Will B&W Companion fit Short Bed 2017 Ford F-350?

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how do I tell if I have a factory rail kit on my 2017 f350 super duty with 6.75 foot bed

asked by: Tony E

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There is a B&W Companion that will work for your 2017 Ford F-350, though the # BWRVK3300 is a fixed hitch and you will need the sliding version in order to avoid damage to your F-350's cab when making sharp turns since you have a 6-3/4' bed.

The Companion for your '17 F-350 with the fifth wheel prep package is # BWRVK3370. You have made a wise choice in fifth wheel hitch because the Companion is considered by many to be the highest-quality fifth wheel hitch available. It features dual jaws which are a full 1" thick to provide complete contact with your king pin so you can have faith that your connection is completely secure.

The Companion is also going to give you a much quieter ride with less rattling than other fifth wheels due to that secure connection, along with the polyurethane bushings it has. It has a pivoting head to make hooking up easier, a cam-action latch to deter binding, and offers three different height settings to ensure you are level with your fifth wheel. With well over 350 reviews from customers who have used it, the Companion has gotten a nearly unanimous 5-star rating.

I've added links to a couple video reviews for you to take a look at as well.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Tony

10/27/2017

how do I tell if I have a factory rail kit on my 2017 f350 super duty with 6.75 foot bed

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Kyle S.

10/27/2017

If you have the prep package with your 2017 Ford F-350, there will be a noticeable puck system in the bed of your truck, as shown in the accompanying photo. You can also take a look at the linked video of the installation of this hitch on a 2015 Ford F-250, which will show the puck system. Should you not have this system, you would still be able to install the B&W Companion # BWRVK3400-5W by using install rails # BWGNRK1116-5W, which also doubles as a gooseneck should you ever need it. I've added a link to a review of this underbed kit for you, as well as an install of the rails on a 2017 Ford F-350.

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Answer 1

Hey Paul, we have great hitch solutions for the OEM pucks of your 2024 Ford F-350 short bed but whether or not you need a slider hitch is going to be based on the design of the trailer you plan to tow. Normally with a short bed truck you need a…

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Answer 2

I can confirm for you that there is a difference between the #BWRVK3300 and the #BWRVK3305 with the construction of the base of the hitch, which is where you get the difference in capacities between the two hitches. The 3300 is only rated for…

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Answer 3

To lock your B&W Companion OEM 5th-Wheel Hitch for Ford Super Duty Prep Package, #BWRVK3300 you can simply use a padlock such as the Master Lock Covered Solid Body Padlocks, #141T. Attach the padlock to the handles at the spot pointed out in the…

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Answer 4

I always recommend choosing disc brakes over drum brakes if you have the option. Disc brakes will provide more stopping power, less fade and require less maintenance because they have fewer moving parts. If your 5th wheel trailer currently has…

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Answer 5

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 6

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 7

Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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Answer 8

Hey Jerry, GM moved the placement of their puck systems starting with 2020 models so you are correct that the pucks would have the hitch not sit directly over the axle. GM did the math and made sure that this placement wouldn't adversely affect…

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Answer 9

Since we don't carry the PullRite line I can't really speak to their quality but from what I can see from there website their 2900 model is fairly similar to the Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider #DM89GV. Both hitches offer 14"…

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Answer 10

Yes, the puck system used on the 2016-2019 Chevy/GMC trucks is different than the pucks used on the 2020 and newer trucks. So you would need a 5th wheel like the B&W Companion #BWRVK3710 for your 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 with an 8' Bed. If you…

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Answer 11

With a 2022 F350 short bed, hitting the top of the bed rails should not be an issue with most campers. Turning clearance however, will certainly be a factor. That is one advantage of the Andersen Ultimate hitch #AM3200, as it provides a 9"…

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Answer 12

Thanks for the picture! I checked with Progressive Dynamics the replacement power converter you need for your Parallax Series 7300 Model 7345 is the Replacement Converter for Parallax/Magnetek or WFCO RV Power Centers - 45 Amp item #PD4645V.

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