GOOSENECK HITCH SYSTEMS

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1 GOOSENECK HITCH SYSTEMS Gooseneck Hitch Systems conveniently allow unrestricted use of the pickup bed. In-truck platforms support and 3 hitch balls. All framework for Gooseneck Trailer Hitches reside under the bed of the truck with only the ball exposed above the bed of the truck. Stronger, and able to utilize the full suspension of the truck, Gooseneck Hitch Systems are rated up to full towing capacity of the vehicle as determined by the manufacturer. Bulldog Gooseneck Hitch Systems utilize a unique set of mounting rails, specific to each vehicle, that will accommodate any of the hitch heads. How large a trailer can I tow? Each truck has a published Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR. This is the maximum allowable tow rating in terms of the combined vehicle and trailer weight. When the Gross Vehicle Weight GVW is subtracted, the maximum Gross Trailer Weight is revealed. In this example, the maximum allowable trailer towing weight is 12,800 lbs. GTW. The rail kit for this vehicle has been tested to meet maximum vehicle tow capacity. GCWR - GVW = max. GTW 2001 GMC Heavy Duty 2500, 4 Wheel Drive Extended Cab Engine: Duramax 6600 Horsepower: rpm Torque: 520 lb rpm Transmission: Allison 5-speed Automatic Axle Ratio: 3.73 to 1 GVW: 9,200 lbs. GCWR: 22,000 lbs. 22,000 lbs. GCWR 9,200 lbs. GVW = 12,800 lbs. GTW Common Terminology: Base Curb Weight - The nominal weight of a vehicle with standard equipment and a full tank of fuel. It does not include passengers, cargo or optional equipment. Commercial Towing - Any vehicle/trailer combination exceeding 26,000 lbs. Gross Combined Weight GCW. Commercial Vehicle - Any vehicle that exceeds 10,000 lbs. GVW. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) - The actual weight of the vehicle when fully loaded. It is the base curb weight plus the cargo weight. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) - The maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle. Gross Combined Weight (GCW) - The actual weight of the vehicle and trailer combined. This weight should always be obtained by weighing the vehicle and trailer together on a scale. Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) - The maximum weight of the towing vehicle and the loaded trailer - including cargo and passengers. Gross Axle Weight (GAW) - The total weight supported by each axle (front or rear). To compute this weight for your vehicle and trailer combined, take the loaded vehicle and trailer to a scale. With the trailer attached, place the front wheels of the vehicle on the scale to obtain the front GAW. To obtain the rear GAW, weigh the towing vehicle with the trailer attached, but with just the four wheels of the vehicle on the scale. The rear GAW is determined by subtracting the front GAW from that amount. Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) - The total weight each axle is capable of carrying. The total load on each axle must not exceed its GAWR. Gross Trailer Weight (GTW) The weight of a trailer fully loaded. Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight - The maximum allowable fully loaded weight of the trailer. This weight is obtained by subtracting the towing vehicle s GVW from its GCWR. Payload - The combined maximum allowable weight of cargo, occupants and optional equipment that the vehicle is designed to carry. (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating minus the base curb weight.) Rail Kit - The components and hardware that mount the gooseneck hitch to the vehicle frame. 144

2 ELITE UNDER-BED GOOSENECK HITCH SYSTEMS Reese Elite Under-Bed Gooseneck Hitch System 146 Reese Elite Pop-In Ball Kit ABOVE-BED GOOSENECK HITCHES Reese Elite Above-Bed Gooseneck Hitch Reese Above-Bed Gooseneck Hitch UNDER-BED GOOSENECK HITCH SYSTEMS Draw-Tite Under-Bed Gooseneck Hitch System Draw-Tite Hide-A-Goose Gooseneck Head Draw-Tite Fold-Down Gooseneck Platform Draw-Tite Remov-A-Ball Gooseneck Platform Draw-Tite Hi-Rise Conversion Hitch Draw-Tite Above-Bed Gooseneck Hitch Bulldog Under-Bed Gooseneck Hitch System Bulldog Under-Bed Gooseneck Head Bulldog Fold-Down Gooseneck Platform Bulldog Remov-A-Ball Gooseneck Platform Bulldog Hi-Rise Conversion Hitch ABOVE-BED GOOSENECK HITCH Pro Series Above-Bed Gooseneck Hitch GOOSENECK HITCH SYSTEM ACCESSORIES Gooseneck Hitch Accessories

3 ELITE GOOSENECK TOWING SYSTEMS Reese Elite UNDER-BED Gooseneck Hitch Easy Under-Bed bolt-in installation Rated for 25,000 lbs. gross weight capacity* Passes SAE J2638, the toughest industry standard Pop-In Ball Lever inside ball head activates ball bearing locking system Lift and turn lever to unlock and remove ball Two safety chain holders attach directly to rail system Fifth wheel ready uses outer four holes to mount a fifth wheel hitch Hole cover keeps Pop-In Ball sleeve free of debris Storage bag included Patented and Patents Pending Aligns to center hole in 2011 Ford F-250 / F-350 / F-450 truck beds Elite Gooseneck Complete Hitch (includes #30126 rail kit) Elite Gooseneck Head with Pop-In 2-5/16 Ball (use with #30126 rail kit) *Your actual weight capacity is limited to the towing vehicle or gooseneck rail kit capacity Chevy Siliverado / GMC Sierra 2500 & 3500 HD pickups Elite Gooseneck Complete Hitch (includes #30868 rail kit) Elite Gooseneck Head with Pop-In 2-5/16 Ball (use with #30868 rail kit) *Your actual weight capacity is limited to the towing vehicle or gooseneck rail kit capacity. Fifth Wheel Ready! 146 See application catalog or for additional truck applictions.

4 ELITE GOOSENECK TOWING SYSTEMS Lever inside ball head activates ball bearing locking system elite Pop-In Ball Kit Pop-In Ball Lever inside ball head activates ball bearing locking system Lift and turn lever to unlock and remove ball Two safety chain holders Hole cover keeps Pop-In Ball sleeve free of debris Storage bag included Ball rated for 30,000 lbs. capacity* Fits 2011 Ford F-250 / F-350 / F-450 with factory installed OE rail system or aftermarket rails (#30126 & #30868) Patents Pending Elite Pop-In Ball Kit (Includes: (1) 2-5/16 Pop-In Ball #19311, (1) Storage Bag, (2) Safety Chain Attachments & (1) Hole Cover) Replacement Part, Hole Cover for Elite Under-Bed Gooseneck Hitch Replacement Part, Safety Chain Attachment for Elite Under-Bed Gooseneck Hitch Replacement Part, Storage Bag for Elite Under-Bed Bolt-On Gooseneck 2-5/16 Pop-In Ball # Replacement Part, 2-5/16 Pop-In Ball for Elite Under-Bed Gooseneck Hitch *Your actual weight capacity is limited to the towing vehicle or gooseneck rail kit capacity For use with Elite Series rail kits only Elite Series Above-Bed GOOSENECK Rated for 30,000 lbs. capacity forged, heat treated ball Specifically designed for the Professional tower who employs both fifth wheel and gooseneck trailers Utilizes the same vehicle specific under-bed rail kit system as the Elite Series fifth wheel Above-Bed Gooseneck can be easily removed for unobstructed use of the truck bed Weather resistant plastic covering provides protection from the elements and aesthetic appeal Built-in chain bracket to accommodate safety chain Elite Series 30K Gooseneck Service kit adapter for Signature Series Fifth Wheels & Goosenecks when used on Elite Series Rail Kits (#30126 & #30868) & Ford OEM rail kits Note: Will not fit trucks with beds shorter than 6 in length. Will not fit trucks with flareside/stepside. 25K ABOVE-BED GOOSENECK Easy installation and removal allows for full access to truck bed Utilizes same base rails as our fifth wheel hitches heat treated ball In-truck platform rated for 25,000 lbs. gross vehicle towing weight and 6,250 lbs. vertical load Black powder coat finish Capacity Pin Capacity K Gooseneck Hitch 25,000 lbs. 6,250 lbs Chevrolet Composite Bed Kit for gooseneck Rails and installation kit must be ordered separately (#30035, 10-bolt or #30095, 4-bolt). 147

5 GOOSENECK HITCH SYSTEMS GOOSENECK system Draw-Tite has designed a Gooseneck Hitch System to meet your gooseneck towing needs. The secret of the system is in the rail kit. We ve designed rail kits to fit your specific truck that can attach to your choice of the Hide-A-Goose, Fold-Down or Remov-A-Ball heads. Easy install, reliable service. See application catalog or for vehicle applications. SAME RAIL KIT - 3 METHODS OF ATTACHMENT Use fit guide below and select your vehicle. Option #1 Hide-A-Goose ball stores in truck bed. Option #2 Fold-Down ball folds down in truck bed. Option #3 Remov-A-Ball ball removes and is stored separately. Hide-A-Goose Fold-Down Remov-A-Ball K Hide-a-goose GOOSENECK Allows full use of pick-up bed area when hauling cargo No alteration of OE exhaust systems required Accommodates all standard vehicle suspensions forged, heat treated zinc ball standard, 3 ball optional Magnetic cover protects ball hole when not in use Rated for 30,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 7,500 lbs. vertical load and tested to V.E.S.C.-19 specs for 30,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating Spring loaded safety chain loops included 9460 Hide-A-Goose Wide Head 9461 Hide-A-Goose Narrow Head 9464 Hide-A-Goose Wide Head Note: See fit guide in Application Catalog K FOLD-DOWN GOOSENECK Fold-Down design allows unrestricted use of the truck bed when not towing Takes only seconds to raise or lower the ball into position Forged, heat-treated chrome ball standard Includes mounting hardware & integrated drop down spring loaded safety chain loops Oversize pull ring allows user to raise or lower the ball while wearing gloves Integrated grease fitting is visible & easily accessible Platform & ball rated for 25,000 lbs. gross vehicle towing weight and 6,250 lbs. vertical load No alteration of factory exhaust systems required 8339 Fold-Down Gooseneck Platform ( ball included) 148

6 GOOSENECK HITCH SYSTEMS K remov-a-ball GOOSENECK Allows full use of pick-up bed area when hauling cargo No alteration of OE exhaust systems required Accommodates all standard vehicle suspensions forged, heat treated zinc ball standard, 3 ball optional Spring loaded chrome sliding pin insures positive ball lock Lockable to prevent ball theft (lock not included) Magnetic cover protects ball hole and activating lever slot when not in use In-truck platform may be used with rail kits or installed on any vehicle providing adequate structure to secure the platform In-truck platform is rated for 30,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 7,500 lbs. vertical load and tested to V.E.S.C.-19 specs for 30,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating Spring loaded safety chain loops included 6300 Remov-A-Ball Gooseneck Platform, includes 2-5/16 ball & cover 9480 HI-RISE CONVERSION HITCH Converts a gooseneck hitch into a 5th Wheel Hitch. 4-Way Pivoting Head with Self Latching Jaw Design 4 Degree Side-to-Side Pivot for Better Control Fifth Wheel Height Adjustments (14-1/4-18 ) 2 Bolts for Bed Height Adjustments Offset Legs Enhance Performance While Braking Adjustable Stabilizer Strips Fit Bed Corrugation Pattern Lockable, Extended Length Handle Not Rated for use with Reese Sidewinder or Draw-Tite Gooseneck (62xxx/63xxx) 18K Gross Trailer Weight / 4.5K Pin Weight Capacity 2 Year Limited Warranty 9480 Hi-Rise Conversion Hitch Your actual weight capacity is limited to the towing vehicle or gooseneck rail kit capacity K ABOVE-BED GOOSENECK Easy installation and removal allows for full access to truck bed Utilizes same base rails (#30035 or #30095) as our fifth wheel hitches heat treated ball In-truck platform rated for 25,000 lbs. gross vehicle towing weight and 6,250 lbs. vertical load Black powder coat finish Capacity Pin Capacity K Gooseneck Hitch 25,000 lbs. 6,250 lbs Chevrolet Composite Bed Kit for gooseneck Rails and installation kit must be ordered separately (#30035, 10-bolt or #30095, 4-bolt). 149

7 GOOSENECK HITCH SYSTEMS GOOSENECK system Bulldog has designed a Gooseneck Hitch System to meet your gooseneck towing needs. The secret of the system is in the rail kit. We ve designed rail kits to fit your specific truck that can attach to your choice of the Under-Bed, Fold-Down or Remov-A-Ball heads. See application catalog or for vehicle applications. SAME RAIL KIT - 3 METHODS OF ATTACHMENT Use fit guide below and select your vehicle. Option #1 Under-Bed ball stores in truck bed. Option #2 Fold-Down ball folds down in truck bed. Option #3 Remov-A-Ball ball removes and is stored separately. Hide-A-Goose Fold-Down Remov-A-Ball K under-bed GOOSENECK Allows full use of pick-up bed area when hauling cargo No alteration of OE exhaust systems required Accommodates all standard vehicle suspensions forged, heat treated zinc ball standard, 3 ball optional Magnetic cover protects ball hole when not in use Rated for 30,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 7,500 lbs. vertical load and tested to V.E.S.C.-19 specs for 30,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating Spring loaded safety chain loops included 9470 Under-Bed Gooseneck Wide Head 9471 Under-Bed Gooseneck Narrow Head 9474 Under-Bed Gooseneck Wide Head Note: See fit guide in Application Catalog K FOLD-DOWN GOOSENECK Fold-Down design allows unrestricted use of the truck bed when not towing Takes only seconds to raise or lower the ball into position Forged, heat-treated chrome ball standard Includes mounting hardware & integrated drop down spring loaded safety chain loops Oversize pull ring allows user to raise or lower the ball while wearing gloves Integrated grease fitting is visible & easily accessible Platform & ball rated for 25,000 lbs. gross vehicle towing weight and 6,250 lbs. vertical load No alteration of factory exhaust systems required 8339 Fold-Down Gooseneck Platform ( ball included) 150

8 GOOSENECK HITCH SYSTEMS K remov-a-ball GOOSENECK Allows full use of pick-up bed area when hauling cargo No alteration of OE exhaust systems required Accommodates all standard vehicle suspensions forged, heat treated zinc ball standard, 3 ball optional Spring loaded chrome sliding pin insures positive ball lock Lockable to prevent ball theft (lock not included) Magnetic cover protects ball hole and activating lever slot when not in use In-truck platform may be used with rail kits or installed on any vehicle providing adequate structure to secure the platform In-truck platform is rated for 30,000 lbs. gross trailer weight and 7,500 lbs. vertical load and tested to V.E.S.C.-19 specs for 30,000 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating Spring loaded safety chain loops included Remov-A-Ball Gooseneck Platform, includes 2-5/16 ball & cover 9481 HI-RISE CONVERSION HITCH Converts a gooseneck hitch into a 5th Wheel Hitch. 4-Way Pivoting Head with Self Latching Jaw Design 4 Degree Side-to-Side Pivot for Better Control Fifth Wheel Height Adjustments (14-1/4-18 ) 2 Bolts for Bed Height Adjustments Offset Legs Enhance Performance While Braking Adjustable Stabilizer Strips Fit Bed Corrugation Pattern Lockable, Extended Length Handle Not Rated for use with Reese Sidewinder or Gooseneck (52xxx/63xxx) 18K Gross Trailer Weight / 4.5K Pin Weight Capacity 2 Year Limited Warranty 9481 Hi-Rise Conversion Hitch Your actual weight capacity is limited to the towing vehicle or gooseneck rail kit capacity 151

9 ABOVE-BED GOOSENECK SYSTEMS & ACCESSORIES Available in skid quantities of 24 (Example: ) pro series 25K ABOVE-BED GOOSENECK Easy installation and removal allows for full access to truck bed Utilizes same base rails (#30035 or #30095) as our fifth wheel hitches Raised safety chain locations all for easy trailer connection heat treated ball In-truck platform rated for 25,000 lbs. gross vehicle towing weight and 6,250 lbs. vertical load Ball is offset 2 to accommodate 6 & 8 ft. truck beds 5 year limited warranty Capacity Pin Capacity K Gooseneck Hitch 25,000 lbs. 6,250 lbs Chevrolet Composite Bed Kit for gooseneck Rails and installation kit must be ordered separately (#30035, 10-bolt or #30095, 4-bolt). Gooseneck Hitch ACCESSORIES & REPLACEMENT PARTS 6352 Part No. Description Replacement Magnetic Cover 6352 Nylon Pouch with velcro closure, stores balls when not in use 6303 Replacement 3 Ball for Remov-A-Ball 5973 Replacement 2-5/16 Ball for Remov-A-Ball 6308 Replacement U-Bolt Safety Chain Kit 6467 GOOSENECK INSTALLATION TEMPLATES Stainless steel cutting template for Remov-A-Ball & Fold Down installation 6425 Part No. Description 6467 Remov-A-Ball Installation Template 6425 Fold Down Gooseneck Installation Template for # under-bed gooseneck ACCESSORIES Part No. Description /16 Hitch Ball w/1 Rise for 946x / 947x gooseneck heads Hitch Ball for 946x / 947x gooseneck heads /16 Hitch Ball w/5 Offset for 946x / 947x gooseneck heads /16 Hitch Ball for 946x / 947x gooseneck heads Hole Saw /2 Hole Saw COMPOSITE BED KIT Chevrolet Composite Bed Kit for Fold-Down and Remov-A-Ball Gooseneck 152

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