Why is a B and W Install Kit Required to Install Fifth Wheel Hitch in a 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500

Question:

I asked question on BandW Slider Fifth Wheel hitch, and got a good answer. However, the answer says that I might need part ## BWGNRK1012-5W. Why do I need that additional part if I am only going to tow 5th wheel? Is it a required part? Or for some other purpose?

asked by: Bill C

Expert Reply:

In order to install the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3400-5W in your 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500 short bed you have to first install a rail kit in the bed of the truck to provide the attachment point for the hitch.

The rail kit part # BWGNRK1012-5W installs to the frame of your truck and provides you with a way to securely mount the hitch. This also doubles as a gooseneck hitch so if you ever had to tow a gooseneck trailer this would be a nice feature.

If you check out the install video I attached you will see how it installs in the bed of your truck.

expert reply by: Jameson C