Trouble Removing the B&W Companion Hitch Head
Updated 11/02/2025 | Published 08/13/2018
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I remove the Saddle lock pins. Then grab the saddle handles and lift to remove the head from the pivot arms. Ha Ha Ha, I see a few videos where they just lift right off but not mine. Even going on you had to push down and you could feel the head slide over the bushings. I ordered a 20K lb hitch the base says 25K is the head correct? Am I doing something wrong?
asked by: Bob
Expert Reply:
The process you described to remove the head from your B&W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter part # BWRVK3500 is correct. The reason you are have having trouble is because of the bushings on the pivot arms. They need to be properly greased each time you remove the head. You can use the LubriMatic White Lithium Grease part # L11354 for this. This should make removing the head much easier though there may still be some rocking involved.
The Replacement Head Assembly for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part # BWRVC3006 which is what you have is rated at 25,000 lbs but can be used on both the 20,000 lb and 25,000 lb bases. The weakest component is the capacity you will need to abide by. You do indeed have the correct head.
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B&W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Gooseneck Adapter
- Adapts Truck
- Gooseneck Hitch to 5th Wheel Trailer
- No Extra Clearance
- 20000 lbs
- Connects to Gooseneck Hole
- Not Shock Absorbing
- B and W
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Mark
10/31/2025
Hi Conner, I recently purchased the B&W 3775 and had the same issue. I finally installed a winch in order to get it removed. After removal I did a thorough inspection of the arms and its cavity. The inspection didn't reveal any issues. However there didn't seem to be a lot of grease inside where the pivot arms ride. So, I put ample grease on the arms and cavity. After doing this I was able to remove the head easily.