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Old 11-28-2019, 10:00 PM   #1
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Question Fifht wheel to Gooseneck adapter

Hi guys, somebody can tell me which gooseneck adapter is better? is good to drill to install it? or is better just to tight the bolts? tell me your experiences.
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Old 11-29-2019, 04:15 AM   #2
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Reese “goose ball” is the way to go, and you simply use the same bolts that are used to attach the regular pin box.
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Old 11-29-2019, 04:23 AM   #3
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Hi guys, somebody can tell me which gooseneck adapter is better? is good to drill to install it? or is better just to tight the bolts? tell me your experiences.
Most folks with a gooseneck ball in the bed of their tow vehicle use Andersen Ultimate hitch. It is easy to install and even easier to remove if you need the truck bed for other stuff when not camping.
https://shop.andersenhitches.com/col...mate-5th-wheel
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Old 11-29-2019, 07:03 AM   #4
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Hi guys, somebody can tell me which gooseneck adapter is better? is good to drill to install it? or is better just to tight the bolts? tell me your experiences.
I'm not sure what you're asking. Try saying it a different way.
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Old 11-29-2019, 08:10 AM   #5
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IMHO I wouldn't use a gooseneck adapter that changes the torque point from the pin down to the bed of the truck. The Andersen Hitch is a better option as is the Pullrite Lite. Others may disagree but that's why I went with the Andersen. The Goose Box that Chuckster suggested is a great choice. There are also other standard 5th wheel hitches that will also attach to the goose neck ball. These all would be a better choice than a gooseneck adapter.
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Old 11-29-2019, 09:29 AM   #6
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If I've read correctly the Goosebox is the only gooseneck adapter that will not void Lipperts frame warranty as per Lipperts, if that's of any concern.
I have no experience with either & not an engineer, but would chose the GB over the Anderson hitch, as I've said before the Anderson just appears way to flimsy.
There's those on here that use the Anderson & have great luck, but to drop 2500-4000 lbs onto an aluminum hitch weighing 35lbs with all the jerking, bouncing, & yanking back/forth going down our wonderful highway system just doesn't seem like a good idea.
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Old 11-29-2019, 10:09 AM   #7
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I have installed LOTS of gooseboxes over the years and not a single customer has been back with a complaint or any issues.

Anderson does carry an insurance policy that they claim will pay if Lippert determines failure is caused by the hitch, but IIRC its only after ANDSERSON does an investigation using their people....
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Old 11-29-2019, 04:29 PM   #8
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B&W makes the Companion which might be another option if you have the pucks and gooseneck kit in your truck already.
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Old 11-29-2019, 04:52 PM   #9
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If I've read correctly the Goosebox is the only gooseneck adapter that will not void Lipperts frame warranty as per Lipperts, if that's of any concern.
I have no experience with either & not an engineer, but would chose the GB over the Anderson hitch, as I've said before the Anderson just appears way to flimsy.
There's those on here that use the Anderson & have great luck, but to drop 2500-4000 lbs onto an aluminum hitch weighing 35lbs with all the jerking, bouncing, & yanking back/forth going down our wonderful highway system just doesn't seem like a good idea.

That warranty coverage is strange as the leverage on the 5th wheel frame is the same as an adapter. Chris
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Old 12-08-2019, 04:12 PM   #10
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Hi guys, somebody can tell me which gooseneck adapter is better? is good to drill to install it? or is better just to tight the bolts? tell me your experiences.
I just put the ball in the hole. That's how they built my truck.
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Old 12-08-2019, 08:03 PM   #11
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We did not want the fifth wheel hitch in the bed of our 2500 gmc. I already had the goose neck ball, our dealership recomended the reece air bag goose pin box. It is harder to get lined up on. But saves room in the bed. I love it now but you better read the owners manual and check the air pressure every time. Our dealer told us it was ready to go so we hooked up and took off to Louisiana from houston. Some of the roads were very rough and as we found out we had zero pressure in our airbag. The trailer began to buck and articulate so severely one of my bed caps was damaged. My wife's neck was strained as well. Luckily I could hand on to the steering wheel. Scared the hell out of us both. I believe the trailer was almost lifting out truck bed off the ground. Since then we learned very quickly and love the way it pulls. But always check your air!
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Old 12-09-2019, 06:18 AM   #12
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We did not want the fifth wheel hitch in the bed of our 2500 gmc. I already had the goose neck ball, our dealership recomended the reece air bag goose pin box. It is harder to get lined up on. But saves room in the bed. I love it now but you better read the owners manual and check the air pressure every time. Our dealer told us it was ready to go so we hooked up and took off to Louisiana from houston. Some of the roads were very rough and as we found out we had zero pressure in our airbag. The trailer began to buck and articulate so severely one of my bed caps was damaged. My wife's neck was strained as well. Luckily I could hand on to the steering wheel. Scared the hell out of us both. I believe the trailer was almost lifting out truck bed off the ground. Since then we learned very quickly and love the way it pulls. But always check your air!


Is it possible it had no air when you left the dealer? Not knowing when you purchased/installed your goosebox, I've read where the first version had an issue with the air bleeding off through the valve assembly. On the second version, they updated the air valve assembly (it's a milled block of brass vs. whatever V1 was using) and it's supposed to have resolved the air loss. You should contact Reese and see if they'll send you an updated valve.
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Old 12-12-2019, 02:01 PM   #13
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I am with the guys that like the Anderson. Loosen (not remove) three bolts, pull the pin and lift the 39lb Anderson Hitch out of the pickup bed. Turn the "turn-over" ball over and you have your whole bed for hauling. Takes 15 minutes for an old geezer like me and 10 minutes for a young guy.
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