Will the B&W Patriot Install in My 2023 Ford F-250 Puck System,

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will This hitch work with the Gooseneck trailer hitch kit 27,500 from Ford SKU LC3Z19F503A

asked by: Jeff

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Hello Jeff,

I looked up Ford's SKU LC3Z19F503A, I see that it is the Gooseneck ball kit for your OEM Prep Package (Puck System). I do have a B&W Hitch that is going to sit in the Pucks (not on the Gooseball, please refer to image I attached) but it is not the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs # BWRVK3270.

Instead you are going to want the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w Slider for Ford Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K # BWRVK3370, I am assuming that you have the 6 3/4' bed since you were asking about the slider hitch. I've included an install video that my buddy Kevin did for you to check out.

Did you already have the Patriot and were trying to get it to work with the new set up?

expert reply by: Kate F

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OEM Prep Package in Bed of Truck
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Jeff

2/14/2025

I actually don't have the puck system. I do have the Hitch. Looking for the right system so I don't have rails in the bed.

Kate F.

2/14/2025

@Jeff Ok got it, so that was just the gooseneck that was installed in the bed of the truck. The only 5th wheel hitch that I know of (because we carry it) that will attach to a regular gooseneck ball is the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Single Jaw - 21,000 lbs # DM8550045. The only way that I know to mount the Patriot in the bed of your truck is with the rails like # BWRVK2402. I am really sorry I do not have the answer you were hoping for.

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Answer 1

The B&W Patriot Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch, part #BWRVK3270 is NOT compatible with the Reese #RP30156 puck adapter, you'll want to use the Demco #DM6175, which is compatible. If you don't have a 7-way in your truck bed, you can install one…

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Answer 2

Hey Tom, The Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Chevy/GMC OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package #DM6194 would fit your 2019 GMC Sierra 2500's puck system, but the design of the B&W Patriot Slider #BWRVK3270 will prevent it from being able to be…

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Answer 3

No, sorry you can't. The head of the B&W Patriot Slider item #BWRVK3270 is different then the Companion and not compatible. Also none of the puck system adapters that provide an industry standard base are compatible with the Patriot because…

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Answer 4

If by standard bed you mean 6-3/4' then it is recommended to use a sliding hitch. There's no shortage of people who will tell you you don't need one. However, if you want to safely make tight turns and not have to worry about bashing the…

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Answer 5

Yes, you do. Since your 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 has the shorter 6-3/4' bed you will need to use a sliding 5th wheel hitch to avoid running into your rear bumper or smashing you back window when turning. I recommend the B&W Companion OEM…

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Answer 6

You absolutely can use a nylon lube plate with the Demco Recon Gooseneck-to-5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter #DM8550045 as long as it's no thicker than 3/16". For this your best option and one of our most popular units is the Lippert Never…

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Answer 7

The difference between a slide bar jaw and a dual jaw is how tightly the fifth wheel king pin is held. Both do a good job securing the king pin, preventing it from coming loose. The Dual Jaw will hold the king pin much more tightly, preventing the…

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Answer 8

The Demco Recon hitch part #DM8550043 is a well-made fifth wheel hitch that is made here in the USA. I'd put the quality of this hitch up to basically any other hitch manufacturer out there. This hitch weighs 100 lbs which is a bit lighter than…

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Answer 9

Hello John, thanks for reaching out. The Demco Autoslide Hitch #DM8550038 is certainly heavy, so I definitely understand where you are coming from. The Demco Manual Slider for the Ford Prep package #DM24YV weighs 210 lbs so it will be a bit easier to…

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Answer 10

The two parts of the Demco Recon #DM8550043, which are the head unit #DM6169 and base assembly #DM6180 each weigh approximately 50 lbs. This is a very lightweight hitch but still has a 21,000 lb capacity and vertical load limit of 5,250 lbs. The…

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Answer 11

With a 2022 F350 short bed, hitting the top of the bed rails should not be an issue with most campers. Turning clearance however, will certainly be a factor. That is one advantage of the Andersen Ultimate hitch #AM3200, as it provides a 9"…

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Answer 12

The answer to your question will depend on the nature of the front of the 5th wheel you purchase. It looks like your Coachmen Chaparral has the rounded nose, so you might get by without a slider on flat ground but given the consequences of what could…

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