Does Changing the Positions of the B&W Companion Pivot Arms Move the Pin Weight of the Trailer
Updated 05/11/2017 | Published 05/10/2017
Question:
If the pivot arms on the companion hitch are angled to the rear of the truck will that change the load of the king pin to the rear of the axel on a F350?
asked by: Jim S
Helpful Expert Reply:
Changing the positioning of the support arms that hold the head of the B&W Companion # BWRVK3300 will shift the pin weight of the trailer. Ideally you will want to keep the king pin centered over the rear axle of the truck or slightly forward of it. Otherwise the weight of the trailer could cause the front of the truck to lift up a little causing visibility issues, steering and braking problems, and headlights that point up.
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B&W Companion OEM 5th-Wheel Hitch for Ford Super Duty Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ford
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-3/4 - 18-3/4 Inch Tall
- B and W
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