Locks Needed For Securing A B&W Companion Hitch Head To The Base
Updated 04/02/2024 | Published 03/29/2024
Question:
Does anyone make a locking mechanism to lock the BandW fifth wheel hitch head unit to the base? instead of using the 2 provided pins and keepers. Thanks
asked by: Daniel S
Expert Reply:
Hi Daniel,
There unfortunately haven't been any locking pins designed for the B&W Companion # BWRVK3600 yet so you'll have to remove one (or both) of the pins and use a padlock that has at least a 3-1/2" to 4" useable span that has a 7/16" diameter or less pin. They say the pins in place are 1/2" but they are really 7/16" and with the thick powder coating on the hitch head you won't be able to stick a 1/2" diameter pin through the slot. When towing you can not use the locks and must replace them with the standard pins as the locks will not be rated for towing.
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed 5th Wheel
- OEM - Ram
- 6500 lbs Vertical Load
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
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