Can the Buyers Products 42" x 13-1/2" Gooseneck Hitch Plate Be Attached Directly to the Frame?
Updated 11/13/2025 | Published 10/18/2025
Question:
Does this mount plate require a crossmember underneath to be properly supported ? Can I simply mount it on the frame rails with no crossmember underneath?
asked by: Ross H
Expert Reply:
Hey Ross. The Buyers Products 42" x 13-1/2" Gooseneck Hitch Plate with 2-5/16" Ball And Two D-Rings item # 3373014981 is designed to be bolted or welded directly to your truck's frame. You won't need any crossmembers but you'll need a minimum of six 5/8", grade 8 bolts unless you're welding it.
What kind of truck do you have?
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Buyers Products 42" x 13-1/2" Gooseneck Hitch Plate with 2-5/16" Ball And Two D-Rings
- Gooseneck Hitch
- Above the Bed
- Fixed Ball
- 5000 lbs TW
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Fixed D-Ring
- Buyers Products
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Jerred H.
11/13/2025
Hey Ross, how did things go mounting the gooseneck hitch plate to your truck’s frame? Did bolting or welding it directly give you the support you needed? Your feedback could help others setting up the same plate.