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• Will RoadActive Suspension Kit Reduce Sag in 2017 GMC Sierra 2500?
  Though there is not a specific number I can offer, what I can tell you is that the Roadmaster Active Suspension Kit # RAS3611-HD is designed to level your 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 under a maximum 3,000 lb load. So what will happen is you will no longer experience the 1" of sag you said you were encountering, though your trailer will ride an inch higher in front. This is going to be true regardless of the suspension enhancement though there may be a solution. If you haven't already, unbolt...
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• Troubleshooting Curt A20 Fifth Wheel Hitch That Doesn't Want to Latch
  Sounds like the jaws of your Curt A20 fifth wheel hitch # C16064 are in need of lubrication. I attached a chart that has the maintenance schedule for the hitch. If you are still having issues after following that chart let me know and we can go from there.
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch For 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 Denali Crew Cab With Factory Prep Package
  For your 2017 GMC Sierra 2500 Denali, I recommend the Curt Ball and Safety Chain Loop Kit for Factory Chevy and GM Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch, # C60692. This is a confirmed fit for your factory prep package. This ball and loop kit are rated for 30,000lbs so you will be limited by your truck capacity not the hitch. To give you easy access to connect your trailer wiring of your 2014 Coachmen Brookstone, I recommend the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector...
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• Best Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2020 Silverado 2500 Long Bed w/ Factory Prep Package
  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 connection...
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• Can B&W Patriot 18K 5thWheel Hitch Be Made Compatible with Puck System on 2021 Chevy Silverado 3500
  B&W offers a replacement slider unit for the Patriot 5th wheel hitch, part # BWRVB3270. You'd simply remove the hitch head from the current stationary model and install it on the slider. This being said, the problem comes in when you try to find something to adapt the slider to the GM puck system. Demco states that their # DM6333 adapter isn't compatible with the B&W Patriot Slider. Curt offers a puck adapter, part # C88KR but neither Curt nor B&W will confirm fit, because the haven't...
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• Adjusting the Height of Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16064
  The additional bolt holes on the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16064 are so you can adjust the height setting of the hitch. You only need to use the included four M14 hex bolts, and you will simply select a set of mounting holes that will allow for sufficient clearance between the 5th wheel trailer and the sides of the tow vehicle. You will use two hex bolts for each hitch leg, using the outermost bolt holes on the hitch. I do not recommend using the additional bolt holes to set the...
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• Troubleshooting Curt A20 5th Wheel Hitch With Chevy/GM Legs That Wont Line Up With The Pucks
  If the legs of your Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package # C16064 got torqued down even slightly crooked this could be the cause of the 1/4" interference. I also complete installs on video here and when it comes to torqueing down components if you don't get them placed exactly right when tightening them down they will fight you to the death. I recommend taking the issue leg off and realigning it and retightening it down, alternating between the bolts to prevent...
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• How To Determine That Height Setting For Your Curt Fifth Wheel Hitch
  The height setting for your Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package # C16064 will depending on the difference between the height of your bed and height from the ground to the king pin plate while the trailer is level. For example if your bed height is 40" and the king pin plate height is 55" then you would have a 15" difference and would want to place your hitch at 15" tall. When setting the height of your 5th wheel hitch you also need to keep in mind that you'll...
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• Can Head of Curt A20 Fifth Wheel Hitch Pivot from Left to Right
  Yes, the head of the Curt A20 part # C16064 can pivot from left to right to help with connecting and disconnecting on ground that isn't perfectly level. If you check out the review video I attached for this hitch you can see that the head can pivot left to right.
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• Which Curt A20 Fixed Hitch Fits Ford F-350 OEM Rail Kit
  Curt has an A20 hitch that fits the factory Ford rail kit with the part # C16034 but the # C16064 that you mentioned would only fit GM trucks.
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• How To Measure to Determine Whether Or Not Sliding Hitch is Needed on 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500
  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 the clearance...
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• Will Stationary Curt A20 Hitch Fit 2017 Chevy Silverado 2500 Short Bed Puck System
  The puck system layout for the 6-1/2' and 8' beds on a 2017 Chevy Silverado 2500 are the same so you can use the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16064 for your short bed truck. Please note your 5th wheel trailer needs a V-Nose for you to be able to make tight turns without hitting your truck cab. Attached are review videos for you to check out.
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• How to Mount Husky 16K 5th Wheel Hitch Into OEM Prep Package of 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD
  I have a solution for you on this. The Husky and TrailBoss 5th wheel hitches are designed to fit into industry standard 5th wheel rails like the Curt # C16429-204, which is a confirmed fit on your 2020 Silverado 2500. However, if you've got the OEM prep package on your 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 you'll need to use the Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Chevy/GMC OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package - 21K # DM6333 to mount one of those hitches in the truck. This adapter drops into the pucks...
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• Troubleshooting Jaws on Curt A20 5TH Wheel Hitch That Will Not Uncouple From Kin Pin On Trailer
  If the jaws on the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16064 are not uncoupling when you pull the handle on the hitch as indicated by indicator(see image) you may have to much weight pulling against the jaws. If you are on a hill you will want to chock the wheels on your trailer to prevent the trailer from rolling. You can then take some of the weight off of the truck using the landing gear. Have a 2nd person in the truck who can then place it in neutral and let the truck slide freely and...
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• Comparing Curt A20 and Q20 for 2016 Chevy Silverado 2500 With Pucks and Rotating Pin Box On Trailer
  I recommend the Curt A-Series over the Curt Q-Series because the Curt A-Series is actually the new and improved version of the Curt Q-Series. The Curt A-Series has a new hitch head that contains interlocking dual jaws which grip the king kin tighter than the dual jaws of the Curt Q-Series therefore provide more security and less chucking/jarring. The tilting mechanism has also changed to further improve ride quality and ease of use. Lastly, both of these hitches should not be used with...
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• How to Lubricate the Jaws of a Curt 20k 5th Wheel Hitch
  Not sure which Curt 20K hitch you have but if you're having an issue with the Curt A20 fifth wheel hitch item # C16064 you should check the lubrication. I attached a chart that has the maintenance schedule for the hitch. If this isn't the one you have go ahead and email me back and comment below which one you're having issues with and I'll be happy to look up some troubleshooting solutions for you. The Curt A20 5th Wheel Hitch item # C16064 can be greased with some high-pressure grease...
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• Troubleshooting Mounting The Curt A20 Hitch Head To Curt R20 Slider Base
  With the R20 Roller legs # C16550 you'll only be using the outer hole with the threads to attach the Curt A20 Head Unit # C16540. You should have an outer column of holes below the one you have pictured to use for the different height settings. The inner columns would be used with a different set of legs and the other holes in the legs would be used with different heads since they are also used with lower rated options. If your outer threaded mounting hole on the legs is not matching...
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• Curt Fifth Wheel Hitch Installed in Bed of 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500 Short Bed with OEM Rail Kit
  It's not uncommon for people to install fifth wheel hitches in the bed of their trucks like the Curt A20 for GM Rail Kits part # C16064 that you referenced. This is a solid hitch, but since your truck is a short bed you'd instead need the slider versions part # C55DR with Rails # C47BR to give you the clearance to make tight turns without the cab of your truck hitting the nose of the trailer.
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• Recommended Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2016 Chevy Silverado 3500 With Factory Puck System
  The only manufacturers with a hitch available to fit in the puck system of your 2016 Chevy Silverado 3500 are Curt and B&W. That is not a bad thing however, because many people find the B&W Companion # BWRVK3700 to be among the highest quality fifth wheel hitches available. It has a towing capacity of 20,000 lbs, which is more than enough for a trailer with a GVWR of nearly 17,000 lbs. The Companion also uses dual jaws which are a full 1" thick to create contact with the king pin, a head...
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• Fifth Wheel Hitches that Will Work With Factory Rail Kit On 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
  We have several fifth wheel hitches that are designed to fit in the factory rail kit on your 2017 Silverado 3500. Here is a list of the available hitches. B&W Companion 20,000-lb, part # BWRVK3700. Curt 24,000-lb, part # C16545-16025 or part # C16069. Curt 20,000-lb, part # C16530-16025 or part # C16064. Curt 16,000-lb part # C16520-16025. All of these hitches will work well with your truck. If you need a 7-way trailer wiring harness in the truck bed I recommend part # 41157.
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• Adding a Gooseneck Hitch or 5th Wheel Hitch to a 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 with Factory Prep Package
  Reese Elite Series Above-Bed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # RP30845 was designed for aftermarket under bed 5th wheel installation kits but not the factory set up on your 2016 GMC Sierra 3500. But if the truck also has the center hole for a gooseneck ball you can use # C60692 to add a ball and safety chain loops. If you do not have the center gooseneck hole then I recommend using a 5th wheel trailer hitch that mounts directly to the factory prep package. If your truck is a long bed you can use...
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• Curt Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Chevy Silverado 3500 to Tow 17k GVWR Trailer
  The A-Series Curt hitches are the way to go over the Q-Series from what you mentioned. The A-Series has an updated head and jaw design that allows the king pin to be held tighter which translates into a smoother ride qualify. So since your trailer has a 17k GVWR I'd go with the Curt A20 part # C16064 which fits your 2018 Chevy Silverado 3500 OEM rail kit directly and you'd have 3k of extra capacity. If you think you'd end up towing a heavier trailer at some point the A25 part # C16066...
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch For 2017 Chevy 3500 With Factory Rail Kit
  For your 2017 Chevy 3500, I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs # BWRVK3700. This hitch is about 30 lbs lighter than the Curt A20 # C16064. The B&W hitch is not as fancy looking as the Curt, but our customers have come to it time and time again because it is an extremely well made and functional hitch. It has dual jaws for a secure king pin connection for less jarring and chucking for a smoother ride. It has a cam...
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• Which 5th Wheel Hitches that Fit Directly in Factory Prep Package on 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 Long Bed
  For your 2017 GMC Sierra 3500 with 8 foot bed there are several options for 5th wheel trailer hitches that will fit directly into the factory prep package. I made a list of the available options and videos for you. I like the B&W Companion hitches because they are well-made and versatile. B&W Companion 20K # BWRVK3700 Curt 24K # C16545-16025 or # C16069 Curt 20K # C16530-16025 or # C16064 Curt 16K # C16520-16025
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