Can Curt A30 Fifth Wheel Hitch Be Used with Sidewinder Pin Box

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Can you use a sidewinder with this hitch?

asked by: Dan K

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If the Sidewinder is a first generation Sidewinder then yes you can use the Curt A Series fifth wheel hitches like the A30 part # C64BR but if it's a second gen it won't work. But Sidewinder found was that the wedges were getting sheared off with this hitch and the second gen models.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Hey Brett, a MORryde GooseTech fifth wheel to gooseneck adapter like the part #MR47MV will not work with the Ram Boxes that you have in your truck as the pivot point isn't any higher. So around corners the adapter would hit the boxes. Instead…

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Answer 2

The SW16K part number only correlates to the Sidewinder and not the turret. There should be another sticker somewhere that lists a code like ST100, ST200, ST300, ST400, or ST500 to let you know which turret you have. You can replace the turret with…

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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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You are on the right track, but yes the M25 will not work with a Sidewinder as the jaws and head design tend to fail pretty quick when used with one. So your best option is the B and W Companion hitch part #BWRVK3600.This will allow you to use the…

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Hi Mike, Unfortunately the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel Pin Box #GY46FR would likely make contact with the Ram Boxes whenever you try to make a turn. With Ram Boxes your options for towing a 5th wheel are pretty much limited to rotating pin…

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Answer 6

There is definitely a way to tow a 5th wheel trailer with your 2021 Ram that is equipped with the RamBox, but it's going to require some new components both on the trailer and your truck. The issue with the Ram Boxes is that they make the bed…

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Answer 7

For a trailer that weighs, 14,500 lbs I would strongly recommend a 3500 series truck. Even if the 2500 could technically tow it the 3500's higher rated suspension will make for a much better towing experience. Less sag and a smoother ride when…

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There is a way to to a fifth wheel trailer with your 2020 Ram 2500 that has the Ramboxes but you have to install a Sidewinder pin box on the trailer so that the pivot point is raised up high enough that there isn't interference between the pin…

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Answer 9

So for your set up, a 2021 Ram 2500 short bed with the RamBoxes, you will need to use a Sidewinder in order to have the clearance to tow a 5th wheel. The Goose Box doesn't move the pivot point and an offset ball just won't be enough for…

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Answer 10

The arm of the Sidewinder part #RP34FR weighs approximately 145lbs and the turret weighs approximately 60lbs. This will all come assembled as one piece though.

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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

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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Can Curt A30 Fifth Wheel Hitch Be Used with Sidewinder Pin Box

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