Where Should I Set the Pivot Arms on my B&W Companion Hitch on a 2011 Ram 2500 Long Bed
Question:
I have just received my BWRVK3305 from you for my 2011 Ram 2500 with 8 foot bed. I have a 2018 Forest River Arctic Wolf 35 foot m-305ml6 and was wondering what pivot arm placement I should use? Thank you!
asked by: Mark F
Expert Reply:
Because you've got an 8ft long truck bed, you're going to have the best towing experience with the pivot arms on your # BWRVK3305 in the forward position. This is going to help put the kingpin of the trailer a little bit in front of the rear axle, which is going to help distribute more weight towards the front axle of the truck.
If you don't already have a 7 way plug in your truck bed, you can add one with the Curt # C56070; this is a great addition to any 5th wheel towing package since it'll make connecting to your 7 way plug a breeze. I've linked an installation video of this harness for you to have a look at, as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 7' Long
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Wiring
- 7 Feet Long
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- CURT
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ford Super Duty Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ford
- 6250 lbs Vertical Load
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-3/4 - 18-3/4 Inch Tall
- B and W
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