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Rollochrome's avatar
Rollochrome
Explorer
May 16, 2022

Nose High vs Bed Clearance

Had a Reese Goosebox installed today.

Tell me your opinion here.

Am I too high in the front?

Trailer is 44' long, which makes a difference.

Frame bottom to ground in rear: 22.25"

Frame bottom to ground in front: 26"

Bottom of gooseneck to top of truck bed rail: 9"

Think I am GTG or do I need to drop the Reese down a click?
  • Lwiddis's avatar
    Lwiddis
    Explorer II
    May 16, 2022
    A picture would help us. Ideally you are level to very slightly nose high…very slightly.
  • MFL's avatar
    MFL
    Nomad II
    May 16, 2022
    While you may be good, I'd drop the front a bit more. Nine inches clearance not really needed. Six usually okay, seven is great, most cases.

    Jerry
  • BB_TX's avatar
    BB_TX
    Nomad
    May 16, 2022
    2” drop should give 7” clearance and get you close to level.
  • TXiceman's avatar
    TXiceman
    Explorer II
    May 16, 2022
    Go ahead and drop your nose down. 6 or 7 inches is adequate for bed clearance.

    Ken

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