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Reese 20k goosnsck pinbox install#

I wouldn’t think twice about going back to a 5er hitch after using the Goose Box. I did also opt to use a 4” offset goose neck ball. The only extra things needed is to connect the safety chains which are required. I have a rear camera mouthed on the back of my cab so connecting is not a problem. Towing with it is smooth and a comfortable ride. Much more so than and pin box that came with the RV. As for its construction it is very heavy and well built. The Reece Goose Box has airbag, dual shocks and rubber bumpers provide multi-directional shock absorption I purchased the 20,000 lb Goose Box and I’m very happy with it. I don’t consider it a “glorified gooseneck adapter”. When I purchased our new Chevrolet 3500 DRW a few months back I did a lot of research on the Reese Goose Box. Ultimately, I figure it's no more of a risk than the Sidewinder we have on there now. It is glorified goose neck adapterĪ legit concern, and one I should have listed in the "Cons" section. Travel with a standard schnauzer and a Timneh African Gray parrot Id go for the Trailer Saver, no questions asked.Ģ013 HitchHiker 38RLRSB Champagne, toted with a 2012, F350, 6.7L PSD, Crewcab, dually. Looking forward to getting them installed and listing the Sidewinder, Curt A16, and B&W Patriot 16K on Craigslist.Įven though we won't exceed 16K, it's likely we're going to exceed the 3200lb pin on the 16K model. I ended up ordering the 2nd Gen 20K Goosebox (Reese part #94720) and the Curt #60618 GN kit for the Ram puck system. It includes a really nice case, and adapters that allow you to use the rear two puck locations to hook your gooseneck safety chains to.

I like the turnoverball for the convenience of stowing it, but I would also look long and hard at the gooseneck ball kit that B&W makes for factory tow prep.

Reese 20k goosnsck pinbox install#

I have a B&W turnoverball installed on my truck, in addition to the factory 4 corner "pucks" I had to install myself in the rambox bed because they don't offer tow prep from the factory on a rambox. Especially the 2nd generation version that has an integrated lock on it to prevent tampering. That said, if I were to have a longbed truck, I would buy a Goosebox hands down. I have tried them all, and IMHO, B&W makes the best hitch money can buy in terms of quality and security. I have to have a Sidewinder in my RAM because I have a rambox bed. I'm sort of leaning towards the 2nd gen Goosebox, #94716.Įdited 07/10/19 10:21am by an administrator/moderator * If I end up changing hitches, I'll list the the other hitch stuff for sale and make some or all of my money back on the new setup.

Requires ~$3K (new) or $1K (used) purchase.

Really like the latching and jaw mechanism.

Probably the best riding hitch on the market.

Other: I don't think hookup will be an issue because of the cargo cam on my Ram.

Requires quite a bit of space around the pinbox for movement in the bed of the truck - is it possible to store, say, firewood behind the connection when towing?.

Might require frequent air fills and greasing.

Doesn't require an external kingpin lock (padlock tabs, I believe, on the second gen).

Ride may be an improvement over the Sidewinder.

High maintenance - have to check torque every outing, lube often, drop and clean/inspect "seasonally".

Loses air quickly, at least compared to the BD3.

Since the pinbox doesn't move, you can pack stuff around the hitch when towing.

Tighter turns and closer tracking during turns.

The BD3 may have soured my impression of any fixed hitch, and I'm considering another BD3 or TS3 as well. The Curt rides just as well and I prefer the way it hooks up and disconnects, and the custom wedge for the Sidewinder fits tighter without causing issues (I also have the custom wedge for the Patriot). The B&W is still sitting in the garage - despite the huge following it has, I'm not a fan of the latching mechanism on it and don't think the ride that impressive. I've previously owned Pullrite Superglide, TrailerSaver BD3, and B&W Patriot hitches. I see a few pros/cons with each of the options I'm considering and I'll list them below - but would like some outside opinions on the matter before I decide to make a purchase.

Since we now have a long bed truck, I'm reconsidering our options. We recently brought home a long bed DRW, and moved our Curt A16 into it, keeping the Sidewinder Airborne pinbox that we have on our fifth wheel. Topic: Sidewinder vs Goosebox vs BD3+1621 Coast Resorts Open Roads Forum: Fifth-Wheels: Sidewinder vs Goosebox vs BD3+1621 Open Roads Forum