Expert Answers about Chevrolet Silverado 3500

• Difference Between B and W OEM Companion Base BWRVB3710 and BWRVB3715
• The difference between the two is the weight capacity. The part # BWRVB3710 is rated 20,000 lbs and the part # BWRVB3715 is rated for 25k capacity.
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• Comparing B&W and Curt Gooseneck Hitch Kits For In Bed Hitch Prep/Puck On 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500
• The B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit # BWGNXA2061 is going to be the kit I recommend. This kit includes a 2-5/16" hitch ball that is rated for 30,000lbs. The reason I prefer this kit is that it has the folding handle that is used to lock the ball in the factory in bed prep/puck system on your 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. This will help keep your hands clean when it is time to remove the ball. The Curt Ball and Safety Chain Loop Kit # C38CR is rated for 38,000lbs of trailer capacity. The...
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• Comparing The B&W Companion Vs The B&W Gooseneck Ball For A 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 Short Bed
• There are advantages and disadvantages for both options on your 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 short bed and I have them listed out below. B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3775 Advantages: -Robust as all get out -12" of travel for good clearance -Fully articulating head eases hookup -Lifetime Warranty Disadvantages: -Limits bed space -It's heavy (around 250 pounds) -Only rated to 20,000 pounds -Expensive B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit # BWGNXA2061 and Andersen Ranch Hitch...
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• Comparing the Curt Q20 and Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches for Differences
• I measured the jaws and on both the Q25 # C16265 and the Q20 # C16130 the thickness of both is 1/2 inch. The differences are most obvious in the vertical load limit and the gross towing weight ratings. I reached out to my contact at Curt and the jaws are identical so the differences are in other metals being a slightly thicker gauge and the leg design. My contact said they are basically the same in the hitch head except for the slightly thicker gauge metal on the Q25 head.
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• Fixed or Sliding B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch For 2023 Chevy Silverado 3500 w/ Puck System
• This all depends on your bed size, if you have the 8 foot long bed, go with the fixed Companion, but for the standard/short 6-3/4 foot bed, I recommend you go with the sliding Companion. Both the fixed and sliding hitch will fit the pucks of your 2023 Chevy Silverado 3500, but putting the fixed hitch in a short bed leaves open the possibility of the trailer making contact with your cab on tight turns. So, unless you are 100 percent sure you won't need the sliding feature of the Companion,...
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• What is the Difference Between 5th Wheel Brackets # RP56001 and # RP50066 for a 2015 Chevy 3500
• The frame mounting brackets for both kits that you mentioned do not have the same part number and they cannot be used interchangeably. The part numbers that you listed are the actual part numbers for the brackets. Part # RP50066 is the part number for the inboard facing brackets and part # RP50066-58 is the part number for the entire install kit that includes the base rails. And again, part # RP56001, is the part number for the outboard facing brackets only and part # RP56001-53 is the...
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• Comparing Reese 5th Wheel Installation Kits for 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 8-Foot Bed
• The two Reese custom-fit 5th Wheel base rail installation kits you referenced, parts # RP56001-53 and # RP50066-58, both fit your 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 8-Foot Bed without Factory Rail Kit. The difference between them is that kit # RP56001-53 is an outboard kit with longer rails and brackets that install on the outsides of the frame rails, which means a slightly easier/shorter install and a slightly higher price. Installation videos for both kits are linked for you. For a wiring...
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• What Is the Part Number for a Curt A16 For Chevy/GMC OEM Puck Packages
• For reference, our part numbers will not always be the same as the manufacturers part numbers, but I can assure you that the Curt # C74FR you've referenced is a Curt A16 hitch head with the legs that are designed to fit in the Chevy/GMC OEM puck kits. The part number for the leg kit from Curt is the 16091 you referenced and the A16 head is part 16520, which makes up the complete # C74FR system. I've linked a review video of this hitch, but it is the part you're seeking.
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• What Is The Difference Between The AL58WQ And The AL74000EZ
• Great question. They are virtually the same wireless compressor. The only difference is that the # AL74000EZ is Bluetooth compatible and also comes with a wireless remote. The # AL58WQ does not include a remote and can only be operated via Bluetooth with the Air lift smartphone app.
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• Comparing the Stromberg Carlson # LG-3 and the Lippert Components # LC333964 Landing Gear Sets
• You are correct in your findings. Both sets of Landing Gear, the Stromberg Carlson # LG-3 and the Lippert # LC333964, have the standard weld stop locations where the inside to inside measurement is 15-1/2 inches and the outside to outside of the weld stop measurement is 17-1/2 inches and they measure 29-1/2 inches tall. Either of these will fit the current brackets you have on your RV. One other thing you might want to note is that part # LG-3 has a total lift of 34-7/8 inches with travel...
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• Comparing Blue Ox and Equal-i-zer WDHs for 2018 Airstream International Signature 30RB
• The Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System and Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution System are both excellent options. That said, the Blue Ox system will be less noisy but this is because it has two less points of friction therefore the sway control will be less effective. The Equal-i-zer does have more stress on the frame but not enough to cause an issue. If you want to go with the Blue Ox system then you will need part # BXW1500 but if Equal-i-zer you need part # EQ37140ET. In order...
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• What is the Difference Between the Sumo Springs Available for a 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500
• Yes, there are a several options to add Sumo Springs to your 2022 Chevy Silverado 3500 and you'll generally want to choose based off the weights of the payloads you typically carry in your truck bed or the size of the trailer you're towing. It should be noted that these don't increase the payload or towing capacity, they'll only offer support within the capacities of your Silverado. The SuperSprings Sumo Springs Solo Rear Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Suspension Kit for Trucks # SSR-207-47 are...
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• Comparing Curt and B&W Gooseneck Hitch Balls for 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD High Country
• When it comes to choosing between the B&W Ball and Safety Chain Kit # BWGNXA2061 and Curt Ball and Safety Chain Loop Kit # C60692 I would go with the B&W. One of the main differences between the two is the handle that the B&W has which is what makes it great. This allows for a clean and easy way to carry, install, and remove the ball. The handle can also lock in the horizontal position to prevent accidental unlatching. It has a storage kit for when it is not in use, and everything from...
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• What Is The Difference Between The B&W Companion OEM # BWRVK3770 And # BWRVK3775
• GM decided to change up the puck spacing in their truck beds for the 2020 and newer models so the difference between these two B&W Companion hitches is simply just the model years that they're compatible with. The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package # BWRVK3770 fits 2016 - 2019 models. The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package # BWRVK3775 fits 2020 - current models* (subject to change). Since you have...
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• Reese 5TH Wheel Installation Kit Choices For a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Dually Long Bed
• You will have a few options for the installation kit on your 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD LTX. Your choice may be determined by the 5th wheel hitch if you already have one. First is the Under-Bed Rail and Installation Kit for Reese Elite Series # RP30868 rated for up to 25,000lbs. These brackets attach to the frame through existing holes and have a lifetime warranty. This kit will require you to use a 5th wheel hitch like the Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30921. You will not...
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• Which SumoSprings Rear Helper Springs Are Best For A 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500?
• As you mentioned not towing all the time, I do not recommend going with the SumoSprings Rebel # SSR-203-47-2. This will be far to heavy duty as is intended more for full time towing or an in-bed camper. Your suspension will end up being affected pretty severely when not under load, so I suggest one of the lower rated options. Specifically the SumoSprings Rebel # SSR-203-40-2. This is also a two piece design, which I do like, is rated up to 3,000 pounds of carrying capacity (at 50% compression)....
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• Comparing the B&W Companion and Curt Q20 for a 2019 Chevy Silverado 3500 with Pucks
• The B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch part # BWRVK3700 is a pretty significant upgrade over the Curt Q20 OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16530-16025. The jaws on the B&W hitch are much thicker than the Curt hitch so they will be more secure and form a tighter grip on the kingpin so there will be less movement which translates to a smoother ride. The handle on the B&W hitch has a cam action whereas the Curt hitch just has a standard action and what this means is that there will be much...
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• Furrion 5" RV Observation Camera System # FOS05TASF vs Furrion 4.3" # FOS43TASF
• Both the Furrion 5" RV Observation Camera System # FOS05TASF and the 4.3" # FOS43TASF include the same waterproof camera with infrared LEDs to provide nighttime vision. The only differences between the 2 systems have to do with the monitor itself. In addition to the size difference, the 5" Monitor with the # FOS05TASF separates itself with its compatibility with up to 4 cameras along with a speaker that lets you hear audio sent from the camera. Other than that the two systems are nearly...
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• Is It Worth Upgrading To Road Armor Equalizers From Equa-Flex On 2020 Grand Design 310GK 5TH Wheel?
• The main difference between the Equa-Flex # LC279688 and Road Armor # LC696740 is the placement of the rubber cushions. The Road Armor places the cushions above and below the mounting arm for the shackles while the Equa-Flex only has the cushions on the load side of the mounting arm. This leads to a better ride quality as less shock is transferred through the suspension. Everyone I know who has made this change has been very happy with the Road Armor equalizer. The 4" versus 3-1/2" height...
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• Correct B&W Gooseneck Hitch for B&W Companion on a 2018 Chevy Silverado 3500
• Both the B&W Gooseneck hitches # BWGNRK1016 and # BWGNRK1016-5W are actually the same thing for your 2018 Chevy Silverado 3500. The reason that one has the "5W" added at the end is because we had to put it in with the "5th wheel" fit guide which includes the Companion Slider # BWRVK3400-5W that you referenced. Attached is an installation video of the gooseneck hitch being installed on a similar 2018 Silverado 3500 as well as a photo to show what the end result looks like. If you don't...
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