Converting Older B&W Companion 3000 Model Hitch For Use with 2014 Ram Factory Rail Kit
Question:
Have ram 3500, 2014, has OEM setup for gooseneck and 5th wheel, hitch removed before I purchased truck. I have aBandW mod 3000 companion hitch, but hitch part that goes down into turnover gooseneck kit is missing. What under bed kit do I need to order? and what is part number for pin part that goes from above bed hitch to underbed setup? new to 5th wheel towing obviously?,
asked by: Jim
Helpful Expert Reply:
In order to use your existing B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch with your new Ram 3500 that's equipped with the factory rail kit all you need is the Replacement Base # BWRVB3600 if you have the 8 foot bed or the sliding version # BWRVB3670 if you have the short bed. This will simply replace the original base for your Companion so that it can attach directly to those factory pucks in the bed of your Ram.
I did also reach out to my contact at B&W and verified that the head for your older 3000 model Companion will still fit these current bases.
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Replacement Slider Base for B&W OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Ram Towing Prep Package - 20K
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