Can a Reese Sidewinder be Used with Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection

Question:

Hi, can I use a Reese Sidewinder with an Andersen 3220 - Aluminum Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection 2 Gooseneck Mount?

asked by: Tom L

Expert Reply:

I do have some options for you, however you will not be able to use the Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection # AM3225 with a Reese Sidewinder, like the # RP61420. The Reese Sidewinder cannot be used with any Gooseneck Adapters because they do not offer a secure enough mounting point with the gooseneck ball and you do not want two pivot points in your towing setup.

If you want to use a Reese Sidewinder, you will need a standard 5th-Wheel Hitch like the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs # C16115 along with Installation Rails # C16424-204. This is a fixed 5th-wheel hitch with a gross towing weight of 16,000 lbs and vertical load limit of 4,000 lbs.

In order to use the Andersen Ultimate 5th Wheel Connection, you will need a standard 5th-wheel pin box. I have included a link that takes you to our selection of pin boxes. The appropriate replacement will depend on the name and model number on your OEM pin box. If you cannot find this information, I recommend contacting your trailer manufacturer to see if they can give you the correct replacement numbers.

Also, if you do not have one already, I recommend a 5th Wheel Wiring Harness like the Curt # C56000. This will provide a 7-way connector in the bed of your truck for easy hookup with your trailer.

expert reply by: Chris R