The dual jaw on this sturdy 5th-wheel hitch provides excellent jaw-to-king-pin contact. Wide-stance base offers fore/aft and height adjustments. Hitch removes easily for full bed access.
Features:
5th-Wheel hitch mounts in your truck bed so you can tow your 5th-wheel trailer
Rail-free design allows for full access to truck bed when hitch is removed
1" Thick dual jaws provide 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact
Less rattle and more security than slide-bar jaws
Cam-action latching handle helps prevent binding
Simple to release, even on unlevel terrain
Lockable to secure trailer to hitch - padlock sold separately
Fully articulating head eases hookup and helps to limit chucking
Pivots front-to-back and side-to-side
Improved cab clearance achieved with 4" of front-to-back adjustment
Attach pivot arms to base in desired position fore or aft
3 Height settings to fit your application
Quiet, rattle-free ride with polyurethane bushings
Wide-stance base offers strength and stability
Plastic footpads attach to hitch base and fill truck bed corrugation to create a better fit
2-Piece design for simple setup and removal
Hitch base installs in truck bed
Hitch head secures to base
Gray powder coated steel is corrosion resistant
Custom B&W underbed mounting kit required for installation
Made in the USA
Specs:
Gross towing weight: 20,000 lbs
Vertical load limit: 5,000 lbs
Hitch height: 16-1/4" - 18-1/4"
Limited lifetime warranty
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.
Simple Removal for Full Bed Access
With the Companion from B&W, you get a heavy-duty fifth-wheel trailer hitch that mounts in your truck bed by connecting directly to a custom underbed mounting kit with the included components. No modifications are required to your truck or trailer. And no additional parts are required for the system to work. When you're done towing, the entire hitch can be removed for complete bed access.
Quiet, Secure Ride
The 1" thick jaw on the Companion is precision machined to provide a tight, sturdy connection. And unlike slide-bar models, the rounded 2-piece jaw on this fifth-wheel trailer hitch inhibits rattle and movement by securely wrapping around your trailer's king pin, resulting in easier hookup and a safer, quieter ride.
In addition to the sturdy jaw, the Companion has durable polyurethane bushings built in to provide a smoother, more comfortable towing experience. These bushings sit on top of the pivot arms that support the fifth-wheel head. Because the head is resting on a padded area, it is able to pivot without clanking. The ability of the head to pivot - both front to back and side to side - along with the trailer also helps to limit the chucking that may occur with a more static hitch.
Non-Binding Latch Handle
The dual jaw on the Companion is operated by a simple-to-use cam-action handle. This handle allows you to quickly and easily release the jaws on the hitch, even if you are on uneven terrain. If any binding does occur between your truck and trailer, the jaws may remain closed after you move the handle to the open position. But because the handle is unlatched, there is nothing keeping the jaws closed except for the binding pressure. Therefore, simply driving your truck forward will be enough to force the jaws to open.
The cam-action handle is held in the closed position with the included pin and clip. For extra security, you can replace the pin with a sturdy padlock. The shackle on the lock you choose should have a diameter of 5/16", height of 3", and a width of 2-1/4".
Assembly of the B&W Companion
To install the Companion, first bolt the included RV post to the Companion's base. This post is what inserts into the hole in your truck bed. The RV post attaches to the base in 1 of 2 ways to allow for improved cab clearance and proper positioning over your truck's axle.
The next step is to set up the Companion's pivot arms. The arms are what allow the hitch to be adjusted front to back as well as up and down for optimal positioning. As a result, this hitch can accommodate the height of your trailer and also help to give you the cab clearance needed to execute turns while towing.
To adjust either the height of the hitch or the fore/aft positioning, just attach the hitch's pivot arms in the desired location on the base. The above diagram gives an indication of where to mount the arms so that you get the height and the cab clearance that you need.
The hitch head installs on top of the pivot arms. When you have the head in position, simply secure it to the arms with the included pins.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
Is this right for you? Product Expert Alexander C says:
Yes, if you:
Are looking for a reliable hitch from a trusted, USA-based brand
Use your truck bed for things other than just towing and need to be able to remove the hitch
Just bought a new fifth wheel, but you have a horse trailer with a gooseneck too and want to be able to use the same truck to tow them
No, if you:
Have a rotating pin box like a Sidewinder on that new fifth wheel
Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part number: BWGNRK1116-5W
Install a Companion fifth-wheel hitch in your truck bed with this custom kit. Better than a traditional mounting kit, this setup doubles as a gooseneck hitch when the fifth wheel is removed, and the underbed design allows for full bed access.
Features:
Lets you install your B&W Companion 5th wheel trailer hitch (BWRVK3500 or BWRVK3400)
Doubles as heavy-duty Turnoverball gooseneck trailer hitch
Includes rails, gooseneck hitch head, safety chain loops, and hitch ball
Provides complete truck bed access when you're not towing
Single hole in center of bed is mounting point for hitch
Installs easily using existing holes in your vehicle's frame
No welding or frame drilling required
Truck bed does not have to be removed
4" Diameter hole must be cut into bed
Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant
Made in the USA
Limited lifetime warranty
B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Trailer Hitch
Not only does this kit provide you with a sturdy, custom base for installing your Companion fifth-wheel trailer hitch in the bed of your truck, but it also doubles as one of the most recognizable gooseneck hitches on the market. This fifth wheel installation kit actually is the Turnoverball gooseneck hitch from B&W.
Gooseneck Specs:
Gross towing weight: 30,000 lbs
Vertical load limit: 7,500 lbs
Ball size: 2-5/16"
With the B&W Turnoverball underbed gooseneck trailer hitch you get the best of both worlds. When you go to tow a gooseneck trailer, the Turnoverball creates a sturdy, dependable connection with your trailer. And when you're done towing, you can stow the ball upside down in the hitch to get full bed access and a clean appearance. When you're ready to tow your fifth wheel trailer, just install the Companion in the ball hole in place of the gooseneck ball and lock the post in place using the built-in handle. You can remove the fifth wheel when you're done towing, leaving your truck bed open once again.
Simple, Custom Installation
This kit is custom designed for your vehicle. The mounting brackets bolt to existing holes in your truck's frame. While some modification is required - you will need to cut a 4" diameter hole in your bed for the hitch ball and drill holes for the built-in safety chain loops - there is no need to weld onto or to drill into your frame.
Once you have the brackets and center section installed, set up the operating handle. This handle is designed to be accessed from the rear driver's-side wheel well. On the end of the handle is the heavy-duty steel pin that secures the mounting post of the Companion (or the base of the gooseneck hitch ball).
GNRM1117 B and W Turn Over Ball Gooseneck Hitch Custom Installation Kit
GNRC816 B and W Turn Over Ball Under Bed Gooseneck Hitch Center Section
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including Nickel, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.p65warnings.ca.gov.
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (3803 Customer Reviews)
The dual jaw on this sturdy 5th-wheel hitch provides excellent jaw-to-king-pin contact. Wide-stance base offers fore/aft and height adjustments. Hitch removes easily for full bed access. Install a Companion fifth-wheel hitch in your truck bed with this custom kit. Better than a traditional mounting kit, this setup doubles as a gooseneck hitch when the fifth wheel is removed, and the underbed design allows for full bed access.
by: Cory01/21/2023
I wanted to be able to easily utilize my truck bed and this hitch provides that in spades! Easy to remove and install. I absolutely have to give a shout out to Paula on customer service. She was amazing! My first shipment was damaged and missing a vital part. Paula had another one shipped right away and made my return shipment a breeze. She stayed in contact with me to the end. I felt like she shared in my joy once the install was complete! The hitch is super adjustable for optimal placement in the bed and height of the trailer. Make a few quick measurements and it just goes together quickly. Love the dual jaw release lever. Our last 5th wheel hitch had the standard pull to release lever and it was often very difficult to operate. This lever style is a game changer. Overall, I couldn't be more pleased with the product and customer service!1503945
I installed this system in my classic square body Silverado after installing the Turnover Ball BK1400 gooseneck hitch. Both work great together and this companion installed beautifully. I tow a 40’ Cougar camper with it.1706389
Great design and sturdy! I just is on a 2021 ram 2500 6.4 8' bed installing when great, nothing a single person can't handle. I would recommend to anyone.1573342
Arrived damaged, not from the delivery process but shipped this way. Extremely heavy and a hassle to return and exchange.This is the second product from etrailer that I have received that was damaged. The led lights of a previous order were also damaged.1486777
Just finished installing my B&W Companion 5th Wheel hitch. I hooked to my RV to check my instillation, everything went very smooth. I would recommend this hitch to anyone with a Gooseneck turnover ball B&W hitch installed in there truck bed. Great product, very easy instillation.310924
This part of the installation is easy. There are two main pieces. Fasten runners on the bottom of each of the two legs that sit in the bed grooves. Attach the large square pin that goes in the hole in the bed to the main base(there are several bolting patterns depending on where you want the 5th wheel assembly to sit in the bed) and set it in place. Item is heavy even without the upper part (5th wheel plate assembly). Best done by two people. 5th wheel plate assembly also heavy, but can be handled by one person. The directions are clear, easy to understand. Very nice clean setup.920964
The construction of this hitch is very heavy duty. The reason I gave this a low rating was due to the condition it was in when it arrived. There were parts missing. One of the handles that releases the upper hitch from the base was bent. There were numerous chips and deep scratches in the paint. For the amount of money I spent on this hitch I expected it to be brand new and undamaged. I sent emails with pictures to etrailer, they were supposed to issue me a credit but I never heard back from them.1282767
I installed this directly after installing the underbed turnoverball gooseneck hitch, and it was an easy install. Very well written instructions. Equipment looks robust, top notch welds, nice thick powder coat. 293446
B&W has a great product, the instructions are pretty straight forward but I also used the [online] video from b&w to help. Etrailer shipped out my order quickly and it arrived without issue! Thanks etrailer!1747198
Order was correct and delivered in time! Fit perfectly to replace the gooseneck ball.1774982
by: Marc And Julie09/20/2023
This is a fantastic product! It was recommended to me by five other people, and now that I have it, I see why. The quality is second to none. I did the installation myself, thanks to the instructions included and the excellent videos on the etrailer.com website. Took me a bit longer than the instructions indicated, but mechanical stuff always takes longer than expected for me. Big fan of this product and of etrailer.com. Consistent quality in information and products. Thank you.1670731
We received our new BW Companion hitch on time. Noticed that our BW Turnover Ball hitch already installed in truck required a shorter socket post one week out from our trip. With a quick discussion with the great people at etrailer as well as BW, we had the new socket post shipped and installed prior to leaving town. Easy install - All worked as designed. So glad to have responsive parties involved here to help us out. Thanks!526278
I would like to say that I was not looking forward to putting this hitch on my truck. I heard nothing but nightmares and horror stories, but it couldn't be farther from the truth. I had a friend come over to help (glad I did cause that turnoverball hitch would have been a bear to hold up by yourself. It was ten times easier than I would have imagined. Just follow the instructions and it's a piece of cake. We had the turnover all hitch on in less than 2 hours. Unfortunately I had a rusted brake line that I had to repair before completing the job. Haven't used it yet but can't wait to hitch it up and hit the road. Thanks for making this hitch so easy to install. I'm glad it's American made and extremely heavy duty.539585
I recently bought the gooseneck and fifth wheel b&w hitches to install on my 2008 f 250. I could not be more happy with the products and customer service that etrailer provides. I also bought The Pollack t connector that was also easy to use. The install was done at home and easy to understand. Thanks again. 372927
Molly Just wanted to send you some pictures of my 1991 Ford F250 with my new BW fifth wheel trailer hitch that I recently purchased from the trailer The service from etrailer was excellent I will recommend you to anyone who asks492669
This dud is heavy duty, love everything about this! The only downside it that the paint seems to chip a little too easy, and then the rust sets in. It would be nice if the kit came with a touch up bottle so I can stop the rust from getting a foothold. Tows like it's part of the truck. Great product, love the ability to easily remove to gain the full area of the bed, its heavy!1742955
by: Rick08/21/2020
Build quality was great and it looks perfect. My only issue is they should supply hard washers and better quality lock washers. 2 of them bent so bad I had to remove them and file the heads to get the huge burrs off to tru to seat another one. If you supply high strength bolts you need to supply a higher grade lock washer it it just tears up the power coat .866306
Highly recommend watching etrailer video prior to installing. I dry fitted most items prior to permanently placing and bolting. The bracket wasn't easy but you could defiantly get it done yourself. Everything was built with good quality and beefy where you need it. The latch good be done a little smoother but operates like most fifth wheel releases.1581784
by: Kent07/02/2021
I haven’t pull the 5th wheeler yet, but the B&W Companion is a super heavy duty hitch and it looks like it will handle the job. The installation of the hitch went well. The instructions were pretty straight forward. No problems.1082149
Awesome hitch!! Awesome service and communication from etrailer . Very helpful videos of installing your products. I highly recommend buying from etrailer. In stock with timely shipping. I received my hitch in two days.1267298
Richard
3/2/2023
Awesome product. Extremely heavy duty construction and expertly designed.
by: Erik12/04/2018
I am very happy with this Companion Hitch. I installed it by myself without any issues. It performs very well and it looks great. I received a lot of compliments at the RV park. From ordering to delivery everything went very smooth.
Ordered the companion hitch to use with the turnover hitch that I also purchased from etrailer. Shipped quickly and was easy to install and adjust for my setup. Item arrived in perfect condition.1124741
I love my B&W filth wheel, I do commercial hauling from factories to dealerships all over the U.S. and I travel 4000 plus miles each week. My B&W filth wheel has never let me down and the double locking jaw is awesome. I get a lot of good comments on my filth wheel and I just tell it like it is, I love it and wouldn’t want any other. 798639
Received my companion hitch in two days. Free delivery. Couldn’t believe how fast it shipped. I installed it myself in 3 hours. The hitch is rock solid and built heavy. I can’t wait to hook on to my camper and try it out. It is very easy to install. A second person would be useful to set base.928630
The B&W Companion Fifth Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3500-5W is meant to be used with turnoverball gooseneck hitches such as # BWGNRK1111. We cannot recommend making modifications to or using custom parts with the B&W Companion for use with a Curt gooseneck hitch. Doing so will void the warranties on your Curt gooseneck, your B&W fifth wheel, and your truck itself. While it is possible that your setup is okay and even stronger than the intended setup, there is no way for us to know as it hasn't been view full answer...
Thanks for asking about the Reese Elite, lets look at the solution.
***Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWGNRK1108-5W.
**B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs # BWRVK3500-5W.
*B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs # BWRVK3400-5W.
Reese has discontinued the under-bed kit for your model year of truck. However, I do have a solution for you.
I recommend going with the B&W Companion. view full answer...
I believe you are asking about the plastic foot pads that come with the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3500-5W that fit into the corrugated lines of the bed to give you a better fit. These foot pads are only manufactured by B&W for the BWRVK3500-5W hitch that fits any truck with the turnover ball. If this is what you are referring to then the biggest reason that the pin will not engage with the use of the foot pads is because the truck has a bed liner. If you have anything view full answer...
The B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs # BWRVK3500-5W you were looking at has a total weight of 204lbs with the base weighing 131lbs and the head weighing 71lbs to make it a little more manageable to get in and out of your truck.
I included a video of the # BWRVK3500-5W for you to take a look at. view full answer...
For a 20,000lb 5th wheel hitch in your 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty I recommend the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000lbs # BWRVK3500-5W with the Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWGNRK1116-5W. This hitch mounts to the Turnoverball gooseneck trailer hitch for a rail-free design that allows for full access to the truck bed when the hitch is removed.
It has 1" thick dual jaws to provide 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact view full answer...
On an over/under conversion kit such as # K71-384-00 the leaf spring stack will be moved above the axle. Depending on how that shock is attached it would either have to be removed, relocated, or replaced with a shorter shock in order to work properly with an over/under conversion kit. view full answer...
There are over under kits that will allow you to raise the suspension of your trailer if the axle of the trailer is currently above the leaf springs.
The diameter of your trailer axle will determine the size of the parts that you will need to order. If your axle is 3 inches diameter, the Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit, # K71-385-00, would be a great choice and if your axle is 2-3/8 inch diameter you could use the Over-Under Kit, # K71-384-00. These kits can be installed view full answer...
Yes, you absolutely can put a 5th wheel hitch on a 2015 Ram 3500 with air suspension. I recommend a custom install kit like B&W Companion Hitch with Custom Underbed Installation Kit, # BWRVK3500-5W and # BWGNRK1314-5W. This system with the underbed rails gives you the most use of your truck when not hauling your 5th Wheel and seamlessly integrates when you do. Although the underbed mount is ideal, some prefer the above the bed rails which will allow more hitch options. I've attached view full answer...
For your 2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty I recommend the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit # BWGNRK1116. This kit has everything you need to add the gooseneck hitch to your truck. It has a gross towing weight of 30,000 lbs and vertical load limit of 7,500 lbs.
The installation is simple and no welding is required. The Turnoverball hitch ball has a square base which makes lining the pin up a lot easier. When you're done towing, all you have to do view full answer...
There currently isn't an aftermarket puck system available for a 2002 Ford F-350 so your options for a below bed rail system are pretty limited. The best option is going to be getting a B&W Turnoverball hitch # BWGNRK1108-5W and using a B&W Companion # BWRVK3500-5W.
This will give you a clear bed when not towing and you'll have the option to also tow any gooseneck trailers. B&W is known for quality and is 100% American made.
If you have a short bed you'll want to swap out the hitch view full answer...
The B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3500-5W is just the hitch. You would need Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel # BWGNRK1313-5W, this is the correct kit for the diesel model.
If you want to make hooking up the 5th wheel wiring easier the recommended wiring harness for your vehicle is the Pollak 5th Wheel / Gooseneck T-Connector # PK11893-11932. This wiring harness will allow you to hook up your 5th wheel trailer wiring in your truck bed while maintaining view full answer...
The Air Lift kit part # AL88299 you have installed in your 2010 Toyota Tundra is not compatible with any fifth wheel or gooseneck hitch brackets. To install the B and W Companion part # BWRVK3500-5W with the rail kit part # BWGNRK1257-5W will require you remove the Air Lift and go with a Timbren suspension setup like part # TTORTUN4 as it would not interfere. view full answer...
It looks like you are interested in an over-under conversion kit. We have 2 of them: # K71-384-00 is designed for use on 2-3/8 inch diameter round axles. And # K71-385-00 is for 3 inch diameter round axles. Both kits will only work on trailers that are using double-eye spring suspension. And it is recommended to tack weld the new spring seats to the axle.
Once used the height gained will be slightly more than the diameter of the axle. Please note that raising the trailer height will view full answer...
The B&W Companion 5th wheel hitch, part # BWRVK3500-5W will certainly work. It's designed to install into a B&W Turnover Ball gooseneck hitch to provide a 5th wheel hitch. B&W 5th wheel hitches are what we recommend most because of the high quality and the ride quality they offer. If you don't already have one, the B&W Turnover Ball fit for your 2017 Ram 2500 is part # BWGNRK1384-5W. If you need a 7-way trailer connector installed in the truck bed, use # C56000.
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I do have a few options for you but there is not a short throw handle available for the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3500-5W. That said, you can adjust the distance from the cab via switching the position of the socket post assuming it is not already in the position furthest away from the cab and or changing the position of the pivot arms if also not already in the in the position furthest away from the cab. I have attached a few photos of these adjustments for you.
If view full answer...
For a great 5th-wheel hitch and drill-free brackets on your 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500 with an 8-foot bed without OEM prep, I recommend the B&W Companion # BWRVK3500-5W along with the Custom Underbed Installation Kit # BWGNRK1020-5W. The Companion comes with dual-jaws that have a more secure connection and a quieter functionality than sliding jaws. Also, the Companion comes with three height settings to make the trailer more level. It is also 100% made in the U.S.A.
As far as the installation view full answer...
I do have an option for you but there are currently not any custom fifth wheel rail mounting brackets available for the 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500 (September 2019)
I recommend to use the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3500-5W and custom underbed installation kit part # BWGNRK1020-5W. The Companion is considered one of the highest quality fifth wheel hitches out there. The underbed installation kit will double as a heavy-duty turnover gooseneck trailer hitch as well. view full answer...
I didn't see an order number with your email tied to it but I would be happy to help you and if you don't like my response please feel free to email me directly with some more information about what you are looking for.
If you are wanting to install the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch item # BWRVK3500-5W in your 2012 Ram 3500 you will need the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch item # BWGNRK1313. This kit is custom fit and will provide you with a square gooseneck view full answer...
I took a look at the installation instructions for the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, part # BWRVK3500-5W.
Per the instructions in the Helpful Tips section, they do list the areas of the hitch that need to be lubricated to assure good performance. I have attached a copy of the Helpful Tips section you can check out.
Per the instructions the top surface of the coupler and the jaws should be lubricated with automotive type chassis grease. You can use a grease like part # L11354 view full answer...
I have the perfect solution for you with the B&W Gooseneck and Companion towing setup.
What you'll need for your short bed 2021 Ford F-250 is the B&W Gooseneck # BWGNRK1116-5W as well as the B&W Companion Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3400-5W.
The gooseneck hitch allows you to tow a gooseneck trailer but then doubles as the anchor point for the 5th wheel hitch. The Companion is arguably the best 5th wheel hitch on the market due to the smooth operation, excellent cushioning, and view full answer...
Due to slight variances on vehicles the hole saw size for the install of the B and W Turnoverball part # BWGNRK1116-5W is designed to give a little leeway in case the holes don't line up perfectly. The hole is a little bigger so there is a chance you could get away with a smaller hole size but I would recommend the 4 inch. view full answer...
For a 2022 Ford F-350 SuperDuty without the OEM Prep Package from the factory, I suggest the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, # BWRVK3500-5W and installation kit part # BWGNRK1116-5W. The B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch is one of the best options on the market because of it's 1" thick dual jaw design that provides full contact with the king pin to prevent the rattling and chucking you may experience with other 5th wheel hitches.
The custom under bed installation kit for B&W view full answer...
We do have one underbed fifth wheel rail solution for your 2017 Ford F-350 that I think you would like but we do not carry the Ford rail kit.
Instead you would want the B and W kit part # BWGNRK1116-5W which is a confirmed fit for your truck. With it you would be able to install the very highly reviewed Companion Hitch part # BWRVK3500. What's also nice is that this rail kit also doubles as a gooseneck hitch. view full answer...
There is not currently a Reese under-bed system confirmed to fit the 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, we do have a couple of other under-bed options for your vehicle.
If you have 4WD without the factory rail kit, I recommend the Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches, # BWGNRK1116-5W, which is designed to work with B&W Companion hitches# BWRVK3500 or # BWRVK3400. The main difference between these is that the # BWRVK3500 is a fixed hitch, which view full answer...
Other than the 4" hole there shouldn't be a need for modification. I have not heard anything about there being an issue with a shock interfering with the installation of the Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWGNRK1116-5W on a 2022 Ford F-350 Platinum Tremor. I went ahead and called the manufacturer to see if they had heard anything. They also have not heard of this being an issue and stated that as long as your 2022 Ford F-350 Platinum Tremor view full answer...
The B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit part # BWGNRK1116 is a great option for an under bed kit for the 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty short bed and will work well with the Andersen Ultimate Connection that attaches to the gooseneck ball. I do not have any specific information on why we do not carry this version of the Andersen but I do know they are compatible although probably not the best option when it's comes to durability.
I recommend to view full answer...
For replacement install brackets for the Firestone Ride Rite Kit part # F2525 you'll need the following brackets:
Replacement Upper Bracket # F5699
Replacement Bracket # F5701
Replacement Bracket # F5700
Replacement Bracket # F5702 view full answer...
That's a good question, and yes, the two are compatible. The type of gooseneck adapter that cannot be used with the Flex Air are adapters that attach to the pin box. So you can use the Companion with the Turnoverball rails and Flex Air set up. For example, if you had a 2022 Ford F-350 and were replacing a Lippert 1621 pin box you could use the following:
- Curt Flex Air 5th Wheel Pin Box - Lippert 1621 # LC369535
- B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3500-5W
- Custom Underbed view full answer...
You just described the perfect situation for someone to have a B&W Companion Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3500-5W. The Companion fits directly into B&W Custom Underbed Installation Kit # BWGNRK1116-5W which doubles as a Gooseneck hitch.
Both are confirmed to fit your 2017 Ford F-350 that has a long bed. Since the fifth wheel installs into the gooseneck there are no rails left in your bed giving you full access when not towing. The gooseneck ball turns over inside the hitch tucking view full answer...
A set of fifth wheel rails will not work with a gooseneck hitch installed at the same time. For a 2009 Ford F-350 short bed there is a solution that allows you to tow a gooseneck hitch and fifth wheel with the B and W Turnoverball # BWGNRK1116-5W which a slider hitch can fit with the part # BWRVK3400. view full answer...
There are underbed fifth wheel rails that are going to work with your 2017 Ford F-350, though the Reese system # RP30126 is unfortunately not one of them. There is good news, however, because the Custom Underbed Installation Kit # BWGNRK1116-5W works on both the 6-3/4' and 8' four-wheel drive versions of the 2017 F-350; I've added a link to a video showing you these rails being installed in a '17 F-350. The biggest benefit of these rails are that they offer you a chance to use what is considered view full answer...
For your 2017 Ford F-250 short bed you would need to start with the B and W Turnoverball hitch part # BWGNRK1116-5W.
Since you have a short bed truck you'll need a slider fifth wheel hitch to allow you turning clearance, Companion # BWRVK3400. The Reese Goose boxes are great but around sharp corners you'd have interference between the cab of the truck and the nose of the trailer. view full answer...
The best under bed mounting kit they offer for your 2018 Ford F-250 is the B&W Custom Underbed Installation Kit part # BWGNRK1116-5W which also doubles as a connection point for gooseneck trailers. However, the B&W Custom Underbed Installation Kit can only be used with the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider part # BWRVK3400-5W or the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3500-5W.
If you have a short bed (6-1/2') on your 2018 Ford F-250 then you will need to use view full answer...
The correct Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches for a 2018 Ford F-250 is part # BWGNRK1116-5W which can then be used with the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3500-5W. This combo will allow you to tow both fifth wheel and gooseneck trailers when needed, giving you the best hitch in each category. view full answer...
The B&W Custom Underbed Installation Kit # BWGNRK1116-5W referenced in your question has a total weight for the entire kit of right around 140 pounds. Just the center mounting section (not including the installation rails) weighs about 70 pounds. view full answer...
You can definitely add a 5th wheel hitch to your 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty long bed with the B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch # BWGNRK1116-5W, though the Curt hitch won't fit. The only 5th wheel hitch that will fit is actually a better hitch than the Curt, and is widely considered the best 5th wheel hitch in the industry:
- B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3500-5W
The Companion will mount directly in the Turnoverball so you can tow either a 5th wheel trailer with the view full answer...
Typically you'll only want to use 80-85% of any item's total capacity to keep a buffer safety zone so that you never risk having a product fail. You're correct that the only Companions at 25k capacity are for OEM puck systems. B&W is a great brand and is my favorite as well, but in this case they're not going to have anything compatible with with the # BWGNRK1116-5W that's going to have over 20k capacity, so you'll have to look at another brand.
Curt offers the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer view full answer...
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3/2/2023
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