1111 Gooseneck Hitch

Could not be happier! American made, precision fitment on my 2016 F350. There is a youtube video from B&W that helps with the install - search for "B&W turnover ball 1111". The paper instructions are OK, but the video is well made and a big help. The instructions don't require that you remove the rear wheels, but it helps when it comes time to torque the bolts. I have a set of Husky wheel well liners. If you have these, you'll want to remove them first. In order to re-install them you'll need to shorten the latch pin handle about 3-4 inches. Then, when you reinstall the Husky liners the turnover ball framework is completely hidden. You'll just have to reach behind the driver's side liner to operate the latch pin. I'm happy with this product.

This is a great product. The install was as described in the documentation but it helped to watch the YouTube video a couple of times before tackling the install. If changing the oil or spark plugs is beyond your skills have a Pro do it for you. The only thing I had problems with was getting the bolts torqued down in some places. But I took the truck to my mechanic and asked him to torque down the bolts for me when he changed my tires, which he did. It pays to have an independent mechanic that works on your truck especially if you are doing things like this.

This took some time to install on my 2015 F250 but it was so worth it. I did this solo on my concrete shop pad after watching a few of the E Trailer YouTube videos on how to do it. To install the bed plate alone you can use a sturdy board and a ratchet strap (photo uploaded) to hold it in place while you put the bolts in. I hoped I could install this without cutting the notch into the bed frame but you do have to do it to slide the rails into place. One other thing that will help is if you take your rear tires off and set your truck on jack stands. Doing that will give you plenty of room to work. I didn’t because I was on a time crunch to get this done but I would highly recommend doing this if you’ve got time. Other than that, you need a rubber dead-blow hammer to knock the parts into place, a powerful drill with a 4” hole saw, I recommend using a step bit for the safety chain anchor holes, a file to de-burr the holes and hand tools such as ratchets, wrenches and a pair of large pliers to twist the rails into place. Having the ability to use a gooseneck trailer has been such a game changer! Since my truck isn’t a dually trailers used to make me feel like I was driving a sailboat on the road, but now I can tow way more capacity and it’s such a smoother ride.

This was a bear to install. Watch the video on the B&W site, that's helps a lot. If installing on a new truck, probably would not be too bad, but on a used truck where the bed has been used makes the spacing between the frame and bed floor really tight. Torquing everything was a bit of a challenge as well, but take your time, it's not rocket science just tedious. Overall, B&W makes a quality product that I've used for years on trucks, but this is my 1st install.

Installed following directions took less than an hour. Everything fit perfectly. My trailer sit a little low when going over a small crest or large speed bump. Purchasing the extended height ball to save my tailgate.

Like always fits perfect

Had to assemble, but the price was right would by again. Made really good.

Best price that I found! Tougher to install than I thought it would be but I probably made it harder than it was. Overall great product and very sturdy, planning to use with the B&W companion 5th wheel hitch.

Excellent fit. Self install