Compatible 5th Wheel Hitches With 2020 Ford F-350 OEM Pucks With Short Base

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Is there a shorter base available?BWRVB3300

asked by: Tom

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The bases are only compatible with certain hitch heads. It looks like you are seeking a Ford OEM puck system hitch and are looking for a short height so you will only get limited base options that fit that criteria as most manufacturers will only make one base/leg fit for their hitch to be compatible with the OEM pucks. You will want to not only consider the base height but the overall hitch height.

The heights are measured from the bed to the top of the hitch head where the pin box rests when connected. You will want to account for side box clearances as well as pin box adjustments to ensure you can tow level and have adequate clearances for turning while going uphill. It is recommended to have 6 inches from the bed rail to the bottom of the overhang on your trailer minimum.

There are many options that adjust from 13-17 inches like the Curt A25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ford Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 24,000 lbs # C16036 which is my recommendation for that height. I've linked the page to those options for you.

The Reese M5 Series 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Single Jaw - 20,000lbs # RP30921 adjusts from 14-18 inches.

My favorite option is the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ford Super Duty Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs # BWRVK3300 which is actually one of the tallest options with adjustment from 16-3/4 - 18-3/4 inches.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

The Lippert Never Fail Whisper Disk Lube Plate, part #LC286160 will work with all Trailair pin boxes. You do want to make sure it will work with the fifth wheel hitch you have as some of them have specific lube plates they work with.

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Answer 2

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 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

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 5

Great question, Jeff! When the Rota-Flex first came out it renovated what a pin box could do and be, but at this point in time that technology is a little more dated and the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel Pin Box #325-GH-8040 is the "new…

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Answer 6

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 7

The head alone for the B&W Companion hitch #BWRVK3500 weighs about 70 pounds. Everything else weighs about 130 pounds. So the total weight of the hitch is approximately 200 pounds.

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Answer 8

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 9

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 10

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 11

Hey Luis, for your 2018 Ford F-350 that doesn't have the OEM pucks you would want the B and W Turnoverball hitch part #BWGNRK1116 that is a confirmed fit for your truck. I really like the B and W gooseneck hitches as they are known to be the…

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Answer 12

Hey David, from previous customers of ours who have the same 2020 Keystone Raptor 424 we have determined that your pin box style is the Lippert 1621 which means for a Gen-Y gooseneck adapter you'd want the #GY58GR that you referenced.

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