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Custom fit underbed mounting system. Black powder coat finish. For use with Hide a Goose & 9464 & 9474 underbed systems, remove-a-ball gooseneck hitch head and reese fold-down gooseneck system
| BRAND: | DRAW-TITE |
| PART NUMBER: | 4446 |
| WARRANTY: | LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY |
| WEIGHT: | 82.3 LBS |
| GROSS TOWING WEIGHT: | 12,000 LBS. |
| UNIVERSAL OR SPECIFIC FIT: | SPECIFIC |
| DRILLING REQUIRED: | YES |
| PIN WEIGHT CAPACITY: | 3,000 LBS. |
| WELDING REQUIRED: | NO |
| MATERIAL: | STEEL |
| MOUNTING HARDWARE INCLUDED: | YES |
| COLOR: | BLACK |
Draw-Tite has designed custom-fit trailer hitches since 1946 and is one of North America's most widely fitted hitch brands. Receiver hitches use solid all-welded construction and low-profile designs that follow modern vehicle contours, install with minimal bumper cutting or drilling, meet or exceed V5 CSA and SAE J684 standards, and carry a limited lifetime warranty.
Draw-Tite has been leading custom-fit trailer hitch design and engineering since its founding in 1946, and it remains one of the most widely fitted hitch brands in North America. The company's stated approach is straightforward: every hitch is tested rigorously so that it performs well beyond published industry standards, a philosophy it markets as Tested Tough. It sits within the Horizon Global towing group alongside Reese, Fulton, Bulldog, Tekonsha, Bargman and Wesbar.
Custom fit is the defining characteristic. Rather than adapting a universal design, Draw-Tite engineers a trailer hitch for a specific make, model and model year, so it bolts to existing frame locations with minimal bumper cutting or drilling. Low-profile designs follow the rear contours and aerodynamic styling of modern vehicles, which matters more than it once did now that rear fascias are shaped and sensor-equipped. Construction is solid all-welded steel for maximum strength, and every hitch meets or exceeds V5 CSA and SAE J684 standards and is backed by a nationwide limited lifetime warranty.
The range spans receiver sizes and classes to suit different loads, from 1-1/4 inch receivers for bike racks, cargo carriers and light trailers up through 2 inch receivers for heavier towing. Front mount hitches add a receiver at the front of the vehicle for winch mounts, snow plows, spare carriers and precise trailer positioning.
The Hidden Hitch series takes concealment further by mounting behind the vehicle's rear fascia, so the vehicle keeps its factory appearance until a removable receiver is fitted. Each is custom designed per make and model for a no-drill installation that does not compromise ground clearance, rated for up to 3,500 pounds gross trailer weight and 350 pounds tongue weight. Matching plug-and-play wiring completes the towing system.
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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 - 2010 | Dodge Ram 1500 | Gooseneck Trailer Hitch Rail Kit Uses all existing holes. No Drilling required Install Time is 90 minutes |
| 2019 | Ram 1500 | Gooseneck Trailer Hitch Rail Kit Uses all existing holes. No Drilling required Install Time is 90 minutes |
The Draw-tite Gooseneck Rail Kit, Dodge 4446 (Part #DT4446) fits the following vehicles: 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 1500; 2019 Ram 1500. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The Draw-tite Gooseneck Rail Kit, Dodge 4446 (Part #DT4446) fits 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 1500 models. The 2019 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
Yes, the Draw-tite Gooseneck Rail Kit, Dodge 4446 (Part #DT4446) is designed to fit the 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 1500.
The Draw-tite Gooseneck Rail Kit, Dodge 4446 (Part #DT4446) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, the 4446 kit is designed for Dodge Ram 1500 trucks with both short bed (6' 4") and long bed (8'). However, the hole location in the truck bed differs by bed length: 44-1/8 inches from the rear for short bed, and 46-1/8 inches from the rear for long bed. The kit is compatible with either the 9464/9474 Hide-A-Goose hitch or the 6300/8339 gooseneck hitch, but not both simultaneously.
Yes, the 4446 kit is compatible with both the 9464 and 9474 Hide-A-Goose hitch models. The kit includes a custom handle designed specifically for Dodge Ram 1500 applications. You will need to cut 1-1/2" to 2" from the original plastic tube supplied with the 9464 or 9474 hitch and insert it over the end of the new custom handle.
Yes, the 4446 kit is compatible with both the 6300 and 8339 gooseneck hitch models. Installation procedures for these hitches differ from the 9464/9474 Hide-A-Goose, particularly in bed hole drilling and U-bolt installation. Templates are available for each hitch model to assist with accurate hole positioning.
The kit can be installed on dual exhaust trucks, but the exhaust hanger mounted to the top of the rear cross member must be removed before installation. Remove the bolt and slide the hanger out of the rubber isolator to allow the rear cross rail to slide into position.
The 4446F fastener kit includes: (4) hex nuts 5/8-11, (4) carriage bolts 1/2-13 X 1.75, (2) conical toothed washers 5/8", (4) blocks 1/4 X 1.00 X 3.00, (8) hex nuts 1/2-13, (4) lock washers 1/2", (4) conical toothed washers 1/2", (4) shims 1/4 X 1.00 X 2.00, (4) carriage bolts 1/2-13 X 5.50, and (2) lock washers 5/8". For 6300/8339 installations, additional items include (4) shims 1/4 X 1.00 X 2.00, (4) carriage bolts 5/8 X 2.50, (2) U-bolts 5/8" X 5-1/2" length, large flat washers, springs, and 5/8" jam nuts.
Required wrenches: 8mm, 13mm, 3/4", and 15/16". Required drill bits: 1/4", 1/8", and 5/8". Additional tools needed: drill, reciprocating saw (saber saw), and file.
Yes, the plastic inner fender liners on both sides of the truck must be removed to access the frame. After installation, the liners can either be left off or modified and reassembled. Consult with the truck owner about their preference before beginning work.
Remove the clips on the vapor tube and wiring harness attached to the vehicle's rearward cross member. On dual exhaust trucks, remove the exhaust hanger mounted to the top of the cross member by removing the bolt and sliding the hanger out of the rubber isolator. These components must be removed to allow the rearward rail to slide into position between the vehicle bed and frame rails.
Yes, this is critical. All trucks have fuel lines, brake lines, and electrical wiring located along the vehicle frame where the rail kit installs. Carefully examine the location of these systems before installation and be certain not to damage them when positioning hitch components. Be careful when drilling holes, cutting sheet metal, and tightening fasteners to avoid limiting the integrity of these systems.
Mark and drill a 1/4" pilot hole centered between the wheel wells at 44-1/8 inches from the rear of the bed for short bed (6' 4") trucks, or 46-1/8 inches from the rear for long bed (8') trucks. Using a hole saw, enlarge the pilot hole to the final diameter specified in the 9464/9474 Hide-A-Goose instruction sheet.
Yes, a notch must be cut in the bed seam on the passenger's side of the vehicle, between the vehicle frame and the bed. Use a reciprocating saw (saber saw) to cut this notch, which allows the forward and rearward cross members to slide through and position above both frame rails.
For 6300 and 8339 hitches, use the outer edges of the long slots in the rearward cross member as a template to drill 5/8" diameter holes through the truck bed. Not all holes can be drilled from underneath the vehicle; some must be drilled later from inside the bed. A template (part numbers 5978 or 114234 for 6300; 6467 or 6425 for 8339) is provided with the gooseneck hitch to mark the final opening location. Drill 1/4" pilot holes first, then cut out the truck bed opening and file edges as needed.
Yes, if the vehicle is equipped with a bed liner, a section of the bed liner must be cut away so that the gooseneck hitch can contact the bed corrugations. This is necessary for proper hitch mounting and function.
Yes, the plastic inner fender liner can be trimmed to allow access to the custom handle. The kit includes a custom handle that extends beyond the truck shock mount and beyond the plastic inner fender liner. If the truck owner chooses to have the liner trimmed rather than removed, one option is to cut an opening 4-1/2" to 5" wide and cut the opening up to the transition line, about 5" from the bottom edge. Fender liners are removed by taking off 11 screws holding the liner to the wheel well. Consult with the truck owner about their preference before cutting.
Yes, a wood or metal shield must be placed between the frame and the fuel tank or other critical components to prevent damage when the drill breaks through the bed. The fuel tank and/or other vehicle components may be located below some of the holes.
Torque all 5/8-11 GR5 fasteners on the brackets to 150 ft.-lb. (203 N-m), 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners to 75 ft.-lb. (102 N-m), and 5/8-11 GR8 fasteners on the hitch to 212 ft.-lb. (287 N-m). Use the following torque sequence: (a) torque frame brackets to the frame of the vehicle, (b) torque rails to the frame brackets, (c) torque hitch to rails.
For the rearward cross member: torque 5/8-11 GR5 fasteners to 150 ft.-lb. (203 N-m) and 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners to 75 ft.-lb. (102 N-m). For the forward cross member and clamp brackets: torque 5/8-11 GR5 fasteners to 150 ft.-lb. (203 N-m) and 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners to 75 ft.-lb. (102 N-m). For the 5/8 X 2.50" carriage bolts through the hitch: torque nuts to 150 ft.-lb. (203 N-m). For the U-bolt jam nuts: tighten until 3 threads are visible past the bottom of the jam nut.
The 5/8" jam nuts on the U-bolts are tightened until 3 visible full bolt threads are visible past the bottom of the jam nut. This applies to both legs of both U-bolts (4 jam nuts total).
1. Remove plastic inner fender liners. 2. Remove clips on vapor tube and wiring harness from rearward cross member; remove exhaust hanger on dual exhaust trucks. 3. Cut notch in bed seam on passenger's side and slide forward and rearward cross members into position. 4. Mark and drill 1/4" pilot hole in bed (44-1/8" for short bed, 46-1/8" for long bed), then enlarge to final diameter. 5. Place 5/8" carriage bolts from hitch fastener kit into square holes on cross members. 6. Loosely install Hide-A-Goose hitch to cross members. 7-11. Install and loosely position all brackets and fasteners. 12. Align hitch ball sleeve with bed opening, then torque all fasteners in sequence. 13. Re-attach wiring harness and vapor tube. 14-15. Install or trim plastic inner fender liner as desired.
1. Remove plastic inner fender liners. 2. Remove clips on vapor tube and wiring harness from rearward cross member; remove exhaust hanger on dual exhaust trucks. 3. Cut notch in bed seam on passenger's side and slide cross members into position. 4-8. Install and loosely position rearward and forward brackets and clamp brackets. 9. Torque rearward cross member fasteners. 10. Drill 5/8" holes using outer edges of rearward cross member slots as template. 11. Align template with drilled holes and center punch final opening holes. 12-13. Drill 1/4" pilot holes and cut out bed opening; file edges. 14. Install hitch into opening. 15. Drill forward mounting holes and U-bolt holes using installed hitch as guide. 16-19. Install shims, carriage bolts, U-bolts, and torque all fasteners. 20. Re-attach wiring harness, vapor tube, and inner fender liners if desired.
Most fasteners should be loosely installed during the initial positioning steps. For the 9464/9474 Hide-A-Goose installation, all fasteners remain loose until step 12, when the hitch ball sleeve is carefully aligned with the bed opening and all fasteners are torqued in the specified sequence. For the 6300/8339 installation, the rearward cross member fasteners are torqued in step 9, but the forward cross member remains loose until step 19 after all holes are drilled and the hitch is installed.
After all brackets and fasteners are loosely installed, carefully align the hitch ball sleeve with the opening in the truck bed before final torquing. This alignment is critical for proper hitch function and must be completed before torquing all fasteners to their final specifications.
U-block shims (1" X 2") must be placed between the hitch and the bed and between the cross members and the bottom of the bed. These shims are necessary to prevent the bed corrugations from collapsing when the bolts are tightened. Four shims total are used in the installation.
Under no circumstances should the towing vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity be exceeded. This is the primary safety requirement for all installations.
Check for adequate clearance between the gooseneck trailer and the rear of the cab and the rear of the truck box before installing the hitch. This ensures the trailer will not contact the vehicle during towing.
Before every tow, check the ball, hitch coupler, safety chains, and other connections for proper operation. Always ensure the ball is fully locked before towing.
Keep the ball and ball sleeve (for Hide-A-Goose) or ball pocket (for 6300/8339) well lubricated. Periodically re-torque all hitch fasteners. Check the ball, hitch coupler, safety chains, and other connections for proper operation every time you tow.
The 4446 kit includes the mounting rail system, brackets, and fastener kit 4446F. For Hide-A-Goose installations, a custom handle designed for Dodge Ram 1500 applications is included. The kit does not include the gooseneck hitch head itself (9464, 9474, 6300, or 8339); that must be purchased separately.
Yes, the 4446 fits both short bed (6' 4") and long bed (8') Dodge Ram 1500 trucks. Hole locations differ by bed length: 44-1/8" from rear for short bed, 46-1/8" for long bed.
The 4446 is compatible with 9464/9474 Hide-A-Goose hitch heads or 6300/8339 gooseneck hitch heads, but not both simultaneously. Installation procedures differ between these models.
Yes, drilling is required. For Hide-A-Goose: drill a 1/4" pilot hole in the bed at 44-1/8" (short bed) or 46-1/8" (long bed) from rear, then enlarge to final diameter. For 6300/8339: drill 5/8" holes in the bed and U-bolt holes. A notch must also be cut in the bed seam using a reciprocating saw.
Required: wrenches (8mm, 13mm, 3/4", 15/16"), drill with bits (1/4", 1/8", 5/8"), reciprocating saw, and file. Fastener Kit 4446F is required.
Yes, plastic inner fender liners on both sides must be removed for frame access. After installation, they can be left off or modified and reassembled per truck owner preference.
Hide-A-Goose: 5/8-11 GR5 fasteners 150 ft.-lb. (203 N-m), 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners 75 ft.-lb. (102 N-m), 5/8-11 GR8 hitch fasteners 212 ft.-lb. (287 N-m). 6300/8339: 5/8-11 GR5 fasteners 150 ft.-lb., 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners 75 ft.-lb., 5/8 X 2.50" carriage bolts 150 ft.-lb., U-bolt jam nuts tightened until 3 threads visible.
Never exceed the towing vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. Always ensure the ball is fully locked before towing. Check the ball, hitch coupler, safety chains, and connections for proper operation every time you tow.
Keep the ball and ball sleeve/pocket well lubricated. Periodically re-torque all hitch fasteners. Check ball, hitch coupler, safety chains, and connections for proper operation before every tow.
The manual requires that the hitch ball sleeve be carefully aligned with the opening in the truck bed before torquing fasteners. If alignment is not possible, verify that the cross members are positioned correctly above both frame rails and that all brackets are properly seated. Loosen fasteners and reposition as needed before final torquing. Do not force alignment by over-tightening fasteners.
Bed corrugation collapse indicates that shims were not properly installed. The manual requires U-block shims (1" X 2") to be placed between the hitch and the bed and between the cross members and the bottom of the bed before installing the 5/8 X 2.50" carriage bolts. These shims are necessary to prevent bed corrugation collapse. Loosen fasteners, install shims correctly, and re-torque.
The manual requires that the ball be fully locked before towing and kept well lubricated. If the ball does not lock properly, check that the ball sleeve (Hide-A-Goose) or ball pocket (6300/8339) is clean and well lubricated. Verify that all fasteners are torqued to specification and that the hitch is properly installed. If the problem persists, refer to the specific hitch head instruction sheet (9464/9474 or 6300/8339).
The manual notes that fasteners should be periodically re-torqued. If fasteners become loose, re-torque all hitch fasteners to the specified values: 5/8-11 GR5 fasteners to 150 ft.-lb. (203 N-m), 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners to 75 ft.-lb. (102 N-m), and 5/8-11 GR8 fasteners to 212 ft.-lb. (287 N-m) for Hide-A-Goose installations. For 6300/8339 installations, re-torque 5/8-11 GR5 fasteners to 150 ft.-lb. and 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners to 75 ft.-lb.
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