B&W Companion Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Chevy Silverado 3500
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Perfect. Thanks for the help. One last question, on the Lube Plates. How long do these last, or how do you know if it needs to be replaced? This part is new to me.
asked by: Craig H
Expert Reply:
For your 2018 Chevy Silverado 3500 the B and W Companion hitch part # BWRVK3700 is the best option you have for the factory rail kit. The Companion hitches are among the nicest hitches around and are considered by most as the best fifth wheel hitch. This would be a great solution. This also will easily work with a Lippert Trailair pin box.
For a B&W Companion hitch I recommend using a 10 inch diameter lube plate. We have the Reese Lube Plate, # RP83002, which is my top choice, and the Curt 10 inch Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate, # 16721, both of which will work nicely with your Companion hitch.
B and W recommends the use of a lube plate so we also recommend it.
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Curt 10" Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Lube Plate
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Lube Plate for Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10" Diameter
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
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- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
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Craig H.
12/20/2017
Perfect. Thanks for the help. One last question, on the Lube Plates. How long do these last, or how do you know if it needs to be replaced? This part is new to me.