How Can I Get My B&W Companion Slider to Not Move Forward and Back while Driving?

Updated 08/04/2025 | Published 07/30/2025

Question:

Have 2024 Chevy 3500 hd 6.6 gas with Allison trans with bandw slider champion hitch I get forward and back motion while driving steady speed

asked by: Roger B

Expert Reply:

Hello Roger,

I am sorry you are having issues with your B&W Companion Slider # BWRVK3775.

Is it more of a clunking, of is it the slider portion? If it is the sliding portion you will need to make sure it is locked into position. I attached the instructions, you will find how to do this on page 5 where it states:

"Moving from the maneuvering position to the towing position. (Figures H4 to H3) Once the trailer is satisfactorily positioned, set the trailer brakes and/or chock the trailer wheels. Pull the handle toward the rear of the truck to move it to the unlocked position, shown in Figure H2. Move the truck slowly in reverse until the handle falls and is in the locked position, shown in Figure H1. Release the trailer brakes and un-chock the trailer."

If it is not slider part, please let me know what kind of king pin you have on your 5th wheel so I can look into it further.

Any big adventures going on this summer?

expert reply by: Kate F