Is B and W Companion Hitch Compatible with Sidewinder Pin Box
Question:
I am interested in purchasing a BW companion 5th wheel hitch, but I have a question. Our 5th wheel has a sidewinder extension on the 5th wheel, The 5th wheel pin doesnt pivot in the hitch, it pivots on the trailer end. There is a blocking lug just behind the pin that prevent the pin from pivoting in the hitch, will this work with the BW hitch?
asked by: Troy W
Expert Reply:
If the B and W Companion hitch attaches to a gooseneck hitch through a center post then you cannot use it with a Sidewinder like you have. If instead it's a Companion hitch that's designed for a factory rail kit like for a Dodge or Ford truck then it can be used with it. Sidwinders put quite a bit of torque on hitches so they need the hitch to be attached to the truck bed in all four corners.
The correct B and W wedge for the Sidewinder is part # SWW-06.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Companion Slider Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Truck
- Gooseneck Hitch to Fifth Wheel Trailer
- No Offset
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Connects to Gooseneck Hole
- Adjustable Height
- Hitch Adapters
- B and W
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5th Airborne Custom Wedge for B&W Fifth Wheels
- Accessories and Parts
- Fifth Wheel King Pin
- Wedges
- B and W 5th Wheel
- Reese
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