Towing Clearance Between 5th Wheel Trailer and the Back of a 1998 Ford F-250 Short Bed
Updated 06/12/2014 | Published 06/11/2014
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I have a 1999 ford f250 short bed, it measures 6 ft long and 67 inches wide. I want to be sure there is enough turning room with the 5th wheel converted to gooseneck. the trailer has 67 inches from the front of it to the center of the king pin
asked by: Tammy
Expert Reply:
I have included a picture that should help. When the trailer is coupled to the truck there should be 16 to 24 inches between the bumper of the truck and the trailer. If you are at the lower end of the range or just want peace of mind that clearance will not be an issue at the back of the truck I recommend an adapter with an offset, # AM3139, which has 8 inches of offset.
An offset adapter like the Ranch Hitch listed above will provide more clearance between the truck bumper and the trailer but not between the truck cab and trailer overhang.
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Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter - 12" to 16" Tall - 20,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Gooseneck Adapter
- Adapts Trailer
- 5th Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- No Extra Clearance
- 20000 lbs
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Shock Absorbing
- Convert-A-Ball
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