Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation to Be Used with Lippert Turning Point Pin Box
Updated 08/10/2018 | Published 08/09/2018
Question:
I just purchased a 2019 Grand Design Reflection 150 series specifically designed for short bed trucks. Ill be pulling it with a 2015 GMC 2500HD 6.5 bed. Im looking at doing the BandW turnover gooseneck with the Companion fixed hitch. Im being told with that configuration it might put too much torque on the single point attachment in the bed and on the BandW wedge on the pin box. Can you confirm this is correct. I would really like to avoid using a slider hitch if at all possible. thanks,
asked by: Jared
Expert Reply:
Pin boxes that pivot like the Trailair Turning Point or the Reese Sidewinder should not be used with the B and W Companion hitches that install to a gooseneck hitch. You will need a hitch setup that attaches at four corners of the hitch and not just a center post. We can help with that.
For a hitch the Reese # RP30047 would work well and then to install it you'd need a custom install rail kit like the Reese # RP50066-58 which will minimize drilling and install time when compared to a universal kit. This will work well with the Turning Point and will allow you to not have to use a slider hitch.
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B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
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- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-1/4 - 18-1/4 Inch Tall
- B and W
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