Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for my 2018 Ram 2500 with Prep Package
Question:
I am buying a 2020 Keystone Cougar 32BHS and want to tow it with my 2018 Ram 2500, with a 64 bed with Puck system. What kit should I get?
asked by: Jeremy S
Helpful Expert Reply:
My recommendation for your 2018 Ram 2500 with the prep package is the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider part # BWRVK3670. This gives you the tried and true B&W Head and the slider base that will connect directly to your prep package. The slider is recommended so you do not have contact between your camper and your truck.
I have installed a lot of the fifth wheels and this is by far my favorite. It slides better than any on the market. It uses a dual jaw setup to hold the king pin very securely eliminating alot of the chucking and jarring ride that comes when hauling a fifth wheel camper.
Most folks will also choose to add in bed wiring so it is not hanging over the tailgate. I recommend using 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness part # 50-97-410. This will plug in directly between your current 7-way on the back of the truck and allow you an in bed connection point.
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5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Plug - GM, Ford, Ram, Toyota - 9' Long
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Wiring
- 9 Feet Long
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ram
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-1/4 - 18-1/4 Inch Tall
- B and W
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