Is Curt Q20 5th Wheel Hitch Compatible with Older Sidewinder Fabex Pin Box

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Hi I was wondering if this hitch is compatible with the old style sidewinder pin box, that does not use a wedge.

asked by: Ken

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Older Sidewinder Pin Box
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Expert Reply:

Thanks for reaching out, Ken!

The Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16130 will work with your older style Sidewinder pin box if it's locked out, which is what I believe you're referring to. If you're using the rotating turret feature for extra clearance then you will need a wedge and you'll need to use the Curt A20 # C16140 with the Custom Wedge # C16992 instead.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

Hey Jay. It sounds like you are on the right track here because a sidewinder pin box will be your only option for pulling your 5th wheel since you have a short bed truck with the Rambox. That said, you are right that the Reese Sidewinder cannot be…

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Answer 2

This is a really good question. So the reason is because a Sidewinder pin box like #RP34FR puts quite a bit more twisting torque on the hitch and how it attaches to the vehicle. So it requires a hitch that attaches to the truck bed in at least four…

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Answer 3

Only certain B&W Companion 5th wheel trailer hitches are compatible with Sidewinder pin boxes like the RP61412. Basically if it is a Companion that mounts in the 4 pucks of a factory prep package then it can be used with a Sidewinder. But if the…

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Answer 4

That's a good question because it can be confusing, but the Curt Q16 fifth wheel hitch technically no longer exists, as it was discontinued and replaced by the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #C16120. The A16 hitch used to be compatible with a…

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Answer 5

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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Answer 6

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 7

We have lift kits for trailer that easily add 2 inches to the height of the trailer. For that you'd want the part #RR23QX and you'd be set. I attached a picture that shows how it installs to give you an idea. This would be the easiest…

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Answer 8

Hey Jerry, GM moved the placement of their puck systems starting with 2020 models so you are correct that the pucks would have the hitch not sit directly over the axle. GM did the math and made sure that this placement wouldn't adversely affect…

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Answer 9

Hi Frank; the #RP74FR (68204) and #SWW-06 look different because they are a little different. The #RP74FR is only designed to work with the 68220 and 69220. If you have a different Sidewinder this wedge will not fit. It also fits a wider range of 5th…

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Is Curt Q20 5th Wheel Hitch Compatible with Older Sidewinder Fabex Pin Box

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