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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Shocker Hitch Quick Air Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Pin Box - Lippert Turning Point - 24K

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$1749.98

Shocker 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pinbox for Lippert 1621/0719 and Rhino Box - 24K GTW - 6K TW

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$1699.98

Shocker 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pinbox for Lippert 1716/1116/0115 and Fabex - 24K GTW - 6K TW

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$1749.98

Question:

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

expert reply by: Robin H

Shocker Hitch Recessed Ball Requirements
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Angie S.

3/20/2025

Thank you so much for the information. I will have to check my pin box.

Robin H.

3/21/2025

@AngieS you're welcome. If you send me the information off the pin box sticker I would be happy to look it up for you. If that is missing, you can use the article below which explains how to measure the bolt pattern.

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