How To Install a 5th Wheel Hitch On a 2005 GMC Sierra with Curt Double Lock Gooseneck Installed

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I have a curt double lock gooseneck hitch. Is there a way I can use the BandW companion 5th wheel hitch with it?

asked by: George

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Expert Reply:

If you want to use the B&W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter part # BWRVK3500 then your only option is to replace the Curt Double Lock, Flip and Store Underbed Gooseneck Hitch and install the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch part # BWGNRK1059 for 1500 models, part # BWGNRK1067 for 2500 models, or part # BWGNRK1062 for 3500 models.

The other option you have is to keep the Curt Double Lock, Flip and Store Underbed Gooseneck Hitch and use the Curt X5 5th Wheel Base Rails Adapter part # C16210 with the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3255 which is similar to the B&W Companion in regards to quality and performance.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Answer 1

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 2

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 3

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 4

The main difference between a Class III hitch and a Class IV hitch is the capacities they set for the hitches. Class III hitches are rated for up to 6,000 lbs GTW with 600 lbs TW whereas a Class IV is rated for up to 12,000 lbs GTW and 1,000 TW. For…

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Answer 5

If you are going to install two of the MORryde X-Factor Crossmembers #MR33WR on your tandem axle trailer Alan you would want to install them on the front and rear hangers. You can install a third one if you want on the middle hanger as well for even…

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Answer 6

The recommended minimum clearance between gooseneck trailer overhang and truck bed rails is 4-6 inches. I'd recommend 6 inches but a lot of people get by with just 4. Ideally you have at least 6 inches of clearance and the trailer is sitting…

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Answer 7

I went out into our warehouse and measured both the Curt Hitches you referenced #C15312 and #C15313. THe #C15312 measures 2-3/4 inches from the mounting flange down to the hitch opening and the #C15313 measures 5-5/8 inches.

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Answer 8

You can use that upper hole on your hanger to install the #MR33WR. Make sure you don't tighten it down too much or you will pinch the leaf spring and it won't function properly. You will also need to make sure you have enough room to install…

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Answer 9

Yes, anytime you use a hitch extender or reducer like #HR26 you will lose about 1/3 of your hitches overall capacity. However, since you'll be towing a trailer that weighs between 4,500 to 5,000 lbs, the Brophy Hitch Reducer #HR26 will still work…

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