Does Convert a Ball Fifth Wheel to Gooseneck Offset Adapter Provide Turning Clearance
Updated 11/26/2025 | Published 11/25/2025
Question:
Would you recommend this hitch for a 2012 Ford F-250 w/ 6’-9” 81.9” bed w/ a B and W flip gooseneck ball? I currently have a B and W Companion slider fifth wheel hitch. I’m needing my bed floor space so I’m exploring gooseneck adapters. Thank you in advance for your response.
asked by: Mark T
Expert Reply:
Hey Mark, so the Convert a Ball Gooseneck adapter part # CAB-C5GX1216 might work for you but it is not going to give you the same turning clearance as the slider hitch you have now. It only has an offset of 7-1/2 inches and since that offset turns with the trailer around corners it won't offer much help in that regard. So here's what I would say...if you have to use the slider mechanism of your fifth wheel hitch I wouldn't go this route. If instead you are able to tow with the hitch slid forward all of the time even around corners this adapter would work for you.
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Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter w/ Offset - 12" to 16" Tall
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- Adapts Trailer
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- Provides Extra Clearance
- 20000 lbs
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Shock Absorbing
- Convert-A-Ball
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Mark T.
11/26/2025
Thanks Jameson. Although I have a slider hitch, I have never used the slider option. One follow-up question, I’ve read other responses experiencing this hitch hitting either the tailgate or the sides of the truck bed while turning; will either of these be an issue for me and my truck bed?