5th Wheel Hitch and Suspension Upgrade for a 2022 Toyota Tundra

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According to the installation instructions, the 16310 5th wheel adapter weighs 100 pounds and adds an additional piece of equipment to the connection of the Ultimate hitch to my new Tundra. The installation instructions for the B&W BW46FR does not provide the weight but recommends installation by two or three individuals to lift it in place for mounting. I suspect that means its heavy. Add to that my Ultimate hitch designed for rail mounts which weighs just under 50 pounds and I am concerned that the tongue weight will be drastically reduced. Do you know how much the B&W setup actually weighs? I could not find it anywhere. I could purchase the Ultimate hitch designed for flipover gooseneck mounts which would save the 100 pounds but set me back $1000 alone. With the location of the B&W BW46FR I cannot add air bags according to various manufacturers. Do you have any insight on the weight of the BW46FR setup so I can calculate the reduction in tongue weight? Thanks again for your reply.

asked by: Craig S

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I would be happy to help you set your 2022 Toyota Tundra up for towing. Let me start out by confirming the weight on those parts.

The Curt X5 5th Wheel Base Rails Adapter item # 16310 weighs 105 lbs.

The Custom Underbed Installation Kit item # BW46FR weighs 104 lbs.

Toyota really puts you in a box when it comes to options for towing a 5th wheel trailer. You are correct you can not add the Turnover ball system and air bags. There are other suspension options like the Timbren Active Off-Road Bumpstops item # T83MR. This system fits both the 2WD and 4WD models and is compatible with in bed hitches. This system has a 4,800 lbs load leveling capacity.

We do have another option for a 5th wheel hitch since you have the 6-1/2' bed, you can use the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider item # BWRVK3400-5W. This will attach directly to the underbed installation kit without needing an adapter. The Companion has a 20,000 lbs capacity and will give you 12" of travel for making tight turns and backing up.

The Companion weighs 212 lbs.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Answer 1

For your 2024 Toyota Tundra, I recommend the Timbren Active Off-Road Bumpstops item #T83MR because they are the lowest capacity options for Timbrens. They will still offer you plenty of support but you definitely do not need the severe kit. These…

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First we have the Timbren Active Off-Road Bumpstops #T83MR for your 2022 Toyota Tundra. These bump stops allow for the most suspension travel while still absorbing road shock to improve your suspension comfort off road. The Timbren Suspension…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 5

Hey Doug! The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F35FV are the right kit for your 2026 Ford F-350 FX4 dually. However, you will need to measure to be sure it fits. The distance from the top of your rear axle to the top of the jounce bump stop…

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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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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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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 9

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 10

It sounds like you are speaking of the wires for the brake magnets. If this is correct, you will need to connect one of the wires to the brake controller output wire on your trailer connector and the other wire will need to be grounded to a clean…

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Answer 11

The #84 spindle is just a common way to identify the spindle dimensions typically used for 3,500 lb axles. So instead of listing out the parts, people can just say they have #84 spindles and it's easier to know what fits it. The CE Smith Trailer…

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Answer 12

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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