you the extra support you needed for that higher pin weight? Your update could make it easier for others comparing these two options.