Is B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch Compatible with Curt EZr Gooseneck Hitch for 2017 Silverado 2500

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Hello is this companion hitch # BWRVK3270 compatible with the Curt EZr Double Lock Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch with Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs Item # C611-624

asked by: Smith

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The part # BWRVK3270 that you referenced is actually the B&W Patriot and while it is designed to fit industry standard base rails, it isn't compatible with the Curt X5 5th-Wheel Base Rail Adapter # C16220 that would be required for the Curt EZr Double Lock Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # C611-624 on your 2017 Chevy Silverado 2500.

If you already have the B&W Patriot # BWRVK3270 then you'll want to use the B&W Base Rail Kit # BWRVK2506.

If you already have the Curt EZr Double Lock # C611-624 then you'll need the Curt X5 Adapter # C16220 and I recommend using the Curt A20 # C16541 sliding 5th wheel hitch.

If you are wanting to use the B&W Companion Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3400 then you'll need the B&W Gooseneck Hitch # BWGNRK1016.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The biggest difference is that from the RVK3000 to the Companion #BWRVK3500 the capacity was upgraded from 18,000 lbs to 20,000 lbs. The height adjustability also changed from 14-3/4 inch-16-3/4 inch to 16-1/4 inch-18-1/4 inch. The post that attaches…

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Answer 2

I do have a solution for you, however the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches like the Sliding #BWRVK3400-5W are not compatible with the Curt Gooseneck Hitch installed on your 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. As you noted, the B&W uses a…

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Answer 3

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 4

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 5

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 6

I spoke with my contact at Trailair and from your serial number we were able to determine that your trailer came with a 1621 HD pin box which is a long pin box style. I was unable to obtain the exact part number for your Trailair pin box but from the…

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Answer 7

The Gen-Y Hitch 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box part #GY58GR is primarily designed for long bed trucks. It's no different than a standard fifth wheel pin box in regards to the size. If you were using a fixed hitch and standard pin box before with…

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Answer 8

If you take a look at the linked diagram you can see the minimum recommended clearance distances between truck and trailer for 5th wheel towing. It is recommended to have at least 5-inches from the top of the bed rails to the bottom of the trailer…

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Answer 9

The one really big downside to gooseneck towing is that there isn't a great solution for short bed truck clearance unlike fifth wheel towing. With fifth wheel hitches you can use a slider hitch and have the clearance issue handled. With gooseneck…

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Answer 10

Installing ta Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter Pin Box like the #325-GH-8045 would not void the warranty of your camper, and Gen-Y makes some of the most durable parts on the market. I really like this as an alternative to…

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Answer 11

It is certainly possible for the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box #GY58GR to work on your 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty short bed, but there are likely going to be clearance issues as these are meant for long bed trucks. That…

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Answer 12

In regards to a Reese Goose Box 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Air Ride Coupler Adapter like part #RP94720 and a Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Adapter Pin Box like part #325-GH-8045, the main difference is that one uses air for…

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