Recommended Fifth Wheel Hitch For 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 Short Bed With OEM Prep Package

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My fifth wheel is a grand design reflection 2019 290 bh It has a newer design on the unit which doesn’t require me to having a slider type hitch With that in mind is there another curt option

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The Curt brand does manufacture quality fifth wheel hitches with thick dual jaws. However, there is not a Curt slider hitch option for the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 with OEM prep package. You will need a sliding hitch for the short bed to insure cab clearance with the overhang of the fifth wheel. This will allow you to make sharper turns without knocking out your back window.

I recommend to use the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package part # BWRVK3775 which easily mounts into the OEM prep package of the Chevy without any adapters. This is the best fifth wheel sliding hitch option for your truck without the use of an adapter. The 1" thick jaw design eliminates king pin movement that leads to loud rattling and chucking. The best feature of the B&W is the cam action handle that allows you to unhook the trailer on unlevel ground without binding. I recommend to replace the pin in the handle with a padlock part # ML4140LH to protect your investments.

If you do not already have a fifth wheel/gooseneck wiring plug in the bed, I recommend Demco 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness part # DM8555002 that plugs in line with the factory 7-way, extends to the bed and provides a conveniently located 7-Way plug in the truck's side wall for hassle-free hookup. I recommend the Demco option because the Demco wiring is long-lasting, reliable and the plug has a 90 degree angle that makes installing the plug into the side of the bed easier. I have attached an installation video for your reference.

expert reply by: Heather A

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My fifth wheel is a grand design reflection 2019 290 bh It has a newer design on the unit which doesn’t require me to having a slider type hitch With that in mind is there another curt option

Heather A.

4/18/2020

Yes, there is a fixed Curt hitch available for your 2020 GMC Sierra with OEM prep. I recommend to use the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package part # C84FR with a 20,000 lb capacity which is more than enough capacity for the grand design reflection 2019 290 bh with a 10,195 lb GVWR. The interlocking jaw of the Curt sets it apart from the other fifth wheel hitch options. The interlocking jaw does not allow for a gap between the two jaw pieces so you will notice less rattling and chucking with the Curt as well. The Curt A20 is also designed with 2 Built-in zerk fittings for easy lubrication.

Answer 1

Yes. The Curt Q25 #C97FR does also fit in the OEM prep package on the short bed (6-3/4 foot) versions of the 2020 GMC Sierra 2500. If you're confident that you won't need a slider hitch or pin box with a rotating turret this is the correct…

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Answer 2

I have a solution for you, but there are two issues here; the Curt Q-25 #C97FR is designed to fit in the OEM prep package for Chevy/GMC trucks and typically a non-sliding hitch is only recommended for trucks with 8 foot long beds. If you've…

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Answer 3

I wouldn't say there is actually a formula for setting the height for the Curt Q25 Item #C97FR on a 2021 GMC Sierra 3500 . It is recommended that the bottom edge of the nose on your 5th wheel is 6 inches above the bed rails. I typically set the…

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Answer 4

You will always use a surge protector matched to the TT's rating of 30 amps. I recommend the Power Watchdog the 30 amp Surge Protector with Bluetooth #HU97FR. You can use the free smartphone app to monitor your system and get notified if low or…

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Answer 5

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 6

Hey Jerry, GM moved the placement of their puck systems starting with 2020 models so you are correct that the pucks would have the hitch not sit directly over the axle. GM did the math and made sure that this placement wouldn't adversely affect…

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Answer 7

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 8

The correct height setting is going to vary by trailer but you can get there taking some measurements. First make sure your trailer is on level ground and then measure from the ground up to the bottom of the king pin. Then on your truck take a…

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Answer 9

Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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Answer 10

Hi Mike! The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K #BWRVK3775 is indeed the correct hitch for your 2026 GMC Sierra 3500HD AT4 with the short bed and puck system. It will lock right into…

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Answer 11

Yes, you can use a fixed fifth wheel hitch in the pucks of your short bed 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500. I checked with B&W, the manufacturers of the outstanding B&W Companion hitches, and found out the puck spacing of the Sliding B&W…

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