Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
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Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
Item # BWGNRK1016-5W
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B and W Fifth Wheel Installation Kit - BWGNRK1016-5W
- Below the Bed
- B and W
- Custom
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
- 4" 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
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"
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 4" 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).
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Installation Details
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2016 - 2019 GMC Sierra 2500 6-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
- 2016 - 2019 GMC Sierra 2500 8 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
- 2016 - 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 6-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
- 2016 - 2019 GMC Sierra 3500 8 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
- 2016 - 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 6-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
- 2016 - 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 8 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
- 2016 - 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 6-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
- 2016 - 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 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 - BWGNRK1016-5W
Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 stars (34 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.by: Mark01/30/2023
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
Installed this unit myself and worked perfect. Everything was clearly provided in the directions. If you follow the directions exactly everything goes in perfectly smooth. Like the setup allowing use of my bed if needed. I also got the 5th wheel unit and both the 5th wheel and gooseneck are great options.
by: Brian 08/31/2022
Install is possible for one person, much easier with two. It can be done on the ground without removing the spare tire. It took me a little over 3 hours to do alone.
by: Cory 01/21/2023
Installation was straightforward. Instructions are very clear and concise. Shipping was prompt and I was able to get updates as needed.
by: Patrick 02/15/2020
2018 Chevrolet Silverado
Nice looking setup. Took me 6 hours to install the gooseneck, and 5th wheel by myself with no lifting equipment in my 2018 Silverado 3500. Everything lined up nice. It was a bit heavy, but I like a challenge. Suggest not to over compensate for the spray-in bed liner, I wish I would not have added any extra to the dimension given in the install instructions. Haven’t had a chance to try it out yet, as my RV trailer is still at the dealership until spring.
by: Joe 03/27/2021
B&W is the standard bearer of the 5th wheel hitch industry. You can tell It is very well made. It gives me confidence when towing. etrailer made the purchase easy and is my one stop towing equipment provider.
by: Greg F.05/31/2017
2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500
Fantastic service - placed the order last Friday and received my B&W goose neck hitch and wiring harness the following Tuesday. As soon as I get it installed I will be ordering the B&W companion fifth wheel hitch to go with it.
by: Broc01/20/2019
Very heavy duty! Built super well directions are easy as can be... I bought this with the companion slider and it is such a tight fit, no wiggle at all
by: Gary O Neill06/12/2017
The directions and video were spot on. The B&W is a lot nicer than any other hitch I have ever owned. Very solid and USA made.
by: Bruce04/04/2020
Very happy with installation instructions, help from factory installers, and the overall fit of the under-bed hardware.
by: B09/08/2022
Good solid hitch, pretty easy install by myself took about three hours.
by: Lynn 06/08/2021
Great help over the phone in what would work best for our needs.
But things shipped much later than I was told at the start. I did over the 4 day delivery and the free was waged but it took about 2 weeks to receive. That is why you only got 4 stars!!!
by: Jim L03/19/2020
Ram 3500
Using this with my Chevy 3500 HD. Was easy to install as per the instructions and online video. Works as advertised!
by: Ed M. 09/05/2019
Thanks to all of the great videos that etrailer puts up my installation was a breeze!!
by: Daniel B12/22/2022
I have delt with you before ,You are Good People to deal with !!!!!
by: Christopher 09/11/2021
2016 GMC Sierra 2500
Easy to install and follow installation video in the website. Everything lined up perfectly.
by: Eric 02/02/2021
Solid hitch. Took several hours but install was very straightforward. Tows excellent
by: Debra 01/29/2022
2018 GMC Sierra 2500
Sturdy exactly as described. Haven’t used it yet but looking forward to the security it appears to provide.
by: John A09/29/2022
Service was great! Got unit installed in 5hrs, and it fit like a glove.
by: Michael 12/30/2022
Great price, fast shipping!
by: Robert R.10/29/2016
2016 GMC Sierra 3500
excellent purchasing experience! extremely fast shipping, would definitely recommend etrailer to those who need it!
by: E W M12/09/2018
2018 Chevrolet Silverado
Works well on 2018 HD2500 Silverado. Not hard to install for one person
by: Tom 10/07/2021
GMC
Excellent quality product and fit for my 2019 GMC truck.
by: Kenneth 09/06/2021
As easy to install as they claim. There fit was perfect and worked flawlessly. I highly recommend it to anybody who is considering the product.
by: William03/18/2024
by: Dan W02/27/2017
Very well made hitch. Can't wait to try it out. Everything came quickly with no issues. Great price. Why go anywhere else? Thanks!
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3/20/2024
William, I see you had a 2 star experience with the B&W Companion. The Companion is one of our most popular fifth wheel set ups so I am surprised. If you would like to tell me what went wrong, I am happy to help you.