{"product_id":"camco-eaz-lift-48490-gooseneck-adapter-17-in","title":"Camco Eaz-Lift 48490 Fifth-Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter, 17 Inch","description":"\u003cp class=\"nvn-hero\"\u003eThe Camco Eaz-Lift 48490 lets you tow your fifth-wheel trailer off a gooseneck ball instead of an in-bed fifth-wheel hitch. It bolts to your existing kingpin box, stands 17 inches tall, and carries up to 30,000 pounds. Every adapter ships with the full hardware kit, so you've got what you need to make the swap in your own driveway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've got a fifth-wheel trailer but you'd rather pull it off a gooseneck ball in the bed of your truck, this is the part that gets you there. The Camco Eaz-Lift 48490 is a gooseneck adapter that bolts onto the kingpin box of most standard fifth-wheel trailers and converts the whole thing to a gooseneck coupler. Same trailer, different hookup. You keep the trailer you already own and gain the clean, open truck bed that a gooseneck setup gives you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy make the switch? A lot of folks who tow a fifth-wheel for a living, or who run a flatbed or utility truck, already have a gooseneck ball mounted and don't want to give up the bed to a big fifth-wheel hitch. Others just like being able to drop a gooseneck ball flush and haul cargo when the trailer's parked. And if you move between trucks, a gooseneck ball is a lot easier to live with than a rail-mounted fifth-wheel hitch. This adapter splits the difference. It hangs your fifth-wheel off a standard 2-5\/16 inch gooseneck ball, so you tow with the hitch you've already got.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 48490 stands 17 inches tall, which is the measurement from the top of the gooseneck ball up to the fifth-wheel kingpin. That height matters. It sets how level your trailer rides behind the truck, and it needs to match up with your truck's bed rail height and the trailer's original ride height. Camco builds this one in a 17-inch height for that reason, and there are shorter versions in the Eaz-Lift line if your setup needs less rise. Measure before you buy. Getting the height right is what keeps the trailer riding flat instead of nose-up or nose-down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn capacity, this thing is rated to 30,000 pounds gross trailer weight, so it's got plenty of headroom for just about any fifth-wheel RV or a good-sized flatbed load. It weighs about 56 pounds itself, all steel, so it's a two-hand lift but nothing crazy. The coupler is an automatic latching design. You back the truck under, the ball seats, and the coupler latches on its own. Pull the release to disconnect. It's the same motion you'd use on any gooseneck trailer, which is the whole point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstallation is a bolt-on job. Every 48490 ships with the full hardware kit, so you're not chasing down grade-8 bolts at the hardware store. The adapter mounts to the existing kingpin box on your fifth-wheel, using the holes that are already there on most standard trailers. If you're handy with a wrench and a torque spec sheet, this is a driveway project. If you're not sure your kingpin box matches up, it's worth a quick look underneath before you order, because most standard fifth-wheel trailers covers a lot of them but not every single one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne honest word on this. Converting a fifth-wheel to a gooseneck changes how the trailer pivots and where the stress lands on the frame, and heavier rigs on long runs put real load on that connection point. Torque the hardware to spec, check it after your first few trips, and give the coupler and safety chains a look before every haul. Done right, a gooseneck conversion tows clean and frees up your bed. Done in a hurry, it's a connection you don't want to get wrong. Take your time on the install and you'll be fine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottom line, the Camco Eaz-Lift 48490 is a straightforward way to run your fifth-wheel off a gooseneck ball without buying a new trailer or a bed-mounted hitch. Steel build, 30,000-pound rating, 17-inch height, and all the hardware in the box. If that matches your truck and trailer, it's an easy call.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"nvn-features\"\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConverts most standard fifth-wheel trailers to a gooseneck coupler using the existing kingpin box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e17-inch height (ball to kingpin) sets proper trailer ride height when matched to your truck and trailer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e30,000 lb gross trailer weight rating handles full-size fifth-wheel RVs and flatbed loads\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAccepts a standard 2-5\/16 inch gooseneck ball, so you tow with the hitch already in your bed\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAutomatic latching coupler seats and locks on its own when you back under the ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAll-steel construction with a black finish for strength and weather resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eComplete installation hardware kit included in every adapter, no extra parts to source\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBolt-on mounting to the factory kingpin box on most standard fifth-wheel trailers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAbout 56 lb adapter weight, a manageable two-hand install for a driveway project\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-trust\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from NVN Marine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorized Camco reseller, full manufacturer warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNMEA member and ABYC certified, advice from real boat techs\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSame-day shipping before 3 PM ET on in-stock items\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNY headquarters and Fort Lauderdale flagship retail store\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"nvn-faq\"\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat does the Camco Eaz-Lift 48490 do?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt converts most standard fifth-wheel trailers to a gooseneck hookup. The adapter bolts onto your trailer's existing kingpin box and gives you an automatic latching coupler that drops onto a standard 2-5\/16 inch gooseneck ball. Same trailer, gooseneck connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eIs it safe to convert a fifth wheel to a gooseneck?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes, when it's installed and maintained right. The 48490 is rated to 30,000 pounds gross trailer weight, which covers most fifth-wheel rigs. Torque the hardware to spec, recheck it after your first few trips, and inspect the coupler before every haul. A gooseneck conversion changes how the trailer pivots, so a careful install matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow does the adapter install?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt's a bolt-on job. The adapter mounts to the existing kingpin box on your fifth-wheel using the hardware kit that ships in the box. Most standard fifth-wheel trailers use holes that already line up, so if you're comfortable with a wrench and a torque spec, you can do it in your driveway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhat size gooseneck ball do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eA standard 2-5\/16 inch gooseneck ball. The coupler on the 48490 is built for that size, which is the common gooseneck ball you'll already have in your truck bed if you tow gooseneck trailers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eHow much weight can it tow?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 48490 is rated to 30,000 pounds gross trailer weight. That's plenty for full-size fifth-wheel RVs and most flatbed loads. Always stay under the lowest rating in your setup, whether that's the truck, the ball, or the trailer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWhy is it 17 inches tall?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eThe 17-inch height is measured from the gooseneck ball up to the kingpin, and it sets how level your trailer rides. You want the trailer sitting flat, not nose-up or nose-down. The Eaz-Lift line comes in more than one height, so measure your truck's bed rail height and your trailer's ride height before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDoes it come with the hardware to install it?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eYes. Every 48490 ships with the complete hardware kit needed to mount it to a standard kingpin box. You shouldn't need to source extra bolts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eWill it fit my fifth-wheel trailer?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eIt fits most standard fifth-wheel trailers, which use a common kingpin box design. Before you order, take a look under your trailer at the kingpin box and confirm the mounting matches. Most standard covers the majority, but not every trailer is built the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/details\u003e\n  \u003cdetails\u003e\n    \u003csummary\u003eDo I need a CDL to tow a gooseneck?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n    \u003cp\u003eCDL requirements depend on your state and the combined weight rating of your truck and trailer, not on whether you use a gooseneck or a fifth-wheel hitch. Switching to this adapter doesn't change your license requirements. 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