Can The Head Of A B&W 5th Wheel Hitch Be Switched From A Sliding Base To A Fixed Base
Question:
I have the BandW Slider. Ive replaced my truck with a long bed. Will my hitch portion fit on top of the fixed companion base? My slider is stuck in the other truck and replacing the base may be the easiest option.
asked by: Dean
Expert Reply:
Yes, the hitch head of a B&W Patriot or Companion can be removed from a sliding base and installed on a fixed base. You'll just want to make sure that you choose the correct model for the base. If you have a Patriot # BWRVK3270 (base rail style) then you'll have to go with a Patriot base like part # BWRVB3255. If you have a Companion # BWRVK3400-5W (gooseneck style) then you'll need part # BWRVB3500.
To remove the head you'll just need to pull the pin on each side of the hitch head that connects it to the pivot arms.
Products Referenced in This Question
Replacement Base for B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - 18,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Legs
- Patriot
- B and W
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Replacement Base for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - 20,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Legs
- Companion
- B and W
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B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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