Reese goose box
Good morning hope all is well. I recently just came across this newish? product from reese, and I must say it has me very intrigued especially since it seems its one of the first products endorsed...
Forum Discussion
Second Chance wrote:
The only reason that the GooseBox is approved by Lippert and doesn't void Lippert frame warranties is that Lippert and Reese are in bed together ($$). I'm still not fond of it from an engineering point of view (read up on levers and torsion). The product has been around a while, though, and I have not read of any failures on any of the four forums I frequent - but that's just anecdotal evidence.
Rob
Well in bed or not, the fact that your frame warranty isn't void while using this system is all that really matters. I will fully agree that previous fifth wheel to gooseneck adapters screamed leverage on the pin box super structure. About the only downside I see if it is even one is the smaller contact surface as compared to a fifth wheel plate. But in reality this is true with all gooseneck applications and a ball connection characteristically has a much higher rating. I think I may throw up the b&w for sale and test the waters. Again I absolutely LOVE this hitch but this goose box seems like an excellent setup
