Is Shocker Hitch 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Pin Box Safe to Use With Recessed Gooseneck Ball
Updated 03/21/2025 | Published 03/15/2025
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We are converting our 2004 Chevy 3500 to a flatbed. This new flatbed is a Wil-Ro flatbed with a recessed ball down 4 inches below the flatbed. I’m concerned in how I’m going to pull my fifth wheel camper. We have been researching and have found the shocker hitch air cushioned fifth wheel to gooseneck pin box 24K. PN SHK47YR. I was just wondering if this would be a safe option for us to use with this new type of flatbed since it hitch is so adjustable.
asked by: Angie S
Helpful Expert Reply:
Hey Angie! The Shocker Hitch Quick Air Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Pin Box # SHK47YR is safe to use with your recessed ball. However, you need to make sure the top of the ball is no more than 2" from the top of the flat bed. You also need to make sure the recessed area is at least 12" x 12". I attached a picture below so you can see what I'm talking about.
Is your current pin box a Lippert Turning Point? If it isn't, or you aren't sure, you will need to identify the pin box to make sure you choose the right adapter. We have the following available based on pin box bolt pattern:
-Shocker 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pinbox for Lippert 1621/0719 and Rhino Box # SHK23MR
-Shocker 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pinbox for Lippert 1716/1116/0115 and Fabex # SHK55MR
-Shocker Hitch Quick Air Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Pin Box - Lippert Turning Point # SHK47YR
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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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Angie S.
3/20/2025
Thank you so much for the information. I will have to check my pin box.