Definitely a good idea. I like the Goose Box better than some of the other options out there, but prefer the traditional hitch. Would be a different story if I had other goosenecks like you too.I went this route. I need my bed when not towing and my dump trailer is also gooseneck. Works for me.
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Another idea…. Before I got the electric winch, (or if it dies as a back up) I used to use a metal plate with 6 large lag bolts and a big D-Ring I welded into the middle. Bolted above the garage door into the header, use a come-along in between the garage door opening and still lift out the hitch. This way you don’t need to have an engine hoist lay’n around.My bad. I thought you were referring to an engine hoist. If I had a higher ceiling height, I would definitely go with an overhead hoist.
At the house great. But doing that while traveling would be rather difficult.Need to get you a Harbor Freight lift (around $125-135? if I recall). Plugs into 110 outlet and lifts out my 200+lb B&W with ease all in one shot from the factory puck system. Hands down best investment for anyone towing with a traditional 5’er hitch.
I went this route. I need my bed when not towing and my dump trailer is also gooseneck. Works for me.
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I know this has been a while but Lock'er Down makes the one I have in my Limited 3500Nice! Faked me out.
I saw that and said finally what I'm looking for. Looked at their website and they specifically say "will not fit Limited and Longhorn models"
I'm jealous.
How hard was getting off the one from the transmission?I took the sound deadening material off from inbetween the oil pan/trans and the fuel rail.
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I took the sound deadening material off from inbetween the oil pan/trans and the fuel rail.
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How hard was getting off the one from the transmission?
It seems like the one between the oil pan and the trans holds grime. I could see corrosion happening on the pan if left in place. Not worth whatever deadening it could possibly do. Removal was easy, 2 star lock washers and pull it down.Tell us more. Preventing future corrosion/leaks?
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Bolt holes lined up perfectly although not exact same locations, and used adapter spacer plates on iside of king pin frame. Mine was the Lippert model. I couldn't tell you of the height of 5th wheel, as I changed hitch out when I purchased the Arctic Fox, so I have no comparison. As far as clearance of top of bed, that distance is adjustable when installing the hitch, I believe there are three options. Lucky for me, the guy who installed mine was well versed in hitch installations and the first estimated alignment worked.I have some questions about your setup.
Did you install the goose box in the same bolt holes as the king pin box? Was there a change in the front height of your fiver? Any change in top of bed to fiver distance? Have you had any problems with the 2nd gen goose box? I do not need the 20K capacity of the new gen 3, and the air fill looks more user friendly.
I appreciate any information you are able to share!
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