Will The BAKFlip F1 Hard Tonneau Cover Clear A Fifth Wheel Hitch When Folded Up To The First Panel
Updated 06/20/2023 | Published 06/17/2023
Question:
2019 Chevrolet 2500 short bed with a BandW 5th wheel hitch. Will I be able to leave the last panel down when towing, or will all panels need to be up and against the back of the cab while towing?
asked by: Rodger H
Helpful Expert Reply:
With the BAKFlip F1 Hard Tonneau Cover # BAK72121 being a 4-panel cover the first panel would be well before the rear axel and would give you enough clearance from the 5th wheel hitch. I reached out to BAK and was told the front panel that sits on the bulkhead is approximately 9" and the first panel after it is 18".
Having looked at similar questions for this style and length cover I've seen answers that list the first panel as 18", 20", or 22" so I recommend going with the 22" measurement just to be safe when you measure your bed. If you don't already have the hitch in place then you can just go to the center of the wheel well, which would be where the jaws would sit when installed.
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Shop: B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Shop: B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K
- Q&A: Does 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 Short Bed Need Slider Hitch to Tow 2016 Solitude 321RL
- Q&A: Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2024 GMC Sierra 3500 w/ the Factory Puck System
- Shop: Gooseneck Hitch
- Video: Mount: B and W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter on a 2022 GMC Sierra 2500
- Shop: Curt A25 5th Wheel Hitch w/ S25 Slider for Ford and Chevy/GMC Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25K
- Shop: B&W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Shop: Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter for Recessed Ball - Single Jaw - 21,000 lbs
- Shop: Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter for Recessed Ball on Aluminum Beds - 21K
- Q&A: Can I Use My 5th Wheel If I Have A BakFlip MX4 Tonneau?
- Q&A: Is BAKFlip MX4 or F1 Tonneau Cover Better for 5th Wheel on 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 Short Bed
- Q&A: 5th Wheel Hitch With Maximum Height for Most Trailer-to-Truck Bed Rail Clearance
- Shop: Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Ram Towing Prep Package
- Shop: Tonneau Cover
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Q&A: What Is An OEM Prep Package And How Do I Know If I Have It
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Video: B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch Manufacturer Breakdown
- Article: 4 Steps to Choosing Your 5th Wheel Pin Box
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Q&A: Does Truck with 6-1/2 ft bed Have to Use Slider Hitch for Turning Clearance with Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Search Results: gooseneck hitch
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
on Tonneau Cover
