Base Rails for 2012 GMC Sierra 2500 With B&W Patriot

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We bought a used BandW 18k sliding fifth wheel. We have a 2012 GMC 2500 SLT what brackets do we need to buy that attach to the frame and also what rails do we need? And also what kind of attachment do I need on my fifth wheel trailer that is going to work with this fifth wheel?

asked by: Lydia J

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Hey Lydia! I'm assuming you got the B&W Patriot # BWRVK3270 which fits industry standard rails (ISR). Is that correct? Assuming it is, you can use the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2506. These are specifically designed for your 2012 GMC Sierra 2500 and will work with any 5th wheel hitch that fits ISR rails. As long as you have a standard pin box you don't need any special attachment to use the Patriot with your 5th wheel.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Lydia

2/2/2025

I don't know what 5th wheel king pin will work with this B&W 5th wheel. If I take a picture of it, can I share it with you? Thank you

Robin H.

2/2/2025

@Lydia you can email me a picture but 5th wheel trailer pin boxes all use the same 2" king pin so trust me it is going to work. The only variation I know if is 3-1/2" and that is for commercial and military trailers that are so heavy your truck wouldn't be able to physically move them.

Lydia

2/2/2025

Thank you so much for your fast response. One more question please. How do I know what height to clear the bed rails? The number is for Lippert 019-00030605item # 229674 I also found this stamped plate number 5SFSG3622CE236149

Robin H.

2/2/2025

@Lydia you want 5" - 6" of clearance between the top of the bed rails and the overhang on your 5th wheel trailer. The Patriot has an adjustable height of 17" - 19" and your pin box can probably be moved up and down depending on the mounting holes used to achieve that. Start with adjusting the 5th wheel hitch and go from there until you get the clearance you need.

Answer 1

Hey, Dillon. The B&W Custom Installation Kit part #BWRVK2506 have standardized rails for 5th wheel hitches so you can definitely mount the B&W Patriot Slider Base part #BWRVB3270. Are you going from a non-sliding Patriot and swapping to the…

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

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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Answer 4

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 5

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Answer 6

I spoke with my contact at Trailair and from your serial number we were able to determine that your trailer came with a 1621 HD pin box which is a long pin box style. I was unable to obtain the exact part number for your Trailair pin box but from the…

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Answer 7

Hey Jeff! The MORryde GooseTech 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box #MR97MV comes with a Demco eZ-Latch. The best option for a lock is the InfiniteRule Lock for Cast Demco eZ-Latch Trailer Couplers #IR66FR. This is designed to for a standard coupler but…

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Answer 8

Hey Adam, we have just what you are looking for with the B and W fifth wheel rail kit part #BWRVK2402 which is a confirmed fit for your 2017 Ford F-250 and is the industry standard rail design which means it will fit the hitch you have. This is a…

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Answer 9

Welcome back John! I'm going to need a bit more information to confirm the MORryde GooseTech item #MR57MV is the correct one. I checked with the manufacturer and your 2024 Dutchman Astorian 230ML 5th wheel trailer comes standard with a Curt…

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Answer 10

Hey Travis! The right MORryde GooseTech depends on the pin box bolt pattern and GVWR of the Solitude 310GK. If it is a little older it probably has a Lippert 1621, I believe the newer models use the Lippert Rhino. You can ask whoever you're…

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Answer 11

Hey Jen, thanks for the information! Since your 2016 Ram 2500 has the Ram Boxes, you'll need to have a rotating pin box installed on your 2026 Jayco Eagle HT DDB. The rotating pin box is the only way to tow a 5th wheel trailer and not hit the Ram…

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Answer 12

Hey Ross, the B and W Turnoverball #BWGNRK1067 wasn't designed to fit under a flat bed so there isn't an alternate set of measurements I can recommend. Are you sure it would clear under the flat bed? Normally we have to recommend the…

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