B&W Fifth Wheel Hitch Differences

Question

Question:

Is there a difference between a rvb 3600 and a rvk 3600

asked by: Joe

0

Expert Reply:

Part # BWRVB3600 is the replacement base for the B&W companion 5th wheel and part # BWRVK3600 is the complete hitch. These are designed to work with your the Ram OEM prep package for a fifth wheel hitch. It will drop right into your factory pucks in the bed.

expert reply by: Clayton O

0

Answer 1

The Ram OEM 5th wheel puck system, shown in the linked photo and article, was launched in 2013 so what you have in your truck is likely to be an aftermarket installation of some kind. These newer Ram trucks with the factory prep can directly accept a…

view full answer...

Answer 2

I do have some potential solutions for you but there isn't a safe way to extend a 5th wheel trailer pin box. An extension would add additional stress to the trailer frame leading to damage or failure. In order to move the pivot point of a trailer…

view full answer...

Answer 3

The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch #BWRVK3600 has a total weight of right around 215 pounds. Keep in mind that the hitch head can be removed to help with taking the hitch out of the truck bed. The head by itself weighs about 75 pounds while…

view full answer...

Answer 4

The Reese Sidewinder 5th Wheel King Pin with Rotating Turrets does not put additional stress on the frame and will not void any warranties. In fact, this same pin box is installed from the factory on select trailers under the name "Reese…

view full answer...

Answer 5

I went out to our warehouse to measure the Trailair Rota-Flex Pin Box, #LC328330, and found that the width is 12 inches. When measuring the length of a pin box, you want to find the distance from the center of the king pin to the bolt holes. The…

view full answer...

Answer 6

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

view full answer...

Answer 7

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

view full answer...

Answer 8

Hey Tom, congrats on the new truck! Typically when we hear that someone has the OEM tow prep package they mean the puck system. This is going to be five circular holes built into the bed of your Ram truck and is by far the best way to attach a 5th…

view full answer...

Answer 9

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

view full answer...

Answer 10

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

view full answer...

Answer 11

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

view full answer...

Answer 12

We have lift kits for trailer that easily add 2 inches to the height of the trailer. For that you'd want the part #RR23QX and you'd be set. I attached a picture that shows how it installs to give you an idea. This would be the easiest…

view full answer...

B&W Fifth Wheel Hitch Differences

Products Featured in This Question

Product Page this Question was Asked From

Featured Help Information

Instructions

Miscellaneous Media

Continue Researching