Good question and there are a couple of important differences between the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16046 and Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16049.
The first difference is the jaw system, as you can see in the accompanying photo I made which shows them side-by-side. The A25 has an interlocking dual jaw system while the Q25 does not; these interlocking jaws result in the A25 always having complete contact with your... view full answer...
It is possible! I recommend the 18K Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider part # DM8550034 or the 21K Hijacker # DM8550035 with the Demco 5th Wheel rail adapter part # DM6333. The Hijacker is an automatic slider so you do not have to get out of the Sierra every time you make a turn to adjust the slider. It provides 14" of front to back clearance for cab clearance and 3" of height adjustment for bed rail clearance while towing. The other great thing about the Hijacker... view full answer...
Since your Ford F-250 is a 6-3/4-foot short bed and your Grand Design Reflection 29RS 5th wheel does not have a tapered nose for increased turning clearance you will need a slider hitch to be able to safely make tight turns, or you can install a Sidewinder pivoting pin box and still use a fixed (non-sliding hitch). You need to be able to make close to 90-degree turns to enable safe maneuvering at campgrounds.
For a B&W option we have the 18K Patriot Slider hitch # BWRVK3270 which installs... view full answer...
We tend to stick with the safe side of things and just recommend using a sliding 5th wheel hitch if you don't have an 8' bed, but we have heard and seen people 5th wheel tow just fine using a non-sliding hitch on a 6-3/4' bed.
We've actually had someone install the standard B&W Companion (available in 20K # BWRVK3710 or 25K # BWRVK3715) on their 2020 Silverado 3500 with the 6-3/4' bed and he said that he was super close to getting his trailer at a 90 degree angle. With that being said,... view full answer...
Great question! There are a few different B&W Companion 5th wheel hitches and the correct one all depends on the configuration of your 2020 Chevy Silverado 3500.
If you have the OEM Prep Package (with the pucks) then you need the sliding Companion # BWRVK3775 for a short bed (to gain enough cab clearance on tight turns) OR one of the stationary Companions, available as 20K # BWRVK3710 or 25K # BWRVK3715 weight rating, for a long bed. These options fit directly to the puck system and... view full answer...
You are correct that some newer pickups have taller bed sides that make it a little more complicated to ensure that your trailer remains level while you have enough clearance between the bed rails and your 5th wheel trailer. While I can't tell you exactly what you need to ensure proper clearance all around for your 5th wheel trailer and your 2020 Chevy Silverado 3500, I do have some tips for you to follow so you can be confident with your towing rig.
What you need to do is park the truck... view full answer...
Great questions!
It does matter somewhat how those arms are oriented but it isn't very hard to figure out what the best setting is for your towing setup. To start off let's make sure that you get the correct B&W Companion for your setup. The part # BWRVK3370 has a sliding function that is used for short bed pickups so that the trailer doesn't make contact with your cab while part # BWRVK3300 is a 20K stationary option and part # BWRVK3305 is a 25K stationary option, both of which will... view full answer...
Let's start with the hoist to remove the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3600 from your Ram 2500 and you can absolutely use the B&W 5th Wheel Lifting Device # BWRVXA3130 with the Viking Solutions Rack Jack II Hoist with Winch for 2" Hitches # 310-VRJ001 for this. People use this hoist for all types of things, from generators to hitches (like you see in the accompanying photo) and is a great option for much easier removal of the hitch from the bed than trying to manually lift it, even... view full answer...
I'd be happy to give you the weight of the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Slider # BWRVK3400-5W.
I checked with the manufacturer, and the head of the Companion weighs 75 lbs and the base weighs 212 lbs for a total of 287 lbs. It's an extremely durable, high-quality hitch that is built to last. Like all sliding 5th wheel hitches, it is heavy, but if you want to take it out of your truck, there is a part made to do that, the B&W 5th Wheel Lifting Device # BWRVXA3130.
You... view full answer...
This is a great question. The B&W OEM Companion # BWRVK3715 and the Curt A25 # C24FR for the factory pucks on your 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 (congrats on the new truck, by the way!) represent the very peak of fixed 5th wheel hitches on the market.
Between the two options though I do recommend the B&W Companion # BWRVK3715 and I will go over my reasoning below.
Both hitches feature a dual jaw design that's built to provide a really secure connection with the trailer as well as a smooth... view full answer...
Those are good questions and we can definitely help you out. First, let's start with the height, and as you can see by the accompanying diagram, you will need at least 5 to 6 inches above your rails and to the underside of the loft. You also need to make sure you are towing as level as possible. Due to this, you will need a hitch that has a low height setting, and the fact that your 2016 Ram 2500 has the factory prep package (which will have pucks in the bed) is great because inches matter... view full answer...
Yes, you can use a fixed fifth wheel hitch in the pucks of your short bed 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500. I checked with B&W, the manufacturers of the outstanding B&W Companion hitches, and found out the puck spacing of the Sliding B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package # BWRVK3775 has a distance between its pucks of 22.3" wide and 13" deep, while the Fixed B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package # BWRVK3710 also has 22.3" wide and 13" deep puck... view full answer...
The correct B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 Short Bed is going to vary by trailer, part # BWRVK3710 will work on some whereas others could require part # BWRVK3775. If you want to be certain then you can use the formula below to determine this after you obtain some measurements. That said, it's better to be safe than sorry which is why I recommend the slider. If you were to change trailers you would be covered and you can still use the slider hitch as a fixed... view full answer...
The two best options from what you mentioned are the Reese M5 part # RP30918 and the Companion # BWRVK3600. If you wanted to go with a Curt the A25 part # C16046 would be the better option as this essentially is the updated version of the Q series with a much better jaw design for a smoother ride quality.
Now that said I have a friend of mine who went with the M5 after having used the Companion hitch for years and he said that overall the ride quality was smoother and the hitch was... view full answer...
For a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch part # BWRVK3710 or part # BWRVK3775 over the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C84FR. The reason for this is because the cam-action handle on the B&W Companion makes a world of difference when it comes to uncoupling the trailer on un-level ground.
In order to determine if a sliding fifth wheel hitch is needed, you will have to do some measuring as clearances change for each truck/trailer. In... view full answer...
Good question, and he only difference in 5th wheel hitches for the long or short bed 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty is that if you go with a short bed, you will need to get a sliding fifth wheel hitch in order to ensure that your trailer doesn't run into your truck's cab when you make a sharp turn. Here are the top options for each bed size, with each of these hitches fitting directly in the puck system of your truck:
Best Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch Options for 2020 Ford F-250 Short Bed with... view full answer...
It is possible that you will not need a sliding 5th wheel hitch like the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package # BWRVK3775 depending on the design of the nose and width of your trailer.
The only way to know for sure if a fixed hitch like the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3710 you mentioned will allow you enough cab to trailer clearance to make a full 90 degree turn when installed on your 2021 GMC Sierra 2500 is to use the following... view full answer...
You mentioned wanting a light slider, though I do have to say that all 5th wheel hitches are going to have some heft to them. That said, there are ways to make it more manageable to remove them from the bed, which you can do by removing the head unit first and then the base, though it will still take two people to remove.
Having said that, I will give you a couple options, starting with what is absolutely the best sliding 5th wheel hitch for your 2019 Ford F-250 with the factory Ford... view full answer...
To tow a 5th wheel trailer with your truck that has a Hauler bed and a recessed gooseneck hitch installed, there are a few different options. Since the goosneck hitch is already installed the easiest way would be to adapt either the truck or trailer so you can hook up and tow.
The first option is an adapter that replaces your pin box on your trailer. They are specifically designed to fit certain pin boxes, but this is the most secure permanent solution. Reese Goose Box 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck... view full answer...
We have exactly what you're looking for in regards to the OEM puck system on your 2020 Chevy Silverado 3500!
I highly recommend the B&W Companion because it uses 1" thick dual jaws that come together to provide 360 degrees of contact with your king pin along with a dual-cam action lever that makes disconnecting your 5th wheel trailer much easier on uneven terrain than other options. The Companion also has a fully articulating head, polyurethane bushings, and 6 different configurations... view full answer...
While both are high-quality hitches that fit your 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 long bed, the B&W Companion is considered the best 5th wheel hitch in the industry.
The Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C24FR has a very good dual-jaw system and a nice, easy-to-use color-coded indicator system for coupling and uncoupling, which is why people really like it. That said, the Companion is in a different category because of its immense jaws, cushioned bushings, and pivoting head, which combine to give... view full answer...
If you have a short bed 2020 Chevy Silverado 3500HD with the factory towing puck system you will want the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package part # BWRVK3775 to make sure you have clearance between the king pin and cab. If you have a long bed the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package part # BWRVK3710 fixed hitch is what you need because the truck bed is long enough to not worry about cab clearance during sharper turns.
The... view full answer...
The height range of the Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ford Towing Prep Package # RP30922 that you referenced is 14 to 20 inches. This does fit the factory rail kit of your 2013 Ford F-350 and is the highest rated hitch for this application so it is your best option.
Unlike the USA made B and W hitch # BWRVK3305 that fits the Ford rail kit the M5 is made overseas. If you want quality and capacity the B and W wins as it has a 25k capacity (more than your truck is rated for) and... view full answer...
We still recommend the use of a slider in all standard/short bed trucks. That being said, the new GM trucks like your 2022 GMC Sierra 2500 do have a slightly longer bed than the typical standard bed. The best thing you can do is to measure to see if you have the proper clearance needed without a slider. You can do this by taking A = Distance from center of fifth wheel hitch jaw to truck cab and subtracting C = Width of trailer divided by 2 (to get half). So A - C= your clearance. You need... view full answer...
I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package part # BWRVK3600 over the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package part # C16046 because of it's higher weight capacity, 1" thick jaw and cam action handle.
The Curt A25 and B&W are very comparable in quality and are both great options to tow the fifth wheel however, the B&W is going to provide you with an extra 1,000 lbs of weight capacity if you ever decide to upgrade your fifth wheel... view full answer...
The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch is the best option on the market for a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500. In regards to using the fixed part # BWRVK3710 vs the slider part # BWRVK3775, this is a question we get often but not one we can give a definitive answer on unfortunately because there are simply too many variables. I will however say that with the new GM puck system, more owner's with short beds are able to use the fixed hitch and make full 90 degree turns since the pucks were moved further... view full answer...
If you don't have the factory puck system in your 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 with a 6-3/4 foot bed, you can still use the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with R20 Slider # C16536, but you will need to mount it on above-bed rails.
For that you'll need the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC Truck # C16429-204.
These are the best option because they are a custom fit for your '20 Silverado 2500, and do not require any drilling into your frame rails to install. Not... view full answer...
That's a really good question. The B&W Companion 20K # BWRVK3300 or B&W Companion 25K # BWRVK3305 are great choices your 2020 Ford F-450 with 8 foot bed and factory puck system. The 20K will be enough to tow you current 18K trailer with out any problems, however if you are wanting to tow a bigger trailer I would recommend the 25K. The advantage to having a hitch rated higher than your trailer is the peace of mind knowing that it can handle the load and have the option to pull something... view full answer...
The # C16521 Curt A16 5th wheel hitch you've looked at would work great in your 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 short bed. You would also need the # C88KR rail kit. The rail kit would drop into the factory pucks, and the hitch would mount to the rail kit. The A16 features an interlocking jaw system that holds the king pin tightly all the way around its circumference, preventing any movement of the king pin for a smooth ride without all the banging and clanging you'd experience with other hitches.
If... view full answer...
You you will need a padlock in order to lock the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch for Ford Super Duty Prep Package # BWRVK3305 or # BWRVK3300.
The lock that will work is the Master Lock Padlock # ML140DLH.
All you need to do is attach the padlock to the handles at the spot pointed out in the accompanying photo. I have added links to video reviews for you to check out as well. view full answer...
These are really good questions and we can definitely set you up with the right 5th wheel hitch for your 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 short (also called standard) bed, but to quickly answer your question about underbed brackets, there aren't any that are universal (as nice as that would be), they are only designed to be used with specific 5th wheel hitches. That said, you do have a number of different options, which I'll list for you and then make my recommendation.
5th Wheel Hitch for... view full answer...
Hey Jake, so I know there's a lot of hitch options for fifth wheel towing and in general you are correct that cost and quality go hand in hand but to answer your question about what you really need versus what's available let's start with the fact that since you have a short bed truck you do need a slider hitch to provide tight turning clearance so you don't hit the cab of your truck on the nose of your trailer.
The Demco Hijacker part # DM8550034 that you referenced is a really great... view full answer...
For the 2020 Ram 2500 factory prep pucks you will use the standard rail hitch # DM8550034 and then the rail adapter for RAM Pucks # DM6099. This gives you the components for the factory 5th wheel prep package and is a great fit for the truck.
They will love the Hijacker Autoslider hitch function and the rail adapter is extremely easy to install. I've attached a couple videos to assist. view full answer...
A wedge is needed, yes, and the Lippert Turning Point pin box does come with a universal wedge, but it is not a very good fit with the B&W Companion # BWRVK3710.
So I highly recommend instead using the 5th Airborne Custom Wedge for B&W Fifth Wheels # SWW-06.
This is a much better option than the universal wedge, and our customers who have used it with the Turning Point agree, as you can see by the review I added. I have also added a link below to a video review if you'd like to check... view full answer...
The two best fifth wheel hitches for a 2020 Ram 2500 is the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16046 and the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch part # BWRVK3600. I recommend the B&W Companion OEM because it has a cam action handle which will allow you to uncouple the trailer on unlevel ground. If you were to try and uncouple with the Curt A25 on unlevel ground then the handle would be very stiff and most likely would not be able to release or at least not without a lot of force.
The... view full answer...
The Demco Hijacker Auto Slide 5th wheel hitch is a great choice for short bed trucks.
For the 2021 GMC Sierra 2500, you'll want to use the # DM8550035 which is compatible with the # DM6333 adapter that fits into the GM puck system (assuming your truck is equipped with the puck system).
If your truck doesn't have the GM puck system, and you want an under-bed mount you'd use the # DM8550037 along with the Demco # DR37FR under-bed rails.
If you'd like to install a 7-way connector... view full answer...
The 5th wheel hitch I recommend for your 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 with the factory prep package is the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3715 (usually best for long beds) or part # BWRVK3775 (usually best for short beds).
The B&W Companion is in a league of its own becuase it has a set of heavy duty 1" think dual steel locking jaws which do a phenomenal job of gripping the kingpin which makes for a very smooth ride with little to no chucking. The B&W Companion... view full answer...
The Demco # DM6076P-21K and the B&W Companion # BWRVK3600 are both great options, but if I had to choose one I would go with the Companion # BWRVK3600 .
To start, the B&W doesn't require a rail system # DM6099 like the Demco- it will mount directly into the factory puck system on your 2019 Ram 3500. This is going to allow you to have a clean truck bed when the hitch isn't installed on your truck. The B&W is also rated for up to 25000-lbs, where the Demco is a 21000-lbs hitch; so with... view full answer...
The towing capacity for the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500HD with the diesel engine is very impressive. I did some checking and it looks to be 27,500 lbs which means the trailer you are considering that weighs 13,755 lbs would be very easily towable.
Now whether you need a slider hitch with the short bed does come down to a few factors since the short bed you mentioned is a bit longer than usual. If the trailer has a tapered nose and an extended pin box you most likely would not need a slider... view full answer...
There are 2 hitches that have risen above all the rest when it comes to 5th wheel towing and that is the B&W Companion which comes with a 20K # BWRVK3370 weight rating, and the Demco Hijacker Autoslide which comes with 18K # DM8550024 and 21K # DM8550038 weight ratings.
Both options mount directly to the puck system on your 2020 Ford F-350 Super Duty so you won't need an adapter kit, and they are both made in the USA.
The main differences are that the B&W can sit higher at 19", it... view full answer...
The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch part # BWRVK3775 is rated for 20,000 lbs which is the highest that B&W offers for the slider version. The only sliding option available with a slighty higher weight capacity is the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # DM8550035 which is rated at 21,000 lbs. This hitch also has an auto-slide feature which means you don't have to get in and out of the truck to engage the slider. In order to use this hitch you will also need the Demco... view full answer...
I reached out to my contact over at B&W and got some answers for you. They confirmed that the king pin will sit behind the rear axle just based on how Chevy set up the system in the bed. When using the fixed model part # BWRVK3710 it will be 1.5"-3" behind depending on how you set the pivot arms and on the slider model part # BWRVK3775 it will sit 2"-4" behind it again depending on how you set the pivot arms.
This will not have a huge effect on the handling, braking or stability... view full answer...
I can confirm for you that there is a difference between the # BWRVK3300 and the # BWRVK3305 with the construction of the base of the hitch, which is where you get the difference in capacities between the two hitches. The 3300 is only rated for 20,000-lbs where the 3305 is rated to pull 25,000-lbs. They do look the same, but the difference will be in the construction and stiffness of the base on the two hitches.
Both of these hitches are designed to fit in the factory pucks on Ford... view full answer...
I checked directly with Reese for you and found out the total weights of each of the Reese M5 5th wheel trailer hitches that fit a 2021 Ford Super Duty, and I'll list those for you:
- 148 lbs: Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ford Towing Prep Package - 20,000 lbs # RP30921
- 148 lbs: Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ford Towing Prep Package - 27,000 lbs # RP30922
- 162 lbs: Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ford Towing Prep Package - 32,000 lbs # RP68FR
The M5 is... view full answer...
There is one 5th wheel hitch that fits your 2021 Ford F-250 Super Duty with the factory puck system that really does stand above the rest, which is the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch.
The reason why the Companion is the best is because it is constructed to ensure you have the best possible ride; it has a herculean jaw system along with cushioned bushings and a pivoting head, all of which combine to give you the most comfortable and quiet towing experience possible.
There... view full answer...
The Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider # DM8550024 is designed to fit directly to the OEM prep package on a 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty. If you don't have that but you like the idea of having it then you will also need the Reese Under-Bed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit # RP39FR which is the exact same thing as the OEM prep package.
If you're wanting to use the autoslider but you want to cut down the cost a little then what you'll need to do is install... view full answer...
The best autosliding 5th wheel hitch on the market is the Demco Hijacker which comes in a variety of options depending on what your 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty is equipped with.
If your Super Duty has the OEM Prep Package then we have the 18K # DM8550024 and the 21K # DM8550038 options which secure directly to the pucks in your bed.
For a Super Duty that doesn't have the OEM Prep Package you can either use the 18K # DM8550034 or the 21K # DM8550035 with the above-bed rails # DM8552031-71... view full answer...
I appreciate the time you've spent researching all the different products; I'm happy to offer you my expert recommendation to facilitate your purchasing decision.
The Curt A16 5th Wheel Hitch # C16120 and the Reese 16K # RP30047 are very similar but I'm going to give the advantage to the A16 because of its interlocking jaws which provide a superior connection, built-in color-coded lock indicator, and built in zerk fittings (easy lubrication points). The Reese Custom Installation Kit... view full answer...
The B&W Patriot 5th wheel trailer hitch that is the best option for your 2020 GMC Sierra 2500HD is going to depend on the weight of your trailer because both the 16,000 lb capacity B&W Patriot # BWRVK3200 and 18,000 lb capacity B&W Patriot # BWRVK3255 will work. And according to my research, your '20 Sierra is capable of towing up to that capacity depending on its configuration.
Personally, I like a little bit of a safety margin, so for a trailer that has a GVWR up to about 14,500 lbs... view full answer...
The best 5th wheel hitch available for the new 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500HD with the 6.9 foot bed and without the factory prep package is the B&W Companion Slider # BWRVK3400-5W along with the Installation Kit # BWGNRK1020-5W.
The B&W Companion line of hitches are considered by many to be the absolute best on the market. This is in large part due to its heavy-duty construction that includes 1 inch thick dual jaws that provide an incredibly secure connection to the trailer that not only... view full answer...
Having the puck system is a great feature. If you ever plan on loading the bed with mulch, sand or rock you'll quickly find that having rails permanently bolted to the bed floor is a real pain. Not only that, but the pucks look a lot better.
I'm not certain what Ford charges for the puck system, but we do offer an aftermarket option to provide the puck system. The Reese Under-Bed Rail and Installation Kit, part # RP87FR would provide the 5th wheel pucks as well as a gooseneck hitch.... view full answer...
For the OEM rail kit of your 2020 Ram 2500 long bed you are going to have a much nicer towing experience with the Curt A16 fifth wheel hitch part # C16520-16021 over the E16 # C16515-16021 because of the much nicer jaw design of the A-Series hitch. It provides 360 degrees of contact with the king pin of the trailer whereas the E16 only uses a slide bar to hold it in place which allows quite a bit more movement which translates into noise and "chucking" when towing.
The weight between... view full answer...
The exact hitch needed can depend on the weight of your fifth wheel and the length of your truck bed. For a short bed truck, in most cases you'll need a sliding hitch like # BWRVK3370 unless the front corners of your fifth wheel are dished in to allow sharp turns without the fifth wheel corners hitting the corner of the truck cab. A long bed truck would use a stationary hitch like # BWRVK3300. The stationary hitch is also available in a 25K capacity model as # BWRVK3305. For a trailer... view full answer...
Since you have a Lippert Turning Point pin box on your Reflection 5th wheel you can safely use a stationary 5th wheel hitch. We recommend using a sliding 5th wheel hitch with a short bed truck when the trailer has a standard pin box because there is usually a clearance issue with the trailer making contact with the truck cab on tight turns. The Turning Point takes that issue out of the equation.
I personally like the B&W Companion 5th wheel hitches because they are easy to install, put... view full answer...
The fixed Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16044 will fit your 2020 Ram 2500 short bed with the factory puck system. Just keep in mind that this is a fixed 5th wheel hitch so it is strongly recommended you use a rotating pin box on your trailer to avoid hitting your Ram's cab when you make a tight turn.
The A20 is compatible with a rotating pin box, you'll just need the Sidewinder Wedge for Curt A Series 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # C16992.
If you need... view full answer...
Thank you for all of the great info! While you technically could have enough room to make turns with the B&W Companion # BWRVK3370 and the BAKFlip MX4 Hard Tonneau Cover # BAK48330, from what I could find out I think you're only going to have a few inches of clearance so I'm a bit hesitant to say the these will for sure fit together and you'll be safe (the BAKFlip will take up about 25" of your bed just for reference).
Instead I recommend using a retractable cover like the Pace Edwards... view full answer...
The highest capacity B&W Companion 5th wheel hitch available for your 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 long bed would be part # BWRVK3715 which has a 25K capacity.
For a higher capacity alternative, the Curt # C36WR PowerRide has a 30K capacity. The hitch has a actuating handle that's specially designed to be comfortable to use. The hitch also has an integrated teflon lube plate, so you wouldn't need to use any grease on the skid. Both features aren't found on the Companion.
Both hitches have... view full answer...
The autosliding 5th wheel hitch we have for you to use on your 2019 Ram 3500 is the Demco Hijacker. This comes in both an 18K # DM8550034 and a 21K # DM8550035 weight rating and secures to your OEM puck system with the adapter rail kit # DM6099.
The Hijacker is one of my favorite 5th wheel hitches because it not only has great cushioning for the head unit, but it also has a single-jaw system that is reinforced by a 3/4" steel bar to give you some peace of mind. All of this combined gives... view full answer...
You can go with a Demco Hijacker UMS Double Pivot 5th Wheel Hitch part # DM37VR and a sidewinder like the Reese Sidewinder 5th Wheel King Pin with Rotating Turret part # RP34FR depending on what your pin box is and it will work out well.
The Sidewinder Wedge Kit part # RP74FR is what you will want for the puck between your fifth wheel and pin box to lock out the connection point and allow the pivot point on the Sidewinder to move.
There are not currently any Curt fifth wheels designed... view full answer...
B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K # BWRVK3775 will work with your truck's puck system with no adapters needed. If you wanted to use an 18k hitch you'd have to switch to the # DM8550034 with the # DM6333 rail system.
# BWRVK3775 does state there could be clearance issues with the tailgate. to see if that's the case hook up your camper and pull your truck forward until the slider is fully engaged and try closing your tailgate.... view full answer...
For your 2020 Ford F-350 Super Duty Long Bed (8 foot) we have several options of fifth wheel trailer hitches. My favorite is the B & W fifth wheel hitch. They have a really nice finish to them that looks good in any truck, and the powder coat is very durable, so it resists scratches pretty well. The biggest reason for me favoring B & W hitches is the ease of install, out of every fifth wheel I have installed, B & W seems to be the most straight forward and install the smoothest.
Which... view full answer...
The Curt Q20 # C57FR is confirmed to fit 2020+ GM 2500 and 3500 model trucks with the factory OEM Prep Package. The Curt Q20 # C16530-16025 is designed to fit 2016 - 2019 model year GM 2500s and 3500s with the factory OEM Prep Package. GM changed the layout of the prep package for the 2020 model year, so these 5th wheel hitches needed a slight update. Both of these fixed Curt hitches are great for long bed trucks or 5th wheels that have a Sidewinder pin box.
For your 2020 Silverado... view full answer...
I spoke with B&W about the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch like part # BWRVK3600 and they recommend using the Master Lock 1-9/16" Wide Solid Brass Body Padlock with 2" Shackle part # ML140DLH to lock the handles on the base and it can also be used to lock the jaw release handle. That said, you need to remove these locks and replace them with the original pins before towing. view full answer...
You are right about the 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 short bed being slightly longer than the 2016 models; according to Chevy, the 2020 short bed is 82.25 inches while the 2016 short bed is 78.9 inches. That isn't enough of a difference to negate needing a sliding hitch. Even if your use of the slider is limited, it only takes one instance of taking a turn slightly too sharp for your trailer to crash into the cab of your Chevy, causing potentially significant damage to both the truck and trailer.... view full answer...
For the 2020 model year, GM actually changed the layout of the pucks in the truck bed so the Curt model you referenced will not work. Fortunately, the best manufacturer of 5th wheel hitches, B&W offers a 20 or a 25K capacity Companion 5th wheel hitch that's compatible with the new puck layout used in your truck.
For the 20K capacity, use part # BWRVK3715 or part # BWRVK3710 for the 25K,
The B&W 5th wheel hitch for the GM puck kit is rock solid with a strong and easy to use positive... view full answer...
The correct height setting is going to vary by trailer but you can get there taking some measurements.
First make sure your trailer is on level ground and then measure from the ground up to the bottom of the king pin. Then on your truck take a measurement from the ground to the truck bed floor where the hitch will sit. The difference in these two measurements will give you the hitch height so that the trailer is level.
Next take a couple measurements to see what kind of bed rail... view full answer...
The hitch jaws that grip the 5th wheel's king pin and the suspension system (for the lack of a better term) for the hitch head are the main differences between the A25 and the Q25.
The A25 like the # C16180 uses an interlocking jaw system that does a better job of holding the king pin tightly, making contact with the king pin all around its 360° circumference. This leads to less rattling and banging which makes for a more comfortable ride. The A25 use a torsion dampening system in the... view full answer...
The correct B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for your 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 is part # BWRVK3775 not part # BWRVK3770 which is for the 2016-2019 models. view full answer...
You can take some measurements to determine whether or not you'll need a sliding hitch. You will measure from the center of the hitch jaws forward to the back of the truck cab and then you'll want to measure the width of the trailer nose.
Using the formula: (A+B)-C= Clearance
A= distance from center of hitch jaws to cab
B= sliding hitch movement (in this case it's 0")
C= width of trailer nose divided by 2 (so 1/2 the width)
As long as this number is +4 or greater, you'll have... view full answer...
I have great news!
For your 2020 Ford F-350 with the factory rail kit we have the B&W 20K Companion 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3300 and the higher rated 25K Companion # BWRVK3305. Both feature the same robust construction, 1" thick dual jaw design, and quiet operation that you loved in your previous model but are designed specifically to drop right into those factory pucks on your new F-350.
Now you do have another option too if you happened to save your Companion hitch from the old... view full answer...
I have a solution for you, but the Curt A30 # C16070 is not a good hitch to use on a truck with a 6-1/2 foot bed. In order to avoid hitting the truck cab when turning or manuevering to park, which is a common issue encountered with towing 5th wheel trailers on a short truck bed, you would need a sliding hitch like the B&W Companion # BWRVK3775 or a Sidewinder pin box like the # RP34FR.
The Companion hitch fits in the factory prep package pucks to give you a solution that leaves your... view full answer...
As long as the mounting tabs of your Husky 5th wheel hitch are either 20-1/2 inches or 29 inches apart, center to center measured side to side (see photo), there is an adapter available from Demco, part # DM6333. The adapter will drop into the existing pucks in your 2020 Silverado 2500 (you might need to make a few slight height adjustments) and then your hitch will attach to the adapter just as it would to regular bed rails.
I've linked you to a product demonstration video featuring... view full answer...
Since your 2020 Ram 2500 Big Horn short bed has the OEM puck system you will want to go with the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K # BWRVK3670 unless your 2021 Northwood Fox Mountain 23RLS 5th Wheel has a rotating pin box.
The reason for this is a truck with less than an 8' bed will have less cab to trailer clearance and using a fixed hitch can cause the trailer to contact the cab of your truck if you aren't careful when... view full answer...
Yes, we do have fifth wheel hitches that fit the factory rail kit of your 2020 Ram 3500 that have more than enough capacity to tow a 16,000 lb trailer. The Curt Q25 # C16049 you referenced is one but I would recommend the B and W Companion hitch part # BWRVK3600 as your best option. This USA made hitch has a 25k capacity, is very easy to use, can come apart in smaller sections easily for easier install/removal, and has the tightest jaw design which will give you the smoothest ride quality... view full answer...
You can install the B&W Companion in your 2020 Ford F-350 Super Duty with the factory puck system and a bed liner. What you'll have to do is just cut around the pucks as opposed to having to cut an entire square for the hitch to fit, as this will allow the Companion to mount securely to your truck.
There are a couple of options for a Companion that fit the factory puck system of your 2020 F-350, with the only difference being the capacity.
- 20,000 lbs: B&W Companion OEM 5th-Wheel... view full answer...
In regards to the Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ford Towing Prep Package part # RP30922, the handle does point upward therefore preventing a tonneau cover from being closed. That said, not to worry as we offer a replacement handle for this hitch which is designed to allow a tonneau cover to be closed due to its low-profile, the Replacement Low Profile Handle part # RP58553 which works with all Reese M5 5th Wheel Hitches. view full answer...
The 2021 Grand Design Reflection 150 Series uses a Lippert 1621 pin box so for a Reese Goose Box you'd want the part # RP94720 and you'd be set. view full answer...
I recommend to use the B&W Companion 25K Fifth Wheel part # BWRVK3715 in the puck system of your 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500. The Companion features a thick 1" jaw design for 360 degree contact with the king pin. The 360 degree contact eliminates the annoying rattle you may experience with a looser jaw connection of the other brands. The Companion's cam action handle makes it so much more convenient to release the king pin even on unlevel terrain compared to other fifth wheel hitch heads... view full answer...
The Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # C16046 is my strong recommendation for your 2019 Ram 3500 with factory pucks over the Curt Q25 # C16049 because of the A25's superior jaw system. The A25 is also easier to install and uninstall from your Ram than the Q25, and the A25 is compatible with a Sidewinder (or the OEM version called a Reese Revolution) while the Q25 is not.
The A25 is an upgraded model of the Q25, and the improvement started with the jaw system.... view full answer...
I found and attached the picture you referenced of the Reese M5 # RP30922 which fits the OEM rail kit of your 2020 Ford F-450 where the slide in bed liner was cut in a larger square. In general it's a bit easier to just cut out the entire square of the bed liner but this hitch would actually be easier to cut smaller holes for just the legs than the B and W # BWRVK3305 that also fits your truck as this hitch has flat side plates that are the same height. With this hitch the bare minimum... view full answer...
For a 2018 Ram 3500 with the puck system, the absolute cream of the crop as far as fifth wheel hitches goes would be the USA manufactured B&W Companion, part # BWRVK3600. The extremely durable Companion's best features are the 1 inch thick jaw that holds the king pin very tightly for smooth and comfortable ride and the non-binding latch handle that makes it easy to operate the hitch jaws even if you aren't parked on perfectly flat and even terrain. This hitch is the top of the line, but... view full answer...
Definitely a smart move to ensure the proper fit to ensure you get the correct B&W Companion fifth wheel hitch for your 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty with the Ford fifth wheel prep package. The only thing you didn't say is if you had a short or long bed so I'll give you the options for both.
- 2019 Ford F-350 with 6-3/4 Foot Bed: B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w Slider for Ford Towing Prep Package # BWRVK3370
- 2019 Ford F-350 with 8 Foot Bed: B&W Companion OEM 5th-Wheel Hitch... view full answer...
The factory puck system is not an aftermarket option so there is no way to obtain one on your 2019 Ram 3500, and there isn't an underbed option, but you can still add a 5th wheel hitch to your truck. You will need above-bed rails to do so, and since you have the RamBoxes, a Sidewinder is required as well in order to obtain the needed clearance so the pin box does not hit the RamBoxes.
For a 5th wheel hitch you'll need one compatible with a Sidewinder, and for a hitch and base rails I... view full answer...
I checked with Demco and they were able to tell me that when you use the installation rails # DM6099 with the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 18k # DM8550035 on a 6-1/2 foot bed you will have 33" from the center of the king pin hole to the cab of the truck.
Using these measurements:
A: Distance from center of king pin hole to cab of truck = 33"
B: Distance of travel with sliding hitch = 14"
C: Width of trailer / 2 = 96"/2 = 48"
Normally you need to leave 4" of distance to safely turn... view full answer...
I'll start by saying that because you have a short bed truck, you will need a sliding hitch in order to make sure that you can safely turn while towing your 5th wheel trailer and not create contact between the nose of your trailer and the cab of your truck. You can also accomplish this by going with a Sidewinder style pin box like the Reese # RP34FR, but I typically only recommend those on truck beds shorter than 6-ft or 5th wheel trailers with extremely protruding noses.
If your 2019... view full answer...
The differences between the Curt Q, A and E series hitches come down to the quality of the jaw system and damping offered by the hitch head.
• The Q24 that you'd looked at, part # C16545-16021 features a standard 2 piece jaw that does a good job
of holding the king pin tightly for minimal movement of the king pin in the hitch jaws. The spherical axial
bearing provides some cushioning and allows the hitch head to tilt in a 360º diameter. This hitch isn't
compatible with rotating... view full answer...
The distance between the rails should be center to center 22" (pictured below). This rail spacing is considered industry standard. I've attached the installation video for the custom fit B&W rails # BWRVK2401 to help you with the installation so that you can have them ready to go for when your B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000lbs # BWRVK3270 arrives. view full answer...
The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch W/Slider for Ford Towing Prep Package, # BWRVK3370 is the needed hitch for your 2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty Short Bed and the OEM Prep Pkg. The B&W hitches are probably one of the most popular 5th wheel hitches for the later model Ford Super Duty Trucks, and for good reason. The solid construction, 1" thick dual locking jaws and fully-articulating head, that can be easily removed, and it has 3 different height settings. The cushioned bushings,... view full answer...
You can absolutely use the 18,000 lb Demco Hijacker Autoslide with the underbed rails on your 2002 Ford F-250 crew cab. What you need are the following:
- Underbed Rail and Installation Kit for Demco Hijacker # DM8551000
- Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Slider - 18,000 lbs # DM8550022
As you mentioned, this is also compatible with the 21,000 lb version of the Hijacker # DM8550037. Additionally, if your '02 F-250 has the factory 7-way but you need a 5th wheel... view full answer...
The hitch best suited for your truck will depend on if your 2021 GMC Sierra 2500 is a short or long bed and whether your truck is equipped with the factory tow/prep package which includes the puck mounts in the truck bed.
If you have the puck system, for a short bed you'll need a sliding hitch to provide the proper clearance between the front of the fifth wheel and the rear of the truck cab during low speed turns. I'd recommend the B&W Companion, part # BWRVK3775. The US made Companion... view full answer...
If you're looking for the easiest option to move around (since you plan on using your 2020 Chevy Silverado 3500 to gooseneck tow) then I recommend going with the OEM puck system and using the Companion # BWRVK3710 because it is roughly 50 lbs lighter than the Companion # BWRVK3500 that would be installed in the B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch # BWGNRK1020.
To tow a gooseneck trailer with the OEM puck system I recommend the B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit # BWGNXA2061 as it is the nicest... view full answer...
We've got just what you're looking for. The B&W Companion, # BWRVK3300 for a 20K or # BWRVK3305 for a 25K capacity hitch would work perfectly for you. The hitches are designed to drop into the factory pucks in the truck bed (might require a bit of initial adjustment of the feet on the hitch) and latch into place. B&W hitches are made to be super-durable, and feature a 1 inch thick hitch jaw. This holds the trailer king pin very tightly for excellent ride quality without all the banging... view full answer...
I do have a solution for you but there isn't an adapter or a pin that can be used to connect your B&W Companion 5th wheel hitch through the Gooseneck hole on your new Ford Super Duty truck with factory-installed towing prep package.
The only solution is to use the fixed Replacement Base # BWRVB3300 with your existing B&W Companion head if you have a long bed or the Replacement Slider Base # BWRVB3370 if you have a short bed.
Either one will drop in directly into the four pucks on... view full answer...
Since Reese is actually who makes the Ford OEM fifth wheel rail kits the correct underbed rail kit you'd need for your 2017 Ford F-250 is the part # RP87FR and you'd be set. This will give you the exact same kit as if you had ordered the truck with the rail kit.
With this kit installed you can use the B and W Companion hitch part # BWRVK3300 that you referenced as well. view full answer...
For your 2020 Ram 2500 that's not equipped with the factory puck system I really like the Reese Select Plus 5th Wheel Hitch # RP30081 along with the Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit # RP50054-58.
The Select Plus 5th Wheel Hitch features a robust single-piece self-latching jaw that will wrap completely around the trailer's king pin, creating both an extremely secure connection with the trailer and a smooth, quiet ride during travel. The Select Plus also features a unique 9" wide... view full answer...
To ensure your rotating pin box sits correctly in your B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000lbs # BWRVK3600 you'll just need a wedge to lock the king pin in place so the only movement will be the turret rotating.
If you have a Reese Sidewinder # RP77FR or # RP34FR you'll need the Sidewinder Wedge Kit for B&W, Demco, and Husky Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitches Item # RP74FR.
If you have A 5th Airborne Sidewinder pin box you'll need the 5th Airborne... view full answer...
2021 is a split model year for the Ram 1500, with two different models being available. The 1500 Classic is a carryover from the previous generation, while the Ram 1500 is the all new model.
If you have the Ram 1500 Classic, I'd recommend the Reese # RP50142-58 custom install kit. For a less expensive option, a semi-custom kit is available as part # RP30035-523. The semi-custom kit would take an hour or two longer to install.
For a Ram 1500, only a custom install kit is available... view full answer...
I can absolutely make a 5th wheel hitch recommendation for your potential 2020 Ford F-250, whether you get it with the factory puck system in the bed or not.
Starting with my recommendation for the factory puck setup, I really like the Curt A25 5th Wheel Hitch # C16036. This will drop right down into those pucks and it features an interlocking 2-jaw system that will completely wrap around the trailer's king pin. What this does is not only provide an extremely secure connection with... view full answer...
We do have a Curt Q20 5th wheel hitch that fits your 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 with the factory puck system, but the Curt Q20 # C16530-16025 is not a fit. The reason is that Chevy/GMC changed their puck spacing when they redesigned the trucks for the 2020 model year, so you would need a different model of Q20 hitch.
The hitch that does fit your 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 is the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package # C57FR.
This is a good for a strong 5th wheel hitch... view full answer...
Yes, the B&W Companion definitely delivers in terms of quality, ease of use, performance and durability, which is why so many people consider it the best 5th wheel hitch on the market.
The # BWRVK3300 is made to fit the Factory Tow Prep Package on your 2020 Ford F-350 Super Duty with the 8 foot bed, so it just drops into the four pucks, without the need for any extra adapters or rails on top of your bed. If you need full access to your bed, the Companion's head can come apart from the... view full answer...