Replacement Base for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - 20,000 lbs
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Replacement Base for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - 20,000 lbs
Item # BWRVB3500
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B and W Accessories and Parts - BWRVB3500
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
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This replacement unit fits into your B&W Turnoverball underbed gooseneck hitch to provide the base for the B&W Companion fifth-wheel trailer hitch.
Features:
- Replacement base fits B&W Companion fifth-wheel trailer hitch (BWRVK3500 - sold separately)
- Adjustable pivot arms let you mount hitch head (sold separately) to fit your application
- Move arms fore or aft for improved cab clearance
- Raise or lower with 3 height settings
- Polyurethane bushings on pivot arms offer a rattle-free ride
- Wide-stance base offers strength and stability
- Plastic footpads attach to hitch base and fill truck bed corrugation to create a better fit
- Quick, simple installation
- RV post installs in ball hole of B&W Turnoverball gooseneck hitch
- Gray powder coated steel is corrosion resistant
- Made in the USA
Specs:
- Gross towing weight: 20,000 lbs
- Vertical load limit: 5,000 lbs
- Limited lifetime warranty
RVB3500 B and W Companion 3500 Series Fifth Wheel Hitch Base
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Customer Reviews
Replacement Base for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - 20,000 lbs - BWRVB3500
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (51 Customer Reviews)
This replacement unit fits into your B&W Turnoverball underbed gooseneck hitch to provide the base for the B&W Companion fifth-wheel trailer hitch.
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Larry S - 09/18/2020
by: Larry S.09/17/2019
I made an online order with etrailer.com for a B&W Companion Replacement Base on 9/11/19 and received an email with tracking information and an estimated arrival date of 9/17/19. The base arrived 9/13/19 (two days after my order) in perfect condition. I also received an email containing a toll-free number to call if I had any questions or needed any assistance. I gave etrailer.com a 5 star rating and will not hesitate to use them for any future purchases. They are OUTSTANDING!
Comments
The new B&W Companion Replacement Base is GREAT! Much better than the original.
Larry S - 09/18/2020
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Bob B - 11/16/2020
by: Bob B11/13/2019
The new hitch was higher and allowed my fifth wheel to clear the bed cover I installed on my truck. It was as described and arrived very quick. Thank you for the great service.
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B&W make great heavy duty hitches. My truck is ten years old and have used the same head the entire time. Purchased the upgraded base last year before leaving Michigan for Texas. has been in my truck ever since. Have had no problems or issues what so ever. Super product and etrailer had the best price and super service.
Bob B - 11/16/2020
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by: Bill B.04/06/2019
The B&W 3500 Base unit is extremely well built. Putting it together and installing in existing turn-over ball gooseneck hitch was a snap. Great information on etrailer's site. After transferring the old 3000 Companion to a newer truck(2013 GMC 3500HD) was never satisfied with performance seemed to be denting truck bed. So glad the 3500 was created and upgrading to 20,000 lb capacity is a big plus. The older hitch head fit perfect as stated in etrailer's information. Everything worked smooth from ordering to shipping(free!) to installation. Thanks so much.
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by: Lincoln W.09/11/2015
This B&W RVB3500 base unit is a very good, sturdy product. The head unit mounts securely to the base quickly and easily. The workmanship is top notch, and the base is easy to assemble. I like the fact that the base unit can be easily removed/installed in my truck bed, and that when removed it leaves no mounting hardware that could interfere with use of the bed for hauling cargo. eTrailer.com is a great company to purchase from!
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by: Raymond C01/24/2019
Simply the best. Been towing large fifthwheels for many years and tried different brands. Have used this brand fiftwheel hitch on 3 different trucks. This one has a higher tow capacity than the older version. B&W is the best on the market period and can't go wrong getting it from etrailer.
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Dan C - 12/20/2018
by: Dan C12/20/2017
I was using the RVK3000 base with my old truck. Didnt want to spend the $$ for a whole new hitch as it had only 1500 miles on it. Saw another review on this base and that the old head would work with it, so I hesitantly ordered it. Dang, it got here fast with the shipping upgrade. Box was a little tattered thanks to UPS, but then again it weighed a ton, and all the parts were there. Configured my arms and nervously placed the 5th head on it, and perfect!!! 1.5 inches taller as my 2017 F350 needed and no other adjustments to my trailers 5th wheel pin box thank you !! I am a loyal B&W fan, and etrailer is #1 in my book too... All during this christmas rush !!
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Love this hitch !!
Dan C - 12/20/2018
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Matthew - 11/06/2018
by: Matthew11/06/2017
Love the new base for my 5th wheel. The easy to use pre-load screw makes tightening down the system much quicker and easier. Also like the poly bars fit in the truck bed slots to minimize side movement. My older base was loaned to a friend and he bent the framework by not tightening the bar to the pin. I was glad to see a higher rated replacement with better features available.
Comments
Still working as designed one year later.
Matthew - 11/06/2018
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by: Jonathan09/24/2020
The service and communication from the crew at etrailer.com was amazing. I got emailed tracking alerts along the way and they helped ensure that I'd receive my replacement base before my next trip. etrailer.com is turning out to be my new go-to supplier for my trailer needs.
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by: Arthur07/23/2020
the gooseneck hitch base is a great product for B&M. just purchasing the base allows you to use the 5th wheel receiver instead of purchasing both units if you already had the standard rail set up. I preferred to stick with the B&M hitch because I was satisfied with the set up I already had. I feel the gooseneck set up has less noise than the bed in rail style.
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by: Richard10/05/2020
Although the box wasn't in very good shape, (Not surprised given the weight of what was in it), the hitch appeared to be complete and in excellent condition. I plan on having it installed next week.
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by: Mike in calif09/28/2014
The product was excellent this is a product review I do not understand how the other reviews post about service . I am still looking for the service review.... But THE PRODUCT was as I would expect a MANUFACTURER to make it... Thank you B&W Hitches
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by: Jerry T.12/02/2014
Love the rvb-3500 converion kit that brought my B&W Companion hitch from 18, 000 to 20, 000 towing capacity. Etrailer did great on getting my product to me quickly and at a great price!
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by: Timmy06/18/2020
Very excited about the new B&W Base. I have recently purchase a second truck and wanted this base to be configured .
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by: Mark s.04/04/2014
Great hitch. My trailer across the scales is 18450. Glad to see that this hitch has been upgraded to handle my 43 foot triple axle cyclone toy hauler. Pulling the trailer with a 2012 dodge ram dually crew cab 6.7 Cummings.
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by: Mike Haley09/21/2020
Exactly what I wanted. Etrailer has never let me down and their prices are normally way less.
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by: Mike B05/16/2019
Wonderful sturdy B&W hitch. Easy to remove from the truck when you need to use the bed. Quick secure hook up to trailer with quiet secure towing. Couldn’t be happier!
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by: Matthew08/11/2020
Great hitch and easy to put together. Have used different hitches all my life and B&W is the only brand I use now.
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by: Ken C08/04/2017
The B&W base is very good the only way to pull a fifth wheel
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by: Jeff M.01/24/2015
This is great. I upgraded my Companion to the newer version for added towing capacity and the extra height helped too. The B&W system is awesome. I pull a 38 ft Toyhauler and this sytem works great. Cathy in customer service took my order on a Monday and I received it on Wednesday in California! She was a treat to work with. I called regarding a component that didn't come with the kit. It wasn't supposed to, but they contacted B & W and they are sending me the part at no charge. Buy your stuff here, you'll be happy you did.
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by: Bruce08/29/2019
The companion base I ordered was used as stated. Had a few scratches as I saw in the pictures. Got it at a good price everything was as stated and instructions. Was shipped on time. Good experience!
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by: Ben B09/16/2016
I thought shipping was going to be delayed because I had not received a tracking number as quick as I thought I should. I sent an email and received a response quickly explaining they were extremely busy and would have me one ASAP. The product shipped that day and I received it in 2 days!! Great to have free shipping that is also quick shipping! Thank you!
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by: John B.06/11/2014
I upgraded from the 3000 series to this 3500. I loved the ease of use before, the new design is even better. Easy assembly, great design. The only way to go to make your truck multi use (5th wheel and gooseneck). Fast shipping right to my front door (132 lbs shipping weight, I bet my FedEx guy wondered what in the world I was getting). I'll keep etrailer in mind for any other purchases in the future.
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by: Calvin05/03/2018
It is heavy but slid it on a Harbor Freight cheapie furniture dolly and rolled it around in the pickup bed and it worked great. It is higher than my 3000 so I'll need to adjust it down a bit. but is so much better built than the old 3000 and is so much easier to install.
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by: Tommy D.08/27/2015
Great product which will help raise my 5th wheel camper 1.5 inches higher than my model 3000 base. This will accommodate the extra height of the bed rails on my 2015 Chevrolet truck. Dealing with e trailer was quick and easy. Their service is excellent. The new model 3500 base came in great shape...no shipping damage....even arrived one day ahead of schedule! Excellent experience for me!
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by: Jim S.12/22/2014
Product is excellent and arrived in less than a week. However, the packaging left much to be desired - The hitch base was very scratched and chipped from the shipping and there weren't any installation instructions in the shipment. Needless to say I was able to go to the manufacturer's web site to download the instructions, but I didn't feel that should have been necessary.
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- Replacement Head for B&W Companion Base RVB3500We do have the correct replacement head unit for your B&W Companion, though the RVC is actually the part number for the head unit, so for a 3500 you would have the Base for B&W Companion # BWRVB3500. The correct head unit for this base is the Replacement Head Assembly for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVC3006.
view full answer... - Comparing Weight of B&W Companion Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch Base to Fixed Base for Ford OEM Prep PucksFor the Ford OEM pucks, the Replacement Base for B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ford Super Duty # BWRVB3300 weighs 79 lbs as opposed to the Replacement Slider Base for B&W OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Ford Towing Prep Package - 20K # BWRVB3370 which weighs 192 lbs. This is a 113 lb difference. The head installs separately and will weigh 73 lbs. That difference however is not any loss in Payload as that is calculated based on your actual bed cargo and the underbed B&W...
view full answer... - How To Convert Older Style B and W Companion to Modern CompanionThe best option to modernize your older B and W Companion is to switch out the base to part # BWRVB3500 so you will not have to deal with finding the correct u-bolts in the future if you need them because they are no longer available. You would just use your current head on the new base.
view full answer... - Are B and W Companion and Patriot Heads InterchangeableFunctionally they are the same as they have the same jaw design, but they do attach differently so they are not interchangeable. The Patriot head replacement is the part # BWRVC3200 and the Companion head replacement is # BWRVC3006.
view full answer... - Replacement Base for Older B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch That Used U-BoltsThe model of B&W Companion 5th wheel hitch you have is the older one that used U-bolts. And while I'm sure it has aged gracefully for the most part, if you have U-bolts that need replacement the only option is to convert your hitch to the new style with the Replacement Base for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVB3500. The reason for that is the U-bolts you are looking for are no longer available. While that is undoubtedly not the news you wanted to hear, a new base is going...
view full answer... - Weight and Overall Height and Width for Replacement Base for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer HitchReplacement Base for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVB3500 weighs approximately 131 pounds. Its footprint (overall length and width) is 36 inches by 30-1/2 inches. The measurement from the center of the post where it mounts to the forward edge nearest the truck cab is 18-1/2 inches.
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- Replacement Hardware For B&W Companion HitchFor your companion hitch the replacement pivot arms are now only available with the base which for your model 3000 is # BWRVB3500. I'm not sure what u-bolts you are referring to, so I assume it is the chains and that is part # BW1900-2-1600. If you are looking for the saddle pin, that is # BW3025-119A.
view full answer... - How to Convert Older B and W Companion 3000 to Newer Style CompanionI spoke with my contact at B and W and he told me that you will need to replace the base of your Companion 3000 with the base part # BWRVB3500. Basically you will be able to reuse the head of your current hitch by replacing the base.
view full answer... - Will a Model 3000 B&W 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Fit the 3500 Base and Provide a 20K CapacityI spoke with my contact at B&W. I am happy to report that you can mount the 3000 model head on the 3500 model base, # BWRVB3500. And it would provide a 20,000 pound capacity. Please consult the owners manual for your 2006 Ford F-350 just to make sure it has the capacity you need as well.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Ford Vibration When Accelerating from a Stop in a 2006 F350Ford trucks around your year truck are kind of notorious for that vibration or shudder that you described. Especially if the vehicle is a manual transmission it seems. I have read about people going to great lengths to try and fix it, just like you, and never were able to totally get rid of the problem. I experienced this in old coworkers of mine's Ford truck as well another friend of mine's truck. As far as moving the hitch forward in the bed of your truck, you could try it but I wouldn't...
view full answer... - Will Hitch Head from B&W Companion Slider Hitch fit Replacement Fixed Companion BaseYes, the head from a B&W Companion Slider Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter # BWRVK3400 will fit on the Replacement Base for B&W Companion # BWRVB3500. I confirmed this fit with my contact at B&W. The head assembly for the Companion Slider and Companion fixed hitches is the same, # BWRVC3006.
view full answer... - How Does B&W Companion Hitch Remove from Turnoverball Gooseneck HitchI attached a link to the install instructions for the B and W Companion Hitch part # BWRVK3500 you referenced plus attached a review video that walks you through the install process. You would basically just need to reverse the steps in the video. Basically you would want to remove the head of the hitch to lighten it up, then pull the pin under the wheel well of the truck to release the hitch, and then pull the base out of the socket.
view full answer... - B&W Companion Base Compatibility with Plastic BedlinerThe Replacement Base for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - 20,000 lbs # BWRVB3500 will work with almost all plastic bedliners. This will fit in a very similar way to the older style that used U-bolts but has more adjustability front and back to allow better positioning over the axle for newer model trucks. The vertical adjustment of that shank in the B&W Gooseneck has not changed.
view full answer... - Will B&W Companion Hitch RVK3000 Fit Turnoverball Gooseneck HitchThe RVK3000 is an older version of the B&W Companion hitch part # BWRVK3500 that you also mentioned. Both of these hitches were designed to fit the Turnoverball gooseneck hitches so yes, the RVK3000 would fit one too.
view full answer... - Will an Older B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch Head Fit the Companion Base for Ford Factory Prep?Yes. The old B&W Companion head is not a different design from the current model, so you can simply get the base # BWRVB3300 that is compatible with your Ford factory puck system and utilize your current hitch head on your 2017 F-350.
view full answer... - Moving a B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2009 Ford F-350 to a 2018 Ram 2500 with Factory PucksThe only way to use your existing Companion 5th wheel hitch with your new 2018 Ram 2500 with the factory prep package is to replace the base with # BWRVB3600. This base will accept the head that you already have and it will mount in the factory pucks in the Ram's bed. If you have a short bed Ram you would need the slider base, # BWRVB3670, instead. The other option is a different hitch but that will end up costing you more than just replacing the Companion base.
view full answer... - Can the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Be Used With Above Bed Base RailsThe B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch is offered in two different mounting configurations, the OEM which is for factory installed pucks and the Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel which is for the B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch. Therefore, there is no way to install either of the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches on above bed base rails. However, you could install the B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch and then obtain the Replacement Base for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVB3500...
view full answer... - B&W Companion Hitch Underbed Installation Kit for 2019 Ford F-350The B&W Companion hitch that fits the 2006 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Series with 8-foot bed is hitch # BWRVK3500-5W and to install this fixed hitch in a 2019 Ford F-350 you will use under-bed installation kit # BWGNRK1116-5W. For an in-bed 7-way connection use part # 20110-010.
view full answer... - What Rail Kit Does B and W Companion Hitch for Ram Rail Kit FitThe Companion hitch part # BWRVK3670 that is in the question you mentioned only fits the OEM rail kit that Ram/Dodge would have put in the truck. If the truck ends up having a different brand gooseneck hitch you'd have to go a different route but that would depend on what brand hitch it is.
view full answer... - Replacement Safety Chain U-Bolt Recommendation for B and W Gooseneck HitchSounds like you are in need of replacement safety chain U-bolts for your B and W Turnoverball gooseneck hitch. For that we have them as part # BW1900-2-1600.
view full answer... - Would Head of B and W Companion Hitch RVK3500 Fit Older RVK3000Yes the head of a B and W Companion hitch # BWRVK3500 which is part # BWRVC3006 would fit on the RVK3000 Companion hitch base.
view full answer... - Troubleshooting Installation of B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch in 2001 GMC 2500The Replacement Base for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - 20,000 lbs # BWRVB3500 will fit any turnoverball gooseneck hitch. The new head # BWRVC3006 basically gives you the B&W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter # BWRVK3500 and if you look at the attached installation details you will see there are a couple different socket post positions and also a socket adjuster to assist.
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- Recommended B&W Gooseneck for 2015 Ram 3500 Mega Cab Laramie and Companion 5th Wheel HitchThe Replacement Base for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVB3500 or the full hitch # BWRVK3500 will work with your 2015 Dodge Ram 3500 Mega Cab Laramie but won't give you the best turning clearance. I recommend using the sliding hitch # BWRVK3400 which uses base # BWRVB3405 with the same hitch head as the fixed hitch. You will simply need the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs # BWGNRK1314 for your truck. I also recommend...
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- Compatibility of B&W Companion Head Between Different Bases for Different Vehicle ManufacturersThe B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs # BWRVK3600 will allow you to utilize the same hitch head with any of the B&W Companion bases. It will be compatible with the B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck base # BWRVB3500 or slider base # BWRVB3405 as well as others listed below. You will want the sliding style base for any truck that has a 6-1/2 foot bed. Long bed trucks will use the fixed base and any bed under 6 feet will require a fixed base...
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- How To Use Reuse B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch On 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500If the 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has the factory prep package then all you'd need to reuse the B&W Companion is a new base, the fixed version is part # BWRVB3710 and the slider version is part # BWRVB3775. If it does not have the the factory prep package you'd need the B&W Custom Underbed Installation Kit part # BWGNRK1020-5W and then a new base, the fixed version is part # BWRVB3500 and the slider version is part # BWRVB3405. There is no Reese Elite Underbed Rail Kit for a 2021...
view full answer... - Difference Between B&W RVB and RVK 3500 5th Wheel Hitch PartsThe RVB3500 (our part # BWRVB3500) that you referenced is simply the replacement base assembly for the full B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3500. I'm not quite sure what part you are referring to when you listed RVA as I wasn't able to cross-reference it to anything. The Companion 5th Wheel Hitch is an excellent choice for your Silverado and is considered by many to be one of the best hitch's on the market. This is largely due to its overall construction that includes robust 1...
view full answer... - Can Stationary B&W Companion be Used with Short Bed on a 2019 Ford F-250 Super DutyThe B&W Companion # BWRVK3500 will fit with the B&W Gooseneck Hitch # BWGNRK1116 whether you have the 6-1/2' or the 8' bed. The only problem you would have is if by standard bed you mean 6-1/2' then you may not have enough clearance in tight turn situations and you could possibly damage the cab of your 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty. Some newer 5th wheels are coming out with a tapered nose design. If your 5th wheel has this then you could possibly get away with the stationary Companion...
view full answer... - Availability of Aftermarket Puck System for 5th Wheel Hitch on a 2015 Ram 3500The only way for you to retain an open bed on your 2015 Ram 3500 without having the OEM system installed from Ram is to use the Custom Underbed Installation Kit # BWGNRK1314 with the B&W Companion # BWRVK3500 for a long bed or # BWRVK3400 for a short bed. If you already have a Companion then you can simply replace the base unit with part # BWRVB3500 or # BWRVB3405 respectively.
view full answer... - Will the AirLift Airbags Part # AL57390 Work with a B&W Turnoverball on a 2001 Ford F-250The Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs part # AL57390 are a confirmed fit for your 2001 Ford F-250 and will work nicely with your existing B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch part # BWGNRK1108. The only thing you will want to make note of while installing the airbags is to use the bolt supplied with the B&W hitch to attach the upper airbag bracket to the inside of the frame rail. I do have a solution for you but the Under-Bed Rail and Installation Kit for Reese...
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