Ford 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Hitch Prep Package Installation Sequence

[@illiaflannery7312]

That was some pretty slick editing. So many of these do it yourself instructional videos drag on because the people that make them feel the need to film everything. It's great to see someone who manages to pack all of the necessary info (and a bit of personal charm) into a nice tight package.

[@donrnels]

This was one of the best how-to videos I have ever seen on KZbin. I want to get that setup on my 17 F-250 but I'm not that good to do it by myself. I'm glad that now I know at least how to do it.

[@thepacketnarc7634]

If anyone has come here to find how to do this on their truck; and they have a spray in bed liner, here's a time saving tip. Get yourself a decent chisel or, a good wide blade flat screwdriver and a tape measure. Look at the install instructions and you'll see the rough dimensions of where the holes "should be" , and you can go ahead and scrape off the bedliner over those areas in a small 2" circle. You'll be able to easily find the factory dimples in the Aluminum bed. Now you can drill and you'll have a clean install. Also, another tip. I was able to do mine without removing the bed, but unhooking everything, and using a jack and some 4x4 sections to lift the bed. I wedged some 4x4 chunks between the frame so give me space to slide in the mounting frame. Wasn't fun, but saved me the cost of having it installed. Been working great for 35k miles pulling a 38' Sportsman 5th wheel.

[@tutekohe1361]

Perfect instructional video! I would have applied some touch-up paint around the edges of the holes you holesawed - to prevent rust starting. I enjoy your videos, always comprehensive and detailed, top marks!

[@EasyLiving8]

Sir You made that look like a breeze, GREAT JOB Sir, many thanks for sharing and have a super GREAT week!

[@powderriver2424]

It’s great to see manufacturers integrating towing hitches into the trucks, and as it appears the kit contained many details such as fasteners with loc tight already applied. I seriously considering an F 250 purchase myself I’ve been impressed by many of Fords features over the other big three and I like the 6.2 gas engine as well.

[@Superduty4me]

Great job‼️ Can't believe that truck didn't sell. Looks like a nice ride. Glad you got the best deal!!

[@TawDrago]

This was interesting. I always wondered how those went together.

[@KG-yn9qi]

Nice! think if was me when had bed off…. I would have sprayed a under coating of some kind on everything if lived in area like you do! So as to help preserve body and parts of the truck! As well as put drain holes in the holding areas that hold moisture and debris even if just use liquid weather stripping chalking to fill in pockets gaps and voids!

[@KG-yn9qi]

@@squatch253 cool just too much money to see it rust away! So did you fix the pony motor leak?

[@darrylm3627]

Good Stuff, Great Tips 😃👍🏿2016 F250 XLT 6.2 Flex 4D 4W 6.5Bed, The bed removal was awesome thanks!

[@jimforgrave6365]

Great video. Nice camera work, great editing, & no Blabbering.

[@kv7927]

Great explanation on how to do this! Do you know when Ford started putting the guide dimples on the beds? I want to do this job to my 2011 F250, but it has rhino liner so I can't tell. If mine doesn't have the dimples, any idea how difficult getting the measurements just right would be? Thank you!

[@dilligafmofoker]

Very well put together video. ??: why didn’t you install the electrical connection while you were at it? If needed, that would be a perfect time to add air bags.

[@Mjc103]

Just found your channel. As an avid KZbin viewer I appreciate your camera work and editing. I’m a new subscriber!

[@Theplumber711]

One of the best how to videos ever.

[@bobdhitman]

The reason the box bolts are a one time use only is because when they torque to the appropriate level it stretches them

[@mwilliamshs]

What about the trailer light/brake connector? Would make sense to install it while the bed was off

[@lewiemcneely9143]

Glad you got a new rig! Nice Ride! We just keep our old ones chugging along. Looks like there may be a good thing for working for a dealer all these years after all! AND the Farmall came to the rescue one more time! Maple leaves on the ground here too. 35 to 40 tonight. You probably have snow already! I got a pal with a machine shop to put a Reese hitch on my old Ford. Wish I still had it. 330-6, 4-speed, short bed, limited slip 4x4. Beat to death but ran fine. Now I got an 89 Taco with a 4.3 4x4 but it's paid for. What else can I say.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

Freezer fillers. One of my last jobs last fall the boss cooked up a mess of fresh tenderloin biscuits for breakfast. I had 3 and wanted 3 more but I'd been snoring on the dozer. I only hunt with a knife and fork and never miss! Take care, Pal!

[@Brett235]

Beautiful truck and very informative video. Thank you for sharing.

[@Logos_Life33]

Yackity Yack. Don’t talk back, is that how the song goes. LOL

[@Logos_Life33]

What a great demo. Much easier to see what goes where when he removed the bed. He made it look easy taking it off.

[@APCsmokey]

Great job! I am buying a 2012 Lariat with this already installed. I use a Cab Over camper and may need to use a bigger rubber mat. Now I know what this feature looks like in the bed. Thanks.

[@jerrypolete5258]

What was the part number of the prep kit? Also how long did it take to get it installed?

[@matthewprestine1974]

This is still a steel box? Not worried about the holes rusting around the hole saw cut edge?

[@pwb0511]

Very good video. You just showed me that I,ll have to pay somebody to do mine. This is above my level of expertise.

[@johnwythe1409]

Another great how to install DIY video! Which is better a puck type prep kit, or rails? I like the puck setup better than rails, just by the looks. Actually I guess I am referring to the below bed rails vs the above bed rails.

[@Buck1954]

I really like that system and new Reese Goosebox for 5th wheel travel trailers. No more picking up heavy 5th wheel units to use the bed.

[@Gator-12]

I would like to find a deal like that. Nice truck! These factory hitch setup packages are really nice!

[@d.pollard5962]

Vicki Poe I am with you, I'd buy a new truck that way also.

[@cparis6911]

Good video... make sure to prime/paint your hole saw cut.

[@S_F_U_L]

Hey Squatch, just wondering about rust on the sawn hole edges in the tray. Would it be worth sealing them with paint for protection or will the rubber seals keep them clean and dry?

[@bjones211]

Awesome video, you convinced me to do this myself on my new 2019 F250 Limited. I bought the new special socket for the bed bolts but my tool kit doesn't have a torx bit big enough for the M16X45 Torx bolts. It isn't a T45 as I have that and it's way too small. Any idea what size torx bit I need for the bracket?

[@bjones211]

Thanks @@squatch253 . Now if I can just find a place that sells individual torx sockets! Cheers.

[@jayreincke6741]

Is there a light pug in the bed area or do you just run a long pig tail from the bumper?

[@kenlawson5017]

Great demonstration video. I like the way Ford made that optional kit available for those who want to install this at a later date. My truck is an "07 Chevy dually and I don't think an option like this was available. I also like the bed lift idea. I installed my FW brackets and rails in the conventional fashion, which is much more difficult and time consuming. For the longest time I've wanted to return to my standard bed when not towing but just didn't want to go through the hassle of unbolting my rails. Perhaps I'll find a gooseneck/fifth wheel combo setup somewhere that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. For now I guess I'll just have to contend with rails in my bed all the time. Again, great job on the video.

[@bradzimmerman3171]

Ken who drives a GM built truck nobody seriously for sure

[@markhigginbotham6708]

B&W Champion 20K with wheel and gooseneck ball, both removable

[@mikeboldt2647]

So you have the let number for the hardware kit by chance?

[@rogerdeeter4364]

Love your Super M Farmall !

[@jerrypolete5258]

That box comes off so east that’s insane. I will be doing mine soon on my 2019 F250 lariat

[@John5ive]

he did an awesome job explaining this job. I have a sprayed in bed liner so dreading figuring out how to get that stuff off the bolts and finding the factory marks in the bed. hoping i can find them from underneath

[@jerrypolete5258]

John Judge the marks are easy to find. I found them in two seconds. They’re small little dimples like he explains and there is four of them. As soon as I purchase my kit I will be installing it.

[@johncarter9877]

Jerry, I have a 2019 F250 King Ranch - have you been able to find the fifth wheel and goose neck under bed kit like the one in this video? Any help would be great and also a part number. I found the kit on etrailer but it does not have the inner bracket just the outer and my truck did not have the inner's welded on. Have you checked your frame for the inner's?

[@jerrypolete5258]

John Carter I have not checked my truck frame yet but I was able to find the kit locally I just haven’t purchased it yet. I will look into it further and post what I find out.

[@jerrypolete5258]

John Carter what do you mean by the inner bracket?

[@danos9622]

What’s the part # for the one u installed for 2016?

[@douglasschuler9604]

I have the frame crossmember in my 2015 truck but not the holes or trim rings and covers. Does Ford or someplace else sell the trim rings and puck covers? I don't want to drill holes until I get all the rings and covers,Thanks!

[@A.GH7]

It is best that the box be dyed with plastic material to maintain the pigment, On the whole your work is very cool and neat

[@hphillips7425]

Good video and to the point. I wish more video's were like that.

[@armedmariner]

Good job. Nice truck. Thanks for sharing.

[@sleeper5815]

do you have the part number for the kit.. I have a 2015 Super Duty. someone drilled holes but it was not a Ford Puck system not sure what system they installed so may need to re-drill holes (I hope not) if you could also give me the spacing between the holes and distance from the front bed wall to the fist hole that would help.... If not no problem i understand....

[@jerrypolete5258]

Is this pretty much the same instructions for installation on a 2019?

[@intrepjc]

Fuking awesome and DETAIL video man !!!!

[@dearanel936]

God I love it when a good plan comes

[@FocusedontheRoad]

nice work on the video.. short and to the point. good job!

[@FloridaNative83]

So some clown that owned my truck before me cut the ball and neck off of the hitch and I’m not sure how to get it out and don’t want to pull the bed off. Any ideas?

[@tylerharper5506]

I need help!!! My buddy gave me the side brackets and crossmember, but I don’t have any of the bolts. Ford dealership says they can not sell just the bolts, as i will have to buy the entire package. What do you think I should do?!?

[@UnitCrane514]

Ziebart is worth its weight in gold on new vehicles. I have lost 2 vehicles to rust, never again.

[@knightwing4]

This is a damn good video. I didn’t know it was that easy to take the bed off.

[@jerrypolete5258]

Do you have the part number by chance?

[@tharper1445]

I have a 2016 f250. My buddy gave me the puck system and brackets, just not the nuts and bolts. Do you think grade 8 bolts would work?

[@ImpHalla66]

So, have you put a CAT in the F-350 yet? LOL Always enjoying watching your videos. I've been keeping up with your tractor videos, and now I'm viewing your older stuff.

[@ThomasJurk-tm3gr]

Does this kit come with a wiring kit for the inside of the bed? When I called the dealership today he said it looks like it does but didn’t give a 100% answer. Was wondering if you knew about this? Thank you in advance

[@cub8314]

I want to install this on my 17 250 4x4 shortbed cc power stroke. you think install will be the same straight forward

[@thefloormat]

hey man, great video showing the install. I am looking to put the frame in my 2015. I managed to find a used frame for a good price, but it doesn't come with the hardware and was wondering if you by chance knew what size bolts came in this kit to put it all together and mount it to the frame?

[@larryprice6321]

Excellent work , and easy instruction

[@ryanbaalmann7919]

How do you remove and install the ball? I got a new truck and I can't quiet get it to work. I just pull the center black plastic piece up? Correct?

[@ryanbaalmann7919]

@@squatch253 thank you. I think the previous owner must have had a trailer on the ball for 80,000 miles. Im coming to the conclusion the the black plastic has fused with the metal ball.

[@weird1600]

Nice clean job though I might have thought about a little paint on the newly cut surfaces.

[@weird1600]

@@squatch253 I will look again I was surprised not to have seen it you do tend to pay attention to all the details part of why I enjoy your work so much Thank you for the reply!

[@TheSn1per]

Great video.. Curious Part number for the kit? (I have the same Superduty) and $$ do you pay. I realize its been some time just looking for an aprox.

[@OfficialOmniTime]

Squatch253 if you don't mind me asking, where did you buy this 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Hitch Package. Where it has both the 5th Wheel, and the Gooseneck in the same "package". Please and thank you!

[@motorcyclematthew5741]

Squatch, I'm sure it's been asked before...whats that part number to the kit? Same size bed here. 2014 6.7 but shouldnt make a difference. Good find on that truck though!

[@seniorelectrician6831]

Seems like most manufactures have their stuff prewired predrilled premarked, etc

[@jesseramirez3847]

Where did you purchase the Kit? Ive got a 2020 F350 and would like to do the same.

[@aperezp6528]

Very good video!!

[@edwardcarberry1095]

Electrical know outs work much better for cutting sheet (

[@530powerstroke]

Are you in Canada?

[@djosbun]

Excellent video! Very well made and great detail.

[@patrafferty3512]

Excellent video----thanks for posting

[@Magillasgarage]

Can you please list the exact part number for this hitch?. I have a 2014 and would like to do the same thing to mine before having the bed lined

[@timmytool1231]

The etrailer hitch is a good option for those who can't lift the bed off.

[@eulisespineda5098]

Great job! Also very informative, Thank you.

[@zacharybrown2289]

hey did you ever add the ford trailer plug in the bed of your truck

[@markdemarco4081]

You don't mention how tight to tighten the bolts, what was the ft. lbs ?

[@victorlester3925]

Squatch123 Just wondering how you marked the holes in the bed before cutting...meaning so the holes would match the metal mount , holes lined up , looked centered etc? This video answered alot of my questions so i can install mine lol Thank for any help.

[@johnwythe1409]

Since this is a ford accessory I believe he mentioned the box was already pre-dimpled for the holes.

[@OttoMatieque]

does the install kit come with the tracker and straps?

[@koolpack]

Paul from the Netherlands. Good video. Thank you.

[@campingalan]

Very informative! Thank you for showing this!

[@ChrisPasteur]

Will the rubber gaskets/collars still fit with a spray-in bed liner?

[@tracyd.6267]

Hi there, partially related to your video, can you tell me the brand of your bed cover? Thx. Tracy

[@onemeangreen]

Great video, well explained and thought out. And thank you for the editing! Hope my 17 goes this well. I left Ford 19 years ago but seem to still have my Ford Knowledge:) Yes I too would like to see more of the Farmall with loader!

[@DKRacing77]

Brian -fixing to tackle my 2017 also. Interested to know how yours went.

[@onemeangreen]

Haven't even tried yet. I still use my 2000 for that. Wont even try to explain how bad a year we are having. Good Luck with yours.

[@rodneyfredrick]

Do you have a part number? I have a 2013 F250 srw I need to do the same thing but I am having all kinds of trouble finding this puck system. And what was the price?

[@kevinohlfs2836]

Squatch, great video! You seem to be a great mechanic, and you describe and explain things wonderfully. I just bought the 2018 350 Superduty. It did not come from factory with the puck system, so I went to Ford Parts.com and ordered the kit. Here’s my question. The 4 ¼” and 3” holes that are drilled in be bed of the truck seem a bit large. These holes seem to give about ½” gap or a bit more. I understand that the finishing rings will cover the holes, but only by about 3/8”. Does there really need to be that much clearance, or would a 3 ½” and 2 ½” holes be sufficient? These holes would still provide ¼” clearance all the way around the whole. Just seems that removing the least amount of material is best, and not taking any chances that the cutout will sneak beyond the finishing ring. Any and all positive, helpful comments welcome, and thank you again for your videos. BTW, the instructions in my kit do also call for the 4 1/4" and the 3" holes.

[@kevinohlfs2836]

Hey Squatch, thanks for the input. Interestingly enough, I had just finished my project when I saw that you posted. I did end up going with the recommended hole size, and I'm glad I did. The extra wiggle room when lowering the bed, even with the factory guide pins, was good to have. And ther really isn't excessive clearance and the rings cover nicely. It's very interesting that you said you do them at the dealership. Our dealership in Rapid City wouldn't touch it, said it was a liability issue. Anyway, thanks again, and by the way, the Moline is looking great!

[@bobbysmoke6.4dzl94]

Awesome video brother! Nice and clean 👍🏻

[@alistairpowers8129]

Good Job, however like mentioned below touch-up paint on the cut edges would have been nice to finish it off.

[@humancattoy7767]

Cool system.

[@richardschank5639]

I'm thinking of getting a 2018 F350 soon. What are the chances of having you do this for me? I'm not very handy, nor do I have the equipment to do it. Where are you located?

[@mog5858]

nice work. but check your safety chain hooks them factory are hard to find a hook the will fully hook on them . keep up the good work.

[@russagarrett]

Great video ! I put a B&W companion 5th wheel hitch in a 2019 Platinum 2 months ago and it was a mistake.I used the puck system and I cannot put a truck box in. The hitch goes right up to the box. I used a 2002 Chevy HD 2500 with a B&W gooseneck and a Companion 5th wheel hitch and no problem with the truck box. Any ideas let me know please.

[@richmcgarvey4118]

There is only one reason a truck box won't fit. Has nothing to do with the make of the truck. Your Chevy must have had an 8 foot box and your ford has a 6 foot box. A truck box will only fit in a 8 foot box with the hitch. For your 6 foot box it uses a different companion hitch as well. Much larger as it is a slider and the 8 foot box uses a solid mount 5th wheel.

[@aarongrant7402]

Can you do a video of the fifth wheel / gooseneck trailer wiring plug install inside the bed of the truck instead of just running your trailer wiring down to the bumper plug?

[@9carcottrell246]

I enjoyed watching your video. Ur smart to be able to do this urself

[@fireballdigger7298]

I’ve owned fords my whole life love their truck drive a ranger 69 model for 25 yrs wish I had kept it

[@irajackson6423]

That was clean

[@tonymackey370]

Nice Truck

[@beardetla]

Do have the part number handy? I have an 08 f250 and would like to get it for my truck. Thanks new sub

[@kennyadkins744]

Do you still have the part number for this prep package?

[@JeffKreska]

Do you have a part number for the kit you installed?

[@Mjb317]

That thing is beefy and I’d imagine it would add some rigidity to the rear of the frame

[@how-to-stew3829]

you don't happen to have that part number do you? I'm supposed to have my 2018 F250 delivered tomorrow and the dealer is telling me that the trim/plugs aren't included in the kit...???

[@how-to-stew3829]

Thanks for the quick reply! My truck did show up with the trim rings and plugs still in the bag in the back seat of the truck! thank you for checking into that for me! keep up the videos!

[@Ram-re5em]

As long as the box is removed have it sprayed with bed liner inside and the bottom outside.

[@regsparkes6507]

I'm thinking that this is the correct way to do things. Especially by using O.E.M. parts and accessories, they're guaranteed to fit, and I presume are also covered by Ford's warranty too, in this case? I was trying to see what size of engine is in that truck; I imagine it's an optional ( larger ) then stock by looks of the exhaust pipe? I like the looks of 'plain' model trucks, it lend's itself to be easily 'customized' at will.

[@regsparkes6507]

Yeah, I kinda thought it was a tad larger gas. engine than stock. that 6.2 can haul for sure. Those were my thoughts too on the diesel option, especially if you're not doing an awful lot of towing and driving, like you mentioned.

[@regsparkes6507]

Ahh, the price advantage is always nice to have . But the way they all fit is a great big plus to; you're correct!

[@lukestrasser]

@@squatch253 I couldn't agree more on all the new Diesel trucks from any brand, they're great when the factory is on the hook to fix them but loosing the high pressure pump on a Ford 6.7 will just about bankrupt a guy! The cost to purchase, maintain and repair a modern diesel in a light duty truck makes the diesel a loosing proposition for me. Keep up the good work!

[@tommycomfort]

Very informative video. Thank you!