How to Remove B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch from Turnover Ball Goosneck Hitch

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Hi. Im wondering if you can send me instructions and video of taking my B and W Companion 5th wheel out of my truck so that I can set up my gooseneck for my horse trailers. And then reinstalling it for our Toy Hauler. Much much thanks!!!!!

asked by: Kat

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The video I've linked for you shows the # BWRVK3500 B&W Companion being installed. To remove the hitch, simply reverse the process. Pull the release handle in the driver's side wheel well, then climb in the truck bed. Remove the two pins that hold the fifth wheel head in place, and lift the head off the hitch. Then, you can lift straight up on the base to remove it.

After the hitch is removed, I'd recommend installing the gooseneck ball upside down, it'll help keep dirt, debris and other crud from getting into the works of the gooseneck hitch. I've also linked you to a copy of the installation instructions/owner's manual.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Lonnie S.

4/3/2020

How hard is it to remove a 5th wheel and will the bed of truck be the same?

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Chris R.

4/4/2020

The Companion is a robust hitch, so it typically takes a couple of people to remove it from the bed. It's not difficult in terms of the actual process - it's just a matter of pulling up to remove the head and bringing the assembly out in two pieces (head and base) - it's just quite heavy is all. Once it's removed all that will be left in the bed is a covered hole for the gooseneck ball.

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Answer 1

You do not have to use a sliding 5th wheel hitch in a short bed truck. In many cases, truck beds shorter than 8 ft do not have enough clearance between the trailer and truck to execute sharp turns. This is why sliding hitches were invented. Due to…

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Answer 2

If you take a look at the linked diagram you can see the minimum recommended clearance distances between truck and trailer for 5th wheel towing. It is recommended to have at least 5-inches from the top of the bed rails to the bottom of the trailer…

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Answer 3

Great question, Jeff! When the Rota-Flex first came out it renovated what a pin box could do and be, but at this point in time that technology is a little more dated and the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel Pin Box #325-GH-8040 is the "new…

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Answer 4

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 5

Yes, the Demco Recon fifth wheel to gooseneck adapter part #DM8550045 would be a great option for you. It fits your ball size, has a jaw design that holds the king pin tightly for a quieter ride quality, and also is height adjustable which makes…

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Answer 6

Yes, since the factory installed Knapheide gooseneck hitch is just the B&W Turnoverball ball, the B&W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter #BWRVK3500 will work great.

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Answer 7

Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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Answer 8

Hi Ken, To determine the correct Gen-Y Gooseneck Pin Box for your 2022 Forest River Sierra Luxury 321RL fifth wheel you'll first need to determine your trailer's bolt pattern and pin weight. There should be a sticker somewhere on your pin box…

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Answer 9

You will want the hitch to be set at the height that 1) allows the trailer to be level, and 2) allows you a minimum of 6 inches between the bottom of the trailer loft and the top of the bed rails. The fifth wheel hitches offer several inches of up…

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Answer 10

To uninstall the Companion hitch head, your will first remove the Saddle lock pins. Then grab the saddle handles and lift to remove the head from the pivot arms. Removing the head will make taking out the base easier since it won't be as heavy.…

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Answer 11

You definitely could use a slider fifth wheel hitch like the part #RP30051 in a long bed truck and just leave it in the forward tow position all the time. The only down side to this is that slider hitches have more moving parts so they tend to be…

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Answer 12

Yes, the RVK2406 is exactly the same as the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches #BWRVK2402. We left the part number the same on our site for continuity and the #BWRVK2402 will 100 percent fit your 2023 Ford…

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