| Towing is a nation-wide occurrence. Millions haul tow | | | | Now that you have an understanding of the 5th wheel, |
| trailers, boats, cars and more. But, for newcomers, | | | | let's take a closer look at the gooseneck hitches. Keep |
| choosing the proper hitch mount can be challenging. | | | | in mind the gooseneck is not made for every job, here |
| Don't get stuck with the wrong hitch and a disaster of | | | | are some things to consider when choosing hitches. |
| a trip. If you're hauling a large load, you're most likely | | | | 1. Capacity: They are second only to the 5th wheels |
| hmm-ing and haw-ing between a 5th wheel hitch or a | | | | when discussing capacity. They can handle up to |
| gooseneck hitch - let us help you solve that | | | | 30,000 lbs; perfect for heavy trailers. |
| mini-dilemma. | | | | 2. Specific Trailers: Does your trailer have a front end |
| First, let's take a look at the 5th wheel hitch. They are | | | | which protrudes out further? If so, the gooseneck is |
| the strongest of all hitches you can buy for your ride. | | | | for you! |
| Commonly, they are used to tow livestock trailers or | | | | 3. Mounting: Since they are mounted in the middle of |
| RVs. The hitch is mounted in the bed of the pickup, | | | | the truck bed rather than the rear, drivers can make |
| and it is ready for the massive loads you're about to | | | | sharper turns. |
| throw at it. Here are some of the advantages of a 5th | | | | 4. Not for beginners: Installing a gooseneck hitch is |
| wheel: | | | | complicated. It requires the removal of the truck bed to |
| 1. Easy to Maneuver: Since it is mounted inside the bed | | | | install the frame which will hold the ball in place. It also |
| of the truck, it makes it easier to turn corners. And, | | | | requires drilling, which many people do not want to do |
| when you're already pulling all that junk in your rear, | | | | to their ride. Keep in mind that this extra effort results |
| you can use all the mobility you can get. | | | | in a much stronger hitch than a normal ball hitch. |
| 2. Stability: These hitches make the trailers far more | | | | 5. Goosenecks are available in varied classes to be |
| stable than most hitches. | | | | perfect for the amount of weight you're planning to |
| 3. Capacity: With a 5th wheel hitch, you can haul | | | | tow. |
| heavy-duty loads. In fact, it is no coincidence that they | | | | Now that you have an idea about the capacity, |
| resembled the same hitches that 18-wheeler | | | | mobility, specific uses and installation techniques-you |
| semi-trucks use! | | | | should have a better understanding of which type of |
| 4. Safer: For a beginner, it is much easier and safer to | | | | hitch you need for a safe and fun towing experience! |
| use a 5th wheel hitch. | | | | Happy towing! |