Reese Goosebox
The Reese Goosebox?? I've searched the topic but it seems there aren't many out there using it yet, I would like to hear comments from current users as I'm thinking of giving up the B&W companion in f...
Forum Discussion
mdamerell wrote:
I've used the Reese Goosebox since fall of 2012. The only issue I have is I have to put air in the air bag every time I use it. The relieve valves on the air bags sometimes have a slow leak in them. Trailer rides just fine. Got caught on the edge of a tornado last year and it behaved better than some semi's I've driven.
Last time I talked to Lippert they talked about offering it as OEM.
According to Reese since it's an RV and built to some standard (can't remember the numbers) 5th wheel rules apply and chains are not required. Since I have spare hole in my "pin box wings" I was thinking about adding a set just to avoid any discussions with law enforcement.
My Goose Box is mounted in the bottom holes. When it as not, the ends of the "wings" on the pin box mounting brackets would get too close to my bed rails for comfort. In the bottom holes I have plenty of clearance.
OP here, aircraft use a valve cap that have a seal in them I've also seen them for automotive use, one of these would cure your leak. My concern with the goosebox is does it move the pivot point of the trailer, I tow with a short box and although my 5ver cap has cut away corners if the goosebox didn't move the pivot point forward I might not have the 5 inches of clearance the companion gives me. As for getting rid of the companion for a goosebox it would give more bed room in front of the hitch for a slip tank/toolbox, hooking up ball trailers is no problem first time every time with a backup/inbed camera I do it all the time. Sorry I read fill valve and you said relief valve.
