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  4. Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
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B&W Companion Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Turnoverball for Chevy/GMC - Dual Jaw - 20K

Part Number: BW23SR
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B and W 5th Wheel Hitch - BW23SR

Highlights

  • Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounts to existing attachment points
  • Strong, Stable Towing: Rated for 20,000 lbs GTW and 5,000 lbs vertical load for heavy fifth wheels.
  • Tight, Quiet Connection: 1" thick dual jaws wrap 360° around the king pin to cut rattle and chucking.
  • Smooth Hookup and Release: Cam-action handle avoids binding and opens easily even on uneven ground.
  • More Turning Room in Short Beds: Built-in slider gives 12" of fore/aft travel for cab clearance in tight turns.
  • Easy Bed Access: Two-piece design lifts out fast, leaving a clean bed when you’re done towing.
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Features to know about

Smooth, Secure Towing You Can Feel: Dual Jaw with 360-Degree King Pin Contact

The 1" thick dual jaws wrap fully around the king pin to create a tight, 360-degree connection. That solid grip keeps movement in check and cuts down on rattle and chucking, giving you a quieter, more stable ride when you’re pulling heavy fifth-wheel trailers. Combined with polyurethane bushings in the pivot arms, this setup smooths out the bumps and makes long hauls feel steadier behind the wheel.

Close-up of B&W Companion fifth-wheel hitch polyurethane bushings on pivot arms for smoother, quieter towing

Full Bed Access When You’re Done Towing: Turnoverball System and 2-Piece Design

When it’s time to haul something other than your camper, you can clear your bed completely. The hitch connects directly to the Turnoverball gooseneck base through a single mounting hole in the bed. Pull it apart into two manageable pieces—the head and the slider base—and your truck is back to full-bed duty. The Turnoverball hitch even lets you flip the ball upside down for storage, keeping the surface flat and open when not towing.

B&W Companion fifth-wheel hitch installed in truck bed with Turnoverball gooseneck mount

Tight Turns Without Cab Contact: Built-In Slider with 12" Fore/Aft Travel

Backing into tight spots or making slow turns with a short-bed truck gets a lot easier with the built-in slider. It gives you 12" of fore and aft travel, moving the trailer rearward when you need extra clearance between the cab and front cap. That range helps prevent contact while keeping your setup stable during low-speed maneuvers.

Simple Hookup and Release on Any Terrain: Cam-Action Latching Handle

The cam-action handle keeps things easy even if you’re not parked perfectly level. It opens smoothly without binding so you can unhitch fast when it’s time to go. And because it locks securely shut with a pin and clip—or an optional padlock—you can tow knowing the jaws are fully latched and holding tight.

Heavy-Duty Strength for Big Loads: 20,000 lbs GTW and 5,000 lbs Vertical Load Limit

Built from gray powder-coated steel for corrosion resistance, this hitch is rated for 20,000 lbs gross towing weight and a 5,000 lbs vertical load limit. The 17"–19" adjustable height settings help dial in your trailer’s level stance, while the double-pivot head moves front-to-back and side-to-side to handle uneven roads without strain. It’s a truly solid setup for serious fifth-wheel towing.

Specs

Weight and Capacity

  • Gross towing weight: 20,000 lbs
  • Vertical load limit: 5,000 lbs

Dimensions

  • Hitch height: 17" - 19"
  • Travel: 12" front to back

Installation Requirements

  • Hole size for Turnoverball installation: 4" Diameter hole must be cut into bed

B&W Companion fifth-wheel hitch removal diagram showing connection to Turnoverball gooseneck hitch for full truck bed access

Detailed view of B&W Turnoverball gooseneck hitch with 2-5/16 inch ball and under-bed mounting system

Note

This fifth-wheel trailer hitch is not compatible with Sidewinder or Revolution king pins. Do not use any device that changes the pivot point of your trailer's king pin with this hitch.

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Want a premium, US-made hitch that can be removed to leave your bed totally free? Check. Need a slider to get you through those tight turns? Check. How about the option of towing a gooseneck trailer when you're done with the camper? You got it.

by: Daniel S05/16/2025

Extremely slow shipping, No military discount. Customer service was good over the phone. Over 1 week for item to arrive. Do better.



by: Hubert j04/02/2018

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by: William02/23/2026

Delivered on time if not earlier. Put it items in driveway off to the side and out of the way so I wouldn’t have to move again. Driver took the time and thought thru where to put the items.



by: David08/12/2019

Easy assembly and installation



by: Gavin03/23/2026

Easy install and a smooth ride.



by: Tracey02/27/2019

I've had this for about a year. Only have about 2,000 miles of use with a 13,000 lbs 5th wheel travel trailer.
It is still like new. Jaws are tight, no rattles with or without the trailer attached.
I use a nylon guide plate, to keep things clean.

The only issue is the slider will not unlatch from the locked position with the trailer attached.
Unlatch and slides fine when not loaded.
Just haven't made the time to talk to B&W about this.
The base is a heavy bugger, and fits snug in the receptical. I've lifted it in and out myself, but not a smart idea.

Overall I would buy again. For our use, where we need the whole bed the majority of time it is an easy solution.

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Mike L.

2/27/2019

Youll want to make sure that the slider rails are lubricated. Also keep in mind that if the truck and trailer are at different angles and theres a lot of pressure placed on the sliding mechanism, it can bind.

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Tracey H.

4/5/2020

A year later, and it still works the same. Slider still doesnt work. but havent needed it. One thing I have learned is to make sure the lug from the attachment is lubricated before placed into the receiver. After about 8 months of being in the bed, I tried to remove it. Whoah! That was a son of a gun. Finally got it to break free, and then it lifted out. both the lug of the companion hitch, and the receiver of the B&W are nicely powder coated. that powder coating locked together. Nothing patience and a pry bar couldnt fix. But I dont want a repeat. Over all, I may look at something easier for our next travel season.



by: Dale12/22/2018

Just started 5th wheel camping and wanted a hitch that when removed left my truck box bare. I also talked to alot of people who talked about clunking and noise from their hitch while towing. I bought a 2013 32' Coachman which is pushing my 2009 F150 to its max. When pulling with this hitch it feels like the truck and trailer are one unit. No noise and no slop between the two units. I made a lifting pin that goes into the jaws and lifts it out with a comealong hooked to a rafter support in my garage. I then put it onto a wheel cart I made. No heavy lifting and one person can do it all. I've had one teflon foot fall of the hitch and the service was amazing no questions, no pictures, and no waiting. New piece was sent right away. Anyone who tows now and has looked at the hit are very impressed. I would definitly recomend this hitch to everyone.

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Dale F.

12/23/2019

Every thing has been working good. Seems to take a good jolt to get it to slide with the trailer attached. Still a great product



by: Dennis A.02/02/2019

Was as described very heavy, I would have given 5 stars but after installing I tried to take up. Not gonna happen unless I have some kind of hoist.

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Dennis A.

2/3/2020

Very Good, just wish I had got without slider as never use this part. When I tried to use it it would the fifth wheel would hit to of tail gate. I have no problem at cab of truck when forward. E trailer is my first choice when I make a purchase for my truck.



by: Donald04/20/2026

Easy to install and easy to use.



by: Gary 12/12/2023

This hitch works extremely well. The slide is nice if you get into any tight cornering situations. The hitch top and base separate making it a bit easier to mount and unmount.The lock washer used with the mounting bolt that draws up against the gooseneck pin broke on the 2nd use. I had 2 different torque wrenches set to 79 lbs that I tested the bolt with. Unsure why it broke. But overall we love this hitch and we pull a 38f 5ver without issue. Very smooth ride.

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Gary

12/13/2024

The B &amp W Companion hitch has serviced us very well for the last year. Weve been out on about 8 trips during the past year.



by: Don10/15/2019

Excellent experience all the way around! From customer service to sales all the way to will call. Product was easy to install and works excellent.



by: Ginger10/29/2020

Quality product....impressed with the workmanship of B&W. Can't wait to hook 'er up and use it. Shipping was slow but worth the wait.



by: Mark08/11/2026

Best one out there by far.



by: Jeremy05/08/2023

Fast shipping and the box was in perfect condition. I appreciate the amazing customer service. They were friendly and had a good attitude when I called with questions. I look forward to shopping with them in the future. The shipping company called ahead of time and scheduled the delivery because it was such a large item they were friendly and was within their timeframe. Thank you etrailer.com I appreciate it.



by: Mark01/30/2023

Installed this unit myself and worked perfect. Everything was clearly provided in the directions. If you follow the directions exactly everything goes in perfectly smooth. Like the setup allowing use of my bed if needed. I also got the 5th wheel unit and both the 5th wheel and gooseneck are great options.



by: Michael05/14/2021

Too heavy for one person to install unless you did what I had to do (alone without any help). Removed the bolt from the tailgate end of the roller tubes, pulled the tubes out and separated the upper assemble from the lower bed contact assembly. Doing that allowed me to lift each piece into the bed without tracking down a neighbor.



by: Tripp01/30/2017

Works great. Love the slide feature. Let's me move the clack back so I can fuel up the generator without needing to unhook. Coach just floates behind truck with this hitch. Super simple to hookup and unhook as well.



by: Anthony03/11/2023

Extremely easy install. You will need a torque wrench that’ll go up to 110 ft/lbs. glad I did my research and went with the B&w gooseneck hitch in anticipation of getting this 5th wheel companion hitch at a later time.



by: Justin & Diana10/15/2023

Outstanding product! Purchased for a 2020 Dodge Ram 2500 w/6.4L Hemi. It took my wife & I about 8 hours to install & everything went together nicely. ~2 hour delay because I wasn’t paying attention & installed the base backwards & had to build a gantry to lift it out. I definitely recommend greasing the round hitch receiver in the bed floor & the square hitch in the base before installing to make removal easier. I recommend the product & looking forward to years of goose neck & 5th wheel hitch use.



by: Ethan06/11/2026

Fantastic product! Worked great. Just heavy definitely need 2 people to install it.



by: Tim03/18/2018

This hitch is one fine piece of equipment. Instructions were perfectly detailed and if that's not enough there are videos to guide you. Installed in 4 hours with no problems. Haven't gone anywhere yet but did hook up to camper and was impressed. 2017 Ram 2500 Short Bed

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Tim

3/19/2019

I’m still very impressed with this hitch no problems and no slop



by: Leon 12/02/2024

The best 5th wheel I have ever owned. It is very easy and quiet to slide and not a lot of noise going down the highway even if the road is a little rough. It is a little heavy but my cherry picker hoist makes it an easy job if I need to remove it. I did make a rolling stand for moving it around. Also I like no rails in the bed when it is removed.

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Leon

12/3/2025

It is still the best 5th wheel hitch that Ive owned. Very minor maintenance required. Just a little white lithium grease on the swivel points and a Teflon plate instead of grease.



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YouTube made this install smooth. Install took about 2 hours by myself. The performance is awesome and the hookup to the trailer is super easy. I would recommend this hitch to anyone.



by: Cj09/02/2026

it surpassed my expectations with the quality of this hitch and shipping was crazy fast definitely impressed



by: Christopher04/25/2026

Solid, well built hitch. Arrived sooner than expected, and was a breeze to assemble and install. Thanks Etrailer for consistent service as always.

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Gwendolyn Y.

4/30/2026

Looks great in your truck. Thanks for always relying on us, Christopher! We will always be here when you need us next.


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  • Is There A Replacement Pin Box For The Lippert Rhino Box
    The new Rhino Box from Lippert currently has no replacements so you won't be able to swap out this pin box with a Sidewinder to add more turning clearance. Because of this you'll have to use a sliding 5th wheel hitch in your 6.5' bed to help prevent the nose your 5th wheel from coming into contact with the cab of your 2021 Ram 3500. Unfortunately since you have RamBoxes you will not be be able to tow a 5th wheel without using a rotating pin box and would not be able to tow a trailer with...
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  • How Difficult Is Installation of Reese RP87FR Elite Under Bed Rail Kit on 2017 Ford F-250
    The Reese Elite Series under bed puck system, part # RP87FR is compatible with your 2017 Ford F250. The puck spacing is identical to hat of the Ford OEM system, so you'd be able to use any puck mounted hitch designed for the Ford OEM tow/prep package puck system. As you can see by clicking the provided instruction link, the bed will indeed need to be removed temporarily for the installation of the rail kit. Also, if the inner brackets shown in figure # 4 aren't welded to the truck frame,...
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  • 5th Wheel Hitch for Gooseneck Ball in 2005 Ram 2500 Short Bed
    Hi Mike; I noticed you were looking at a B&W 5th wheel hitch. Is your gooseneck hitch the B&W Turnoverball? The hole for the ball would be square if it is. If so, you can use the B&W Companion # BWRVK3400-5W. However, this is a heavy sucker so not exactly the most manageable for one person. The Andersen Aluminum Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection 2 Gooseneck # 3220 will also work (works with any brand gooseneck hitch). This hitch is incredibly light with the base at 35 lbs so that sounds more...
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  • Below Bed 5th Wheel Installation Kit Needed For A 2000 Ford F-250
    Hey Judah, For below bed you would need to go with the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # BWGNRK1108 and then use either the fixed base Companion # BWRVK3500 or slider base Companion # BWRVK3400-5W depending on whether you have a long bed or short bed. If your bed is less than 8' then you'll want to go with the slider base to gain some additional turning clearance when making tight turns. This setup would also allow you to tow gooseneck trailers but removing the hitch...
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  • Recommended Sliding 5th Wheel HItch & Rails For 2021 Ford F-250 Super Duty
    First, let's start with if you can use a sliding hitch in a long bed, and yes you definitely can, you simply won't use the slide feature but otherwise it will work exactly the same. As for the hitch and base rails, I highly recommend the B&W Patriot, with the correct parts for your 2021 Ford F-250 Super Duty being the following: - B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3270 - B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # BWRVK2402 I really like the Patriot because there just...
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  • Solution for Adding OEM Prep Package on 2024 Ram 3500
    Hello Melissa; the OEM prep package is not something we offer. If you really want the underbed puck system with the gooseneck hitch you will need to get it from the Mopar parts site or through a local dealer. Since you're planning on using a B&W Companion, I recommend the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # BWGNRK1320 instead. The B&W Turnoverball is a gooseneck hitch but also acts as the mounting point for the Companion. This will also mean less holes in the bed of the...
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  • Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for a Short Bed Truck w/a Turnover Gooseneck Hitch
    Hey Dennis, welcome back! I have a couple of options for you depending on what you mean by flip over ball. If your 2014 Ram 2500's gooseneck ball goes into a square shaped receiver like item # BWGNRK1384, then I highly recommend the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider item # BWRVK3400-5W. I attached a picture below so you can see what I mean by square shaped receiver. The B&W Companion item # BWRVK3400-5W is designed specifically to fit in the square gooseneck receiver. It...
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  • Installation of 5th Wheel Rails for 2018 Ford F-250 4x4 with 6.5 Foot Bed
    The B&W Custom Mounting Brackets for Patriot 5th Wheel Above Bed Base Rails # BWRVR2401 will come with installation instructions but is not the correct fit for your 2018 Ford F-250. You will instead want the # BWRVR2402 for 2017 and 2018 models. The # BWRVR2401 is the fit for 2011-2016 models. I've attached some photos of the installation details for your 2018 F-250 to assist.
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  • 5th Wheel Hitch for Clean Bed Once Removed on a 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 Short Bed
    If you are wanting to keep the bed of your 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 clean then I highly recommend using the B&W Companion # BWRVK3400-5W because it mounts in the B&W Gooseneck Hitch # BWGNRK1059-5W. Instead of having bed rails in the bed of your truck you just have the gooseneck hitch ball receiver and safety chain loops as you can see in the attached photo. The Companion is made right here in the USA, has a 20,000 lb weight capacity (which is more than your pickup), 17" - 19" of height...
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  • Recommendation for a 2014 Ram 2500 Short Bed To Navigate Tight Campground Turns
    I can help you navigate those tight turns in your 2014 Ram 2500. Since the Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter # CAB-C5GX1216 that you referenced does not move the pivot point further back you really do not gain much clearance for tight turns with a short bed truck. Also, if you use an offset adapter like this you can not use an additional offset adapter like the B and W extender you referenced. This would cause too much leverage on the trailer. Instead I would highly...
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  • Best Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch For Clean Bed on 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 With or Without Puck System
    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 2020...
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  • How to Measure 5th Wheel Hitch Height for a 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 W/ a Short Bed
    Ok so in order to determine the correct height setting for your 5th wheel and your GMC Sierra 3500, you'd need to level your setup and measure from the ground to the bottom of the pin box and choose a height setting that gives you the most level ride (17" - 19" for the B&W Companion # BWRVK3400-5W you're looking at). Keep in mind that we recommend having at least 5-6" of space between the bed rails and your truck/trailer to make sure you don't have any contact between the two. Since...
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  • Does B&W Turnoverball Work With 5th Wheel Hitch
    Hey David! The B&W Turnoverball # BW73FR does allow the installation of a 5th wheel hitch as well. That is one of the best things about this system. You will need the B&W Companion # BWRVK3500-5W or # BWRVK3400-5W (slider). Both install using the square hole on the Turnoverball. What truck do you have?
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  • I Own A 2017 Ram 2500 with No Factory Installed Puck System Do You Sell An Aftermarket System?
    The factory puck system that was available for your 2017 Ram 2500 is integrated into the frame and cannot be installed as an aftermarket part. There are some underbed mounted fifth wheel hitch install kits but as of right now none of them install a puck system. The only underbed kit available for your Ram is the B&W, part # BWGNRK1384-5W, that uses the B&W companion hitch, part # BWRVK3400-5W. (I have a picture attached that will show how this will look installed on your bed.) The Custom...
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  • 2018 Ram 2500 with Rambox and the Sidewinder Pinbox
    That you are looking at the B&W options for 5th wheel hitches is great; they are possibly the best manufacturer of hitches currently on the market. We can get you set up for proper hauling of a 5th wheel with your Rambox equipped 2500 series Ram however, the use of the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3400-5W that you have listed is not the way to go with a Sidewinder pinbox. If you do not have the factory installed puck system in your 2018 Ram 2500, that is not...
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  • Troubleshooting 5th Wheel Chucking with Andersen Ultimate Gooseneck Hitch
    The Andersen Ultimate is a nice option for being lightweight, but it is not any help with chucking as you described. It has absolutely no built in assistance for that function. You are pulling a really big trailer, so the chucking will be worse with that than a lightweight 5th wheel because there is simply more momentum so you will feel it more. There really isn't a way to help with the chucking you are experiencing with that particular hitch as air ride will definitely help some but...
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  • Best 5th Wheel Hitch Setup For Full Bed Access On A 2011 Ford F350
    Hello Jonathan, thanks for reaching out. The best way to keep full bed access on your 2011 F350 will be to go with a B&W Tunoverball/Companion hitch setup. For your truck you can use # BWGNRK1111-5W for the installation kit and the # BWRVK3400-5W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch. There are a few big advantages to going with this setup. First, the installation kit is actually a B&W gooseneck hitch. So, with the hitch removed from the bed, you will still have the full bed at your disposal with...
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  • How to Determine Clearance for Gooseneck Hitch on 2016 Dodge Ram 2500
    You need to use the following calculation to find if you have enough clearance: (A + B) - C = Clearance A = Distance from the gooseneck ball to the truck cab B = Offset used C = Width of the nose of the trailer divided by 2. So your A is 35" and C is 48" which means right now Clearance = -13". You really want A to be 4" more than C so in this case you need a 17" offset. Even if you combine an offset ball with an offset adapter you aren't going to be able to get to 17" or even 13". The...
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  • Gooseneck Hitch and Air Bags for 2025 Ram 1500 RHO
    Hey Jay! For a gooseneck hitch you need the B&W Turnoverball # BW94UR. I'm not entirely sure what you have in mind for towing, but you can use this as a standard gooseneck or add the Companion 5th wheel hitch to tow your 5th wheel. If you're wanting to use a gooseneck pin box clearance is going to be a problem. The right Companion depends on your bed length. If you have the 6-1/2' bed you need the slider # BWRVK3400-5W and if it is the 5-1/2' bed the fixed Companion # BWRVK3500 with a...
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  • Recommend 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2019 Ram 3500 6-1/2" Bed with a B&W Turnover Ball
    Nice setup Jeff, happy to help! Since you've already ordered the B&W Turnoverball for your 2019 Ram 2500, my recommendation is the B&W Companion Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3400-5W that's designed for the Turnoverball system. It's one of our most popular hitches thanks to its dual jaw design, smooth ride and easy removal when you need full bed access. The Curt Helux pin box is fully compatible with the B&W Companion, so you won't have any compatibility issues with that combination. Which...
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  • Options For Towing A 5th Wheel With A 2022 Toyota Tundra SR2 Short Bed
    Hi Ingram! There is one option for adding a 5th wheel to your 2022 Toyota Tundra SR2 with the short bed, but it is a very good option. And I'm not just saying that as it's the only one. What you will need is the B&W Companion Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Turnoverball for Toyota Tundra - Dual Jaw - 20K # BW45XR. This gives you a gooseneck and a 5th wheel with the added benefit of there being no above bed rails in your bed, which I think is better. B&W makes the easiest to use sliding system...
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  • Best 5th Wheel Hitch Setup For 2018 GMC Sierra 2500 Denali Short Bed Without Factory Tow Package
    Hello Darik, thanks for reaching out. Between the two setups you mentioned, the B&W companion setup is definitely the better option. The B&W hitches are just super solid and durable and I recommend them every chance I get. Here is what I recommend for your truck: - B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs # BWGNRK1016 - B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs # BWRVK3400-5W The Reese hitch you mentioned...
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  • Are The B&W Turnoverball BWGNRK1108 And Companion BWRVK3400-5W Compatible With Each Other?
    Hi Nate! The B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3400-5W and B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # BWGNRK1108 are definitely compatible with each other. Just be aware that the 5th wheel hitch rated to 20K and that will be the max you can tow when using it, even though the gooseneck is rated to 30K. You are always limited by the lowest rated component. This set up will also fit your 2004 Ford F-350 Super Duty perfectly. It will also fit the short bed or...
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  • Under-Bed Rail System and Gooseneck for 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 Denali
    Hey Dave! There are no options for an aftermarket under-bed system like the OEM puck system for your 2019 GMC Sierra 3500. However, what you can use is the B&W Companion Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Turnoverball for Chevy/GMC # BW23SR. This will leave your bed completely free when not in use just like the puck system. The Turnoverball gooseneck hitch also acts as the mounting point for the B&W Companion so you will have the option to use both depending on your towing needs. B&W makes incredibly...
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