Fixed Hitch To Replace Curt Slider that Was Chucking Recommendation
Question:
Hey, Ive had my curt q25 sliding for over a year but didnt purchase my 5th wheel until october last year. We have gone on several trips this year and ive noticed chucking when on uneven pavement. when i discussed this with my trailer service dept they said they have had this issue with Curt and I should change to another hitch. Now Ive got a short bed but dont need the slider since the trailer has the new style front so the question is do i change out the hitch? Ive always thought that Curt was a good product, or do I change out the king pin assembly?
asked by: Alex A
Expert Reply:
Hey Alex, so the Curt Q Series of fifth wheel hitches aren't known for terrible chucking, but I am not shocked to hear that you are experiencing it. Especially with a slider hitch as they are more prone to chucking due to more moving parts.
Going to a fixed hitch with a tighter jaw design is your best option. This will do the best job at eliminating as much of the chucking as possible. The B and W Patriot fixed hitch part # BWRVK3255 will make a huge difference and is the hitch I recommend. It's made in the USA and has the best jaw design out there.
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Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
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Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R24 Slider - Dual Jaw - 24,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 6250 lbs Vertical Load
- 24000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned 360-Degree
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17-1/2 - 21-1/2 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- CURT
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