Will Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Work with Reese Sidewinder Pin Box

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Curt A20 work with sidewinder pin box Will they work together

asked by: Roger R

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Helpful Expert Reply:

I have a solution for you, however, the newly-updated Curt A-Series Fifth Wheel Hitches are NOT compatible with Reese Sidewinders, and they haven't been confirmed to fit other rotating pin boxes either.

For this reason, I recommend to a Curt E-Series like Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs # C16115 which is compatible with sidewinders when used with Wedge # RP64FR.

expert reply by: Chris R

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Answer 1

Hey Tim! Yes, the Reese Sidewinder Pin Both #RP34FR (which replaced the 68220) will work great with a Curt A20 hitch, like the universal #C16140, but you'll need to use the Sidewinder Wedge #C27NR for the Curt A20. Are you looking to replace your…

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Answer 2

Only certain B&W Companion 5th wheel trailer hitches are compatible with Sidewinder pin boxes like the RP61412. Basically if it is a Companion that mounts in the 4 pucks of a factory prep package then it can be used with a Sidewinder. But if the…

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Answer 3

If you are looking for the quietest possible ride I would recommend you go with a Reese Select Fifth Wheel hitch like part #RP30081. I recently spoke to my contact at Reese and asked which would be quieter the Titan or the Select and he said the…

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Answer 4

Yes, the Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #RP30890 is compatible with the Sidewinder pin boxes. This hitch is actually made by the same company as Sidewinder. I attached a help article on Sidewinders for you to check out as well.

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Answer 5

The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch #BWRVK3600 has a total weight of right around 215 pounds. Keep in mind that the hitch head can be removed to help with taking the hitch out of the truck bed. The head by itself weighs about 75 pounds while…

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Answer 6

The B&W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter part #BWRVK3500 is not compatible with rotating pin boxes even if you lock out the turret. The reason for this has to do with the the excess torque on the single connection point and…

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Answer 7

Hey Jay. It sounds like you are on the right track here because a sidewinder pin box will be your only option for pulling your 5th wheel since you have a short bed truck with the Rambox. That said, you are right that the Reese Sidewinder cannot be…

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Answer 8

Tony, the Reese Sidewinder #RP34FR (Reese part number 69220) is a direct replacement for the 68220, so assuming your trailer has one of the following pin box you can use your brother-in-laws pin box no problem (Free is a pretty sweet price!): Fabex…

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Answer 9

The correct wedge to use with a Curt A20 #C16140 and a Turning Point Pin Box is the wedge #C16992 that you referenced.

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Answer 10

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 11

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 12

Hey Tom, congrats on the new truck! Typically when we hear that someone has the OEM tow prep package they mean the puck system. This is going to be five circular holes built into the bed of your Ram truck and is by far the best way to attach a 5th…

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