Gooseneck vs 5th Wheel hitch setup

Gooseneck vs 5th Wheel hitch setup

11-18-2009, 04:15 AM

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Carlacee

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Gooseneck vs 5th Wheel hitch setup

I'm planing on having a trailer built so I'll have the option of either a Gooseneck or 5th Wheel hitch setup from the get go.

I'm building a HD high ground clearance 3 axle around 21k GVWR. I'll be traveling on unimproved roads more often than not. I'm planing on running at about 75% of GVWR, no more than 80%, FYI.

My question is, what hitch setup would be better? Is chucking an issue with goosenecks as well?

Thanks for your comments in advance,

Cee

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