5th Wheel Hitch Recommendation for Older Fifth Wheel Trailer

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Question:

I am buying a 1975 5th wheel that doesn’t come with a hitch for the back of a pick up, I am wondering if I can buy any type of hitch or Are all king pins on a 5th wheel trailer the same dimension so it won’t matter what hitch I buy

asked by: Doug N

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Expert Reply:

The king pin standards of trailers has not changed so a modern fifth wheel hitch like the Reese part # RP30047 will fit and attach to it.

For a universal rail kit for your truck since I don't know what you have the # RP30035 fits most trucks.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

I spoke with my contact at Reese regarding the lube plate #RP83002 and its lifespan. He said that there is no set duration it is good for. This is because it all depends on the weight of the trailer, how much you tow the trailer, and the terrain you…

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Answer 2

Fixed hitches are quite a bit lighter weight than slider hitches. The Curt A16 fixed hitch part #C16120 weighs 116 lbs. For comparison the slider version part #C16521 weighs 196 lbs so the weight savings is significant. Also fixed hitches have less…

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Answer 3

There are certain 5th wheel hitches that are not compatible with a Sidewinder. Some Hensley hitches are not recommended for such applications due to the fit of the wedges supplied with Sidewinders. I checked with my contact at Hensley about the TS3…

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Answer 4

The B&W Patriot #BWRVK3200 fits in industry standard above the bed rails the same as your Husky hitch so it will fit the same rails. If you never needed to use the slider then you should still have clearance using this hitch as well. It can…

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Answer 5

The B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #BWRVK3270 that you referenced weighs 220 lbs total. It comes apart in a few sections though to make install and removal a bit easier. I attached a review video for more info on the hitch as well.

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Answer 6

The B and W Patriot 16k hitch part #BWRVK3200 you referenced is an excellent choice for you as B and W fifth wheel hitches are known to offer the smoothest and quietest ride quality when towing compared to everything else out there. This is primarily…

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Answer 7

The B and W Slider hitch that will fit the Reese fifth wheel rails you have installed in your truck bed is the B and W Patriot part #BWRVK3270 which is a confirmed fit and designed for that style of fifth wheel rail.

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Answer 8

To tow a fifth wheel trailer with your 2007 Dodge Ram with a 6-1/2 foot bed you will need to install base rails in your truck bed in order to mount a Curt sliding hitch. Base rails come with installation kits and there are two different options for…

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Answer 9

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 10

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 11

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 12

Hey Jay. It sounds like you are on the right track here because a sidewinder pin box will be your only option for pulling your 5th wheel since you have a short bed truck with the Rambox. That said, you are right that the Reese Sidewinder cannot be…

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