Best Way to Install a Gooseneck Hitch in a Truck w/ 5th Wheel Rails
Updated 09/29/2025 | Published 09/10/2025
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Question:
We have a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 6.5’ bed and a Reese 16K fifth wheel hitch that we were given. What can we do to make it compatible with a gooseneck trailer? Thanks!
asked by: Rebecca D
Expert Reply:
Hey Rebecca. So long as you have a set of 5th wheel rails like item # C16411-204 installed in the bed of your new 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, all you'll need is the Curt Above-Bed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for Fifth Wheel Rails item # 16055. This will attach directly to those rails like your Reese 16K 5th wheel hitch.
I have attached a picture below so you can see how the gooseneck plate looks when it gets setup. It has 3" of offset built into it for better turning clearance. You'll want to point the side with the gooseneck ball closer to the tailgate.
What kind of gooseneck trailer do you have?
You can add this information and any other questions you have where it says Reply to Jerred H and I'll be happy to answer them.
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Curt Above-Bed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for Fifth Wheel Rails - 3" Offset - 25,000 lbs
- Gooseneck Hitch
- Gooseneck for 5th Wheel Rails
- Fixed Offset Ball
- 6250 lbs TW
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Built-In Loop
- CURT
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Jerred H.
9/29/2025
Hey Rebecca, did you get a chance to try the Curt Above-Bed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch with your Silverado and Reese hitch? I'm curious to know if it worked out for your gooseneck trailer setup. Your experience could really help others in a similar situation!