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Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches

Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches

Item # BWGNRK1384-5W
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Fifth Wheel Installation Kit

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Install a Companion fifth-wheel hitch in your truck bed with this custom kit. Better than a traditional mounting kit, this setup doubles as a gooseneck hitch when the fifth wheel is removed, and the underbed design allows for full bed access. 1-800-940-8924 to order B and W fifth wheel installation kit part number BWGNRK1384-5W or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all B and W products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches. Fifth Wheel Installation Kit reviews from real customers.
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B and W Fifth Wheel Installation Kit - BWGNRK1384-5W

  • Below the Bed
  • B and W
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Install a Companion fifth-wheel hitch in your truck bed with this custom kit. Better than a traditional mounting kit, this setup doubles as a gooseneck hitch when the fifth wheel is removed, and the underbed design allows for full bed access.


Features:

  • Lets you install your B&W Companion 5th wheel trailer hitch (BWRVK3500 or BWRVK3400)
  • Doubles as heavy-duty Turnoverball gooseneck trailer hitch
    • Includes rails, gooseneck hitch head, safety chain loops, and hitch ball
  • Provides complete truck bed access when you're not towing
    • Single hole in center of bed is mounting point for hitch
  • Installs easily using existing holes in your vehicle's frame
    • No welding or frame drilling required
    • Truck bed does not have to be removed
    • 3-1/2" Diameter hole must be cut into bed
  • Powder coated steel is sturdy and corrosion resistant
  • Made in the USA
  • Limited lifetime warranty


B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Trailer Hitch

B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch

Not only does this kit provide you with a sturdy, custom base for installing your Companion fifth-wheel trailer hitch in the bed of your truck, but it also doubles as one of the most recognizable gooseneck hitches on the market. This fifth wheel installation kit actually is the Turnoverball gooseneck hitch from B&W.


Gooseneck Specs:

  • Gross towing weight: 30,000 lbs
  • Vertical load limit: 7,500 lbs
  • Ball size: 2-5/16"

B&W Companion Installed in Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch

With the B&W Turnoverball underbed gooseneck trailer hitch you get the best of both worlds. When you go to tow a gooseneck trailer, the Turnoverball creates a sturdy, dependable connection with your trailer. And when you're done towing, you can stow the ball upside down in the hitch to get full bed access and a clean appearance. When you're ready to tow your fifth wheel trailer, just install the Companion in the ball hole in place of the gooseneck ball and lock the post in place using the built-in handle. You can remove the fifth wheel when you're done towing, leaving your truck bed open once again.


Simple, Custom Installation

This kit is custom designed for your vehicle. The mounting brackets bolt to existing holes in your truck's frame. While some modification is required - you will need to cut a 3-1/2" diameter hole in your bed for the hitch ball and drill holes for the built-in safety chain loops - there is no need to weld onto or to drill into your frame.


Once you have the brackets and center section installed, set up the operating handle. This handle is designed to be accessed from the rear driver's-side wheel well. On the end of the handle is the heavy-duty steel pin that secures the mounting post of the Companion (or the base of the gooseneck hitch ball).



GNRK1384 B and W Turn Over Ball Gooseneck Trailer Hitch

Installation Details BWGNRK1384-5W Installation instructions

This Product Fits The Following Vehicles

  • 2014 - 2018 Ram 2500 6-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
  • 2014 - 2018 Ram 2500 8 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
  • 2014 - 2014 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
  • 2014 - 2014 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 - 8 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg


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Customer Reviews

Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - BWGNRK1384-5W

Average Customer Rating:  4.9 out of 5 stars   (20 Customer Reviews)

Install a Companion fifth-wheel hitch in your truck bed with this custom kit. Better than a traditional mounting kit, this setup doubles as a gooseneck hitch when the fifth wheel is removed, and the underbed design allows for full bed access.

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2015 Dodge Ram Pickup

Installation in 4 hours might be realistic for a shop, but my old tired bones required a bit more time. Everything lined up and fit my 2015 Ram 2500. The quality of the components are far superior to anything Chinese.

I suggest air tools if you have them, and something to lift the 5th Wheel base into your truck bed unless you feel like a baddass today.

I didn't run into any problems because I read the instructions BEFORE I started. Everything I needed to know was right there!



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Received the hitch yesterday, earlier than expected. The packaging was in excellent condition and the parts were fine. The best part is it’s American made. Thanks etrailer.



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Very fast delivery. Excellent product, would have given 5 stars except for the paint or power coat quality was poor along all narrow edges. Really appreciated the installation video.
Overall good experience.

Ed B.

8/17/2018

Product continues to work well. Used frequently in the last year.



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Awesome product, easy and clean install ation



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great hitch, smooth installation. took awhile to get the bolts to thread into the L brackets, other than that moving the muffler was the worst part. 2018 RAM



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Absolutely the BEST choIce I could have made. This hitch is awesome. The ride is smoothe And I forget I have 12000# 5ver behind me. Highly recommend.



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2016 Ram 2500

well engineered parts, good instructions. L brackets were difficult to get into place but considering the alternative (lifting the bed), this was a breeze.



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Great product with great instructions



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2015 Ram 2500

Excellent product very easy install would buy again

Brian

2/6/2018

Awesome product it is my third purchase very simple install



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2018 Ram 2500

Great product. Fast shipping! e- trailer communication is amazing



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Very happy with the products I bought thank you



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Love the hitch, and the unobstructed bed when I’m not towing.



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A few hour install on the garage floor. Template that B&W Supplied worked excellent. Very happy overall.



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I’ve learned quite a lot since discovering your website. Your instructional videos are excellent. The product I ordered is as advertised and arrived on schedule.



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Great product,



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Excellent this is the third unit i have purchased



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  • B and W Companion Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2014 Ram 2500
    B and W has a Companion and Turnoverball hitch solution that works for your 2014 Ram 2500 short bed with the part # BWGNRK1384-5W for the rail kit and the part # BWRVK3400 for the hitch. This does give you a gooseneck hitch ball when needed as well.
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  • B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch and Kit For 2015 Ram 2500
    I do have an option for your 2015 Ram 2500 6-1/2 Ft bed but the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package part # BWRVK3600 is designed specifically for the Ram Towing Package. Marti, the exact kit you need for the 2015 Ram 2500 is: the B&W Companion part # BWRVK3400-5W and the custom Underbed Gooseneck installation kit part # BWGNRK1384-5W. Since you do not have the puck system for the BWRVK3600 to fit into you would need to install the under bed installation kit for...
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  • Fitting A B&W 5th Wheel Hitch To A 2017 RAM 2500 Without Prep Package
    I have a solution for you, but the Replacement Slider Base # BWRVB3775 that you were looking at is for B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider 20K # BWRVK3775. This only fits Chevy/Gmc trucks with the factory prep package and it will not fit your 2017 RAM 2500 without prep package. Instead, I would look at the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider 20K # BWRVK3400-5W along with Custom Underbed Installation Kit # BWGNRK1384-5W. This is confirmed to fit your 2017 RAM 2500 without...
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  • Adapter Available for B and W Turnoverball Hitch That Provides Fifth Wheel Rails
    If you installed a B and W Tunoverball gooseneck hitch part # BWGNRK1384-5W in the bed of your 2016 Ram 2500 you have the option of using the Curt X5 Adapter part # 16310 which would then give you a set of industry standard fifth wheel rails. Or, you could use the Companion Slider Hitch part # BWRVK3400 which is designed to fit the Turnoverball.
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  • Is B and W Fifth Wheel Kit # BWGNRK1384-5W for 2014 Ram 2500 Longhorn Available Without Hitch Ball
    The B and W Fifth Wheel Installation Kit, # BWGNRK1384-5W, for your 2014 Ram 2500 includes the rails, gooseneck hitch head, safety chain loops, and hitch ball. B and W boxes these as a kit and are not available without the the ball.
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  • Using a 5th Wheel Hitch and a Gooseneck Hitch on 2016 Dodge Ram 2500 With a Short Bed
    I do have a solution for your 2016 Ram 2500, but the Curt X5 Adapter # 16310 will not fit on your Ram. The place where the gooseneck hitch sits in the bed of your truck will not allow the Curt Hitch Adapter to sit low enough to properly install the hitch pin. There are no other adapters that will allow you to use an industry standard 5th wheel hitch. The B&W Custom Below Bed Rails # BWGNRK1384-5W will install below your Ram bed which will allow you to have full range of your truck bed...
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  • Recommended Underbed 5th Wheel Rail Kit for 2018 Ram 2500 to Allow Clean Bed
    There is not currently an underbed mounting system with pucks similar to the OEM 5th wheel prep package for your 2018 Ram 2500. Currently the only underbed mounting kit for your truck is the B&W Kit that is the gooseneck trailer hitch and Companion hitch that fits into it. For this combination, I recommend the Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWGNRK1384-5W which is the Turnoverball gooseneck hitch. Then you will use the B&W Companion 5th...
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  • B&W Gooseneck Hitch for 2017 Ram 2500 with a Hillsboro Flatbed
    Thanks for the picture. I have exactly what you need for your 2017 Ram 2500 Hillsboro flatbed. I recommend the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for Flatbed Trucks item # BWGNRK1500. This gooseneck hitch is welded onto your 2017 Ram 2500 and will sit flush with your flatbed once its installed. I have included a picture of what the finished product will look like as well as a review video.
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  • B&W Companion Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch for 2017 Ram 2500 Short Bed
    By "gooseneck receiver" it sounds to me like you either have the 5th wheel prep package on your 2017 Ram 2500 or you have the B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck Trailer hitch # BWGNRK1384-5W. Either way, since you mentioned the B&W Companion, that's the match for the sliding fifth wheel hitch for your truck. If you have the factory prep package with the gooseneck hole and pucks, the hitch that fits is the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Slider for Ram Towing Prep Package # BWRVK3670. If...
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  • Will the Custom Underbed Installation Kit for a 2018 Ram 2500 Work With B&W Patriot
    The Custom Underbed Installation Kit part # BWGNRK1384-5W which is a fit for a 2018 Ram 2500 will only work directly with the B&W Companion Slider Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter part # BWRVK3400. The B&W Patriot Slider 5th Wheel Hitch is not compatible.
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  • B and W Companion Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Ram 2500 Short Bed
    B and W Companion hitches are the way to go like you mentioned as they are very easy to install, well made, and are made in the USA. So if you have the OEM Ram rail kit in your 2018 Ram 2500 short bed you'd want the # BWRVK3670 which fits the factory pucks in your truck bed directly. If instead you do not have the OEM rail kit you'd want the # BWRVK3400 with the rail kit part # BWGNRK1384-5W which is a confirmed fit. This gives you a super clean way to install this hitch in your bed that...
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  • Pin Box Upgrade for Lippert 1621 Pin Box That Can be Used With B&W Companion
    If your 2016 Ram 2500 has the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3400-5W and it mounts in the Turnoverball Installation Kit # BWGNRK1384-5W you cannot use a Sidewinder because the single attachment point for the Companion - in the gooseneck of the Turnoverball - creates too much movement and stress on a single point, potentially damaging the equipment or creating an unsafe towing situation. That said, if your 2016 Ram 2500 has the OEM prep package and you have the fixed...
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  • What is the Best Truck for Towing a 5th Wheel Trailer
    You are doing the right thing by doing the research first. There is a lot of conflicting information out there so let me break it down for you and I will provide some part recommendations at the end. Basically, if you want to tow a 5th wheel trailer, the best trucks are going to be long bed 3/4 or 1 tons like a Ford F-250/F-350, Chevy/GMC 2500/3500, or Ram 2500/3500. Half ton trucks could work but are not nearly as capable as the larger trucks. A long bed for sure is something you will...
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  • What is the Pin Weight Capacity of a 2015 Ram 2500
    The pin weight which is the same as hitch weight but for a 5th wheel and gooseneck trailer cannot exceed either the payload capacity or the gross axle weight rating (GAWR) on your 2015 Ram 2500. I do have access to the payload and (GAWR) figures for a 2015 Ram 2500 but they vary drastically depending on factors such as cab type, bed length, drive type, engine size, transmission, and axle ratio so I can't give you a yes or no answer but I have sent you an article which lists all these capacities...
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  • Gooseneck And Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendations For 2017 Ram 2500 With A Short Bed
    Ideally, you would buy your truck with the factory rail kit already installed. And to be honest, I recommend the long bed since you said you are going to tow a fifth wheel or gooseneck trailer. An 8 ft bed lets you make sharp turns when towing with no issue for clearance. If you purchase a short bed with the factory rail kit, and you want to tow a gooseneck trailer, I recommend The Curt Ball and Safety Chain Loops Kit # C60618. This kit comes with a ball with an easy-to-use lever and...
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  • Is there a Reese Underbed 5th Wheel Rail Kit for a 2015 Ram 2500 and Signature Series Hitch
    The only below the bed 5th wheel installation kit for the 2015 Ram 3500 short bed is going to actually be a B&W set up # BWGNRK1384-5W which you could then only use with the companion hitch # BWRVK3500-5W. There isn't a Reese below the bed kit available that is going to work with your Signature Series hitch. Another option is to use the Signature Series head you have, put it on center section # 58293, and attach that to slider base # RP50024 (the slider base would be needed for a short...
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  • Is Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch Needed for 2018 Ram 2500 with 6-1/2 foot Bed Towing 2018 Cougar 310RLS
    The 2018 Cougar 310RLS has a tapered nose with Max Turn Technology so a sliding hitch will likely not be necessary; you still need to be careful and watch the cab before making sharp turns, but this trailer is designed in a manner that you can use a fixed hitch. For your 2018 Ram 2500 with the factory prep package I strongly recommend the B&W Companion # BWRVK3600 because it is considered by many to be the highest-quality fifth wheel hitch available. If your '18 Ram 2500 does NOT have...
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  • 5th Wheel Hitch For 2014 Ram 2500 Short Bed With Lift & Large Tires
    It sounds like you want a specific "yes" or "no" for if your 2014 Ram 2500 short bed with a lift and large tires can tow a 5th wheel trailer, and it isn't quite that simple. Can you? Yes. Will it be difficult to be totally level? Yes it will. But it depends on the trailer and there isn't a set number for a height that is a cut-off point for if you can or cannot tow. The only thing I can offer is how to optimize for getting as level as possible, and that starts with the hitch. You'll have...
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  • Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2015 Ram 2500 Short Bed
    The 2015 Ram 2500 Power Wagon is a 2500 short bed truck without the OEM rail kit so to install a fifth wheel hitch you'll first need a rail kit like the B and W Turnoverball rail kit part # BWGNRK1384-5W which is a confirmed fit which will then allow you to install the Companion slider hitch part # BWRVK3400 which will give you the clearance you need when turning and is referred to as the best hitch you can get due to how well it's made and how easy it is to use.
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  • B&W 5th Wheel Hitches for 2017 Ram 2500 With and Without Factory Rail Kit
    A 6-1/2-foot bed truck like your Ram 2500 will need a sliding type 5th wheel hitch in order for you to have enough clearance to make tight turns without the cab window and trailer making contact. If your truck has the factory rail kit (with hitch mounting pucks in the bed) then the best option is the B&W Companion hitch model # BWRVK3670. B&W build quality is unmatched and their hitches are completely USA fabricated and assembled. This 20K-rated hitch includes features like a slider with...
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  • Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch and Install Kit for a 2017 Ram 2500 W/ A Regular Bed
    If you're planning on using the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3400-5W then you're going to need the Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWGNRK1384-5W to be able to install this hitch in your 2017 Ram 2500, no pucks needed. However the only real drawback with using this hitch is that if you want4ed to use a different hitch in the future you couldn't due to the way this hitch mounts. You could still use the B&W Patriot...
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  • Demco Hijacker or B&W Companion Slider 5th Wheel Hitch for 2018 Ram 2500 Short Bed
    You've asked a really great question, as the Demco Hijacker Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch ( # DM8550035 along with the Adapter Plate # DM6099 if your Ram has the factory pucks or # DM8550035 with Installation Rails # DM8552025-71 if it doesn't) and the B&W Companion ( # BWRVK3670 if you have the factory pucks or # BWRVK3400-5W with the Under-Bed Mount Kit # BWGNRK1384-5W if you don't) represent the 2 best options available for your 2018 Ram 2500 Short Bed. Between the two I give a slight edge...
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  • Gooseneck or 5th Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2016 Ram and Grand Design 5th Wheel Trailer
    I looked up the BDS lift kit and it is a suspension lift which is good because that means the truck bed and frame are still the same distance apart from each other so you can install a hitch in the bed. If towing a 5th wheel trailer you will want a 5th wheel hitch but given your situation I do have a recommendation that will work as long as the 5th wheel trailer has the tapered front end for short bed trucks and as long as it has a pin box that is compatible with a Reese Goose Box. The...
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  • 2015 Ram 2500 Shortbed Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation
    If you had the OEM hitch prep package in the bed of your 2015 Ram 2500 (there would be 4 pucks for the hitch to install into in the bed of the truck), then yes the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # BWRVK3600 that you referenced would fit your truck. But it doesn't look like you have the hitch prep package based on the vehicle info you ran through our fitguide. If you do not have the factory rail kit you would first need to start with the Custom Underbed Installation...
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