Which Demco Recon Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2021 Ram 2500 Short Bed with OEM Gooseneck
Updated 08/07/2025 | Published 07/15/2025
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i am looking at getting the demco recon that connects to the gooseneck ball. i have a 2021 ram 2500 crew cab short box. i have a gooseneck hitch that i installed myself. it is a ram factory gooseball hitch. however i only have the 2 pucks towards the tailgate. i do not have the 2 pucks toward the cab. it only came with the gooseneck ball and the 2 hook connections. is this a problem for that hitch. do i need support under the bed for this demco recon?
asked by: Steve
Expert Reply:
Hey Steve, actually what you will want is the Demco Recon part # DM8550045 as this is just the gooseneck to fifth wheel hitch adapter that you are looking for. The part # DM83AV includes this hitch and also a gooseneck hitch which you don't need as you already have that covered. What trailer do you have?
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Demco Recon 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Dodge Ram - Single Jaw - 21,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 5250 lbs Vertical Load
- 21000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 15-1/2 - 18 Inch Tall
- Demco
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Jameson C.
8/7/2025
Hey Steve, how did the Demco Recon adapter work out with your setup? I'm curious to know if it solved your hitch concerns, as it could really help others in a similar situation.