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Draw-Tite has designed a Gooseneck Hitch System to meet your gooseneck towing needs. The secret of the system is in the rail kit. We've designed rail kits to fit your specific truck that can attach to your choice of the Hide-A-Goose, Fold-Down or Remov-A-Ball heads. Easy install, reliable service.
| BRAND: | DRAW-TITE |
| PART NUMBER: | 9487-46 |
| WARRANTY: | LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY |
| WEIGHT: | 133.05 LBS |
| CAPACITY: | 30,000 LBS. |
| GROSS TOWING WEIGHT: | 30,000 LBS. |
| UNIVERSAL OR SPECIFIC FIT: | SPECIFIC |
| PIN WEIGHT CAPACITY: | 7,500 LBS. |
| WELDING REQUIRED: | NO |
| DRILLING REQUIRED: | YES |
| MOUNTING HARDWARE INCLUDED: | YES |
| COLOR: | BLACK |
| MATERIAL: | STEEL |

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 Kit Uses all existing holes. No Drilling required Install Time is 90 minutes |
| 2019 | Ram 1500 | Gooseneck Trailer Hitch Kit Uses all existing holes. No Drilling required Install Time is 90 minutes Except with Air Suspension |
Yes, the Draw-Tite Hide-A-Goose Gooseneck Complete Kit, 30,000 lbs. Capacity, Dodge RAM (Part #DT9487-46) is designed to fit the 2009-2010 Dodge Ram 1500.
The Draw-Tite Hide-A-Goose Gooseneck Complete Kit, 30,000 lbs. Capacity, Dodge RAM (Part #DT9487-46) 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 Hide-A-Goose Gooseneck Complete Kit, 30,000 lbs. Capacity, Dodge RAM (Part #DT9487-46) 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.
The Draw-Tite Hide-A-Goose Gooseneck Complete Kit, 30,000 lbs. Capacity, Dodge RAM (Part #DT9487-46) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes. The 4446 mounting kit is designed for Dodge Ram 1500 trucks with both short beds (6 feet) and long beds (8 feet). However, the location of the pilot hole drilled in the truck bed differs between bed lengths: 44-1/8 inches from the rear for short beds, and 46-1/8 inches from the rear for long beds (when installing a 9464/9474 Hide-A-Goose hitch).
The 4446 mounting kit is compatible with two types of hitch heads: the 9464/9474 Hide-A-Goose hitch, or the 6300/8339 gooseneck hitch. The installation procedure differs depending on which head is used. The manual provides separate installation instructions for each type.
Yes, but a modification is required. On dual exhaust trucks, the exhaust hanger mounted to the top of the cross member interferes with the rear cross rail and must be removed. Remove the bolt and slide the hanger out of the rubber isolator before positioning the cross members.
Yes. The plastic inner fender liners on both sides of the truck must be removed to gain access to the frame. After installation, the liners can either be left off or modified and reassembled. Consult with the truck owner to determine their preference before beginning installation.
Remove the plastic inner fender liners on both sides of the truck. From underneath the vehicle, 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 removals allow the rearward rail to slide into position between the vehicle bed and frame rails.
Before installation, carefully examine the location of fuel lines, brake lines and electrical wires along the vehicle frame where the rail kit will install. Ensure you do not damage these systems when positioning hitch components, drilling holes, cutting sheet metal or tightening fasteners. Check for adequate clearance between the gooseneck trailer and the rear of the cab and the rear of the truck box. Determine that the ball position and under-vehicle supports do not interfere with any vehicle cross members, brake lines, electrical wiring, cables, fuel lines or vents.
For Hide-A-Goose installations: wrenches (8mm, 13mm, 3/4", 15/16"), drill bits (1/4"), drill, reciprocating saw, and file. For 6300/8339 installations: wrenches (8mm, 13mm, 3/4", 15/16"), drill bits (1/8", 5/8"), drill, reciprocating saw, and file. A hole saw is also required for Hide-A-Goose installations to enlarge the pilot hole to final diameter.
The 4446 kit includes fastener kit 4446F. The kit contains: 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").
Yes. For Hide-A-Goose installations, a 1/4" pilot hole must be drilled in the truck bed, then enlarged to the final diameter using a hole saw (refer to the 9464/9474 instruction sheet for the final hole size). For 6300/8339 installations, 5/8" diameter holes must be drilled through the truck bed at multiple locations, and 1/4" pilot holes must be drilled before cutting the bed opening with a saber saw. A notch must also be cut in the bed seam on the passenger side using a saber saw to allow the cross members to slide into position.
The pilot hole location depends on bed length. For short beds (6 feet), mark and drill the 1/4" pilot hole 44-1/8 inches from the rear of the bed. For long beds (8 feet), mark and drill the 1/4" pilot hole 46-1/8 inches from the rear of the bed. The hole must be centered between the wheel wells. After drilling the pilot hole, enlarge it to the final diameter using a hole saw (refer to the 9464/9474 Hide-A-Goose instruction sheet for the final hole size).
For 6300/8339 installations, the truck bed must be cut to create an opening for the hitch. First, 5/8" diameter holes are drilled through the bed using the outer edges of the long slots in the rearward cross member as a template. A template provided with the gooseneck hitch is then aligned with these holes, and the opening is cut using a saber saw. The edges must be filed as needed. If the vehicle is equipped with a bed liner, a section of the bed liner must be cut away so the gooseneck hitch can contact the bed corrugations. Additionally, four 5/8" holes must be drilled in lower bed corrugations for the U-Bolts.
Yes. A notch must be cut in the bed seam on the passenger side of the vehicle, between the vehicle frame and the bed, using a saber saw. This notch allows the forward and rearward cross members to slide through and position above both frame rails. The exact size and shape of the notch is shown in Figure 2 of the manual.
Yes. If the truck owner prefers, the plastic inner fender liner can be trimmed instead of left off. The manual provides one trimming option: the fender liner is removed by taking off 11 screws holding it to the wheel well, then a cut opening 4-1/2" to 5" wide is made, and another cut opening is made up to the transition line, about 5" from the bottom edge. The exact trimming approach should be discussed with the truck owner before cutting.
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.
For Hide-A-Goose installations: torque 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). For 6300/8339 installations: torque 5/8-11 GR5 fasteners that attach the rearward cross member to the brackets to 150 ft.-lb. (203 N-m), 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners that attach the rearward bracket to the frame to 75 ft.-lb. (102 N-m), 5/8 X 2.50 GR5 carriage bolts to 150 ft.-lb. (203 N-m), and 5/8-11 GR5 fasteners that attach the threaded studs on the forward rail to the frame brackets to 150 ft.-lb. (203 N-m). Torque 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners that attach the clamp brackets and frame brackets to the vehicle frame to 75 ft.-lb. (102 N-m).
After carefully aligning the hitch ball sleeve with the opening in the truck bed, follow this torque sequence: (a) torque frame brackets to the frame of the vehicle, (b) torque rails to the frame brackets, (c) torque hitch to rails. All fasteners must be torqued according to their grade and size specifications.
The 5/8" jam nuts on the U-Bolts are tightened until 3 threads are visible past the bottom of the jam nut. This applies to all four legs of the U-Bolts (two U-Bolts total, with two legs each).
For Hide-A-Goose installations, all fasteners are initially installed loosely: the 5/8 hex nuts and conical toothed washers attaching the brackets to the rail, the 1/2 hex nuts and lock washers on the carriage bolts through the frame, and the 1/2-13 X 5.50 carriage bolts on the clamp brackets. They are all tightened together in the final torque sequence after the hitch ball sleeve is carefully aligned with the opening in the truck bed. For 6300/8339 installations, the forward cross member is left loose until Step 18, while other fasteners are torqued in earlier steps.
The 5/8" GR8 carriage bolts from the Hide-A-Goose hitch fastener kit must be placed into the square holes on the cross members from the top pointing towards the ground.
The ball of the hitch should be closer to the forward rail than the rear rail.
The 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.
Install the U-Bolts from the inside of the bed. From under the truck, install the conical toothed washers, U-Bolt springs, and 5/8" lock nuts. Before tightening the lock nuts, lift the U-Bolts up and down to assure smooth operation. If the U-Bolts do not move smoothly, enlarge the holes as necessary. Tighten the nuts so a minimum of 3 threads are showing past the nuts.
The 4446 rail kit is supplied with a custom handle designed to extend beyond the truck shock mount and beyond the plastic inner fender liner. This custom handle is for Dodge 1500 applications only. The original handle supplied with the 9464 or 9474 hitch should be returned to the vehicle owner or kept as a spare. The original plastic tube for the handle (supplied with the 9464 or 9474 hitch) should be cut 1-1/2" to 2" long and inserted over the end of the new custom handle.
Position the rearward mounting kit brackets by aligning the slot in the brackets with the threaded studs on the ends of the rearward rail and the slots on the top and bottom of the vehicle frame rail.
"Fish wire" refers to the process of threading the 1/2-13 X 1.75 carriage bolts and 1/4 X 1.00 X 3.00 blocks through the holes in the frame and through the holes in the brackets. This is done to attach the rearward mounting kit brackets to the vehicle frame.
The manual does not specify a maximum towing capacity for the 4446 kit itself. However, the manual states: "Under no circumstances do we recommend exceeding the towing vehicle manufacturers recommended vehicle towing capacity." You must not exceed the lower of either the towing vehicle manufacturer's rating or the hitch head manufacturer's rating.
Observe safety precautions when working beneath a vehicle and wear eye protection. Do not cut access or attachment holes with a torch. Be careful when drilling holes, cutting sheet metal and tightening fasteners to not damage fuel lines, brake lines, electrical wiring, cables, fuel lines or vents located along the vehicle frame.
After installation is complete, re-attach the wiring harness and vapor tube to the vehicle cross member. Also re-attach the inner fender liners if the truck owner chooses. Before towing, check for adequate clearance between the gooseneck trailer and the rear of the cab and the rear of the truck box. Check ball, hitch coupler, safety chains and other connections for proper operation every time you tow.
Periodically re-torque all the hitch fasteners. Keep the ball and ball sleeve well lubricated. Check ball, hitch coupler, safety chains and other connections for proper operation every time you tow.
The manual states that all hitch fasteners should be periodically re-torqued but does not specify an exact interval. The manual recommends checking the hitch frequently to ensure all fasteners and the ball are properly tightened.
Yes, the 4446 gooseneck mounting kit fits both short beds (6 feet) and long beds (8 feet) on Dodge Ram 1500 trucks. The pilot hole location differs by bed length: 44-1/8 inches from the rear for short beds, 46-1/8 inches for long beds.
The 4446 is compatible with the 9464/9474 Hide-A-Goose hitch or the 6300/8339 gooseneck hitch. Installation procedures differ for each type.
For Hide-A-Goose: wrenches (8mm, 13mm, 3/4", 15/16"), 1/4" drill bit, drill, reciprocating saw, file, and hole saw. For 6300/8339: wrenches (8mm, 13mm, 3/4", 15/16"), 1/8" and 5/8" drill bits, drill, reciprocating saw, and file.
Yes. For Hide-A-Goose: drill a 1/4" pilot hole in the truck bed (44-1/8" from rear for short beds, 46-1/8" for long beds), then enlarge to final diameter with a hole saw. For 6300/8339: drill multiple 5/8" holes through the bed and 1/4" pilot holes before cutting the bed opening. A notch must also be cut in the bed seam using a saber saw.
Hide-A-Goose: 5/8-11 GR5 fasteners to 150 ft.-lb., 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners to 75 ft.-lb., 5/8-11 GR8 fasteners to 212 ft.-lb. For 6300/8339: 5/8-11 GR5 fasteners to 150 ft.-lb., 1/2-13 GR5 fasteners to 75 ft.-lb. U-Bolt jam nuts are tightened until 3 threads are visible.
Do not exceed the towing vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. The manual does not specify a separate capacity for the 4446 kit.
Yes, the plastic inner fender liners on both sides must be removed to access the frame. They can be left off or modified and reassembled afterward.
Periodically re-torque all hitch fasteners. Keep the ball and ball sleeve well lubricated. Check the ball, hitch coupler, safety chains and connections for proper operation every time you tow.
If the U-Bolts do not move smoothly when lifted up and down, enlarge the holes as necessary. This must be done before tightening the lock nuts.
With the ball in the stored position, check for clearance between the ball and truck equipment (such as the differential, brake lines, and electrical lines) by measuring from the axle up to the rubber bumper stop and from the ball to the nearest item. If insufficient space is present, inform the customer not to store the ball in the head when carrying heavy loads. The axle to rubber bumper stop distance should be less than the ball to nearest item distance.
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