Can I Use My 5th Wheel If I Have A BakFlip MX4 Tonneau?

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Can I use the bakflip mx4 in the furthest folder position with a fifth wheel hitch on a 2020 Ford F-250 6’9” bed. Is there sufficient clearance. Can you provide the bed space it takes up in this position both height and length?

asked by: Dave

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We do have tonneau covers that will be better when hauling a 5th wheel. Folding covers are not the best option because when folded up it sits above the bed rails quite a bit. This could result in damage to your trailer, the tonneau and your 2019 Ford F-250 when taking tight turns. If you really like the Bakflip MX4 you will need to remove the cover from the truck and keep it in the bed out of the way.

A better type tonneau option would be a retractable tonneau and the Pace Edwards SwitchBlade Part # 311-SWFA18A44 would be my choice. I like this tonneau because it is super low profile and doesn't take up a whole lot of space in the bed. You have the security of a hard tonneau and still get to use your 5th wheel. Comparing it to the Bakflip MX4 it is a lot quicker to close and open the tonneau.

I've included a review video that Randy put together. He does a good job going over all the features and such so check it out to learn more!

expert reply by: Adam E

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Dave

6/8/2024

I am replacing a Fold-A-Cover that is 3-1/2” above the rail and came with my 2015 2500HD 6-1/2 bed. My 5th wheel did not have any clearance issue. Is the MX 4 comparable?

Kevin C.

6/10/2024

@Dave The BAKFlip MX4 # BAK48121 is almost flush with the bedrails so you could run into clearance issues, depending on how high the hitch head sits. There really isn't an option available for that kind of height anymore because most people are wanting a flush profile. We have a few options that will sit right at the top of the bedrails but they're soft roll-up covers.

Answer 1

Hard to say for sure given the differences in 5th wheel noses but that's a pretty safe assumption you're going to run into clearance issues with a folding tonneau cover like item #e45DR. A better folding cover option would be the BAKFlip G2…

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Answer 2

The problem that you would run into with a folding cover such as #BAK72331 is if you leave it on but folded up flat it will be several inches above the truck bed sides. This means that when making tight turns the trailer's pin box could make…

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Answer 3

Hey Dave, thanks for reaching out! We have a few different versions of the Pace Edwards JackRabbit that fits your 2025 Ford F-350 Super Duty standard bed. It just depends on what style you want. Here are the different versions to choose from: -…

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Answer 4

I may have another option for you but the Gen-Y Auto Latch Gooseneck Coupler Lock part #325-GH-7111 is made specifically for the Gen-Y Auto Latch Gooseneck Coupler and this isn't what you said you have so I unfortunately cannot confirm fit.…

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Answer 5

Gen-Y actually makes a coupler lock for their cushioned 5th wheel to gooseneck adapters like the #GY48FR with the lock part #GY89FR. There's a chance the Blaylock part #BLTL-50 could work but at this time it's not been tested so we can't…

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Answer 6

Hi Susan! There are a few ways to get the tires on your 2022 Keystone Passport travel trailer off the ground. The Blue Ox Leveling Kit with Wheel Chocks for Trailers and RVs #BLU47UR would definitely get the job done, but it is a bit expensive and…

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Answer 7

Hey Joe, great question! I actually talked to one of the B&W reps about this exact thing when they were here a while back. For the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch #BWRVK3300, the best place to start is the middle position (A). That’s the…

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Answer 8

It looks like you are referring to the Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover - Aluminum and Vinyl - Black #311-SWFA19A45 and the Pace Edwards JackRabbit Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover - Aluminum and Vinyl - Matte Black…

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Answer 9

It will if your 2023 Ford F-350 has an 8' bed. The BAKFlip F1 Hard Tonneau Cover item #BAK72331 you were looking at is confirmed to fit a 2023 Ford F-350 with an 8' bed. If you truck has the 6-3/4' bed you will need item #BAK72330. The…

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Answer 10

You will be able to tow the fifth wheel trailer with a BakFlip Fold Up Cover part #BAK72331 on the 2020 Ford F-350 long bed folded flat behind the cab but it will limit the cab clearance when making sharp turns with the fifth wheel. You will more…

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Answer 11

We have a solution for you but the problem that you would run into with a folding cover such as #BAK72331 is if you leave it on but folded up flat it will be several inches above the truck bed sides. This means that when making tight turns the…

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Answer 12

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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