Is Play on B&W Companion Slider Normal
Updated 02/19/2025 | Published 02/18/2025
Question:
Hello I installed this hitch yesterday after you all delivered it. No issues. However the part that rides on the slider rails not sure what it is called when locked has about 1/8 of an inch in play. I am certain that will translate to noise that will drive me crazy. Any way to adjust that play out of the hitch? Thank you!
asked by: Michael Z
Expert Reply:
Hello again Michael; the little bit of play on your B&W Companion # BWRVK3370 is normal since it is a slider and has to move. That also means some additional noise is expected. There is no way to adjust that out but, I reached out to B&W directly and they said they will send you some bushings to help dampen the noise if you give them a call.
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w Slider for Ford Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding 5th Wheel
- OEM - Ford
- 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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Mike Z.
2/19/2025
You guys and girls here at Etrailer are just absolutely awesome! I'm sure you make mistakes (and you probably get an earful) but holy cow has my expereince ever been great! Thank you so much!!!