How to Position B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch Pivot Arms to Install on 2017 Ford F-350 Long Bed
Published 02/15/2020
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I bought the bw rvk3305 and saw you recommended setting the arms for 1” in front of axle for a dually F350. Is it the same for a single rear wheel? Or should they be set 3” in front since it’s slightly lighter suspension
asked by: Colin
Expert Reply:
Since you have an 8 foot bed, either way you set up your B&W # BWRVK3305 Companion pivot arms could be attached in either orientation. I'd recommend the forward position, which will distribute a bit more weight to the front truck axle. This helps make the truck's handling more stable.
If you don't already have a 7-way trailer connector installed in the bed, you can install one using # C57008. I've linked you to a video showing the installation of the wiring harness.
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ford Super Duty Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ford
- 6250 lbs Vertical Load
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-3/4 - 18-3/4 Inch Tall
- B and W
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