Recommended Gooseneck Hitch for 2019 Ram 3500 with Mopar Aftermarket OEM Puck System

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HAVE a 2019 megacab 3500 ram non air ride truck short bed with Mopar add-on OEM 5th wheel prep package, my question is i need to use the 5th wheel for my camper but want to know if I can install the bw goose neck hitch so I can tow a car trailer I do not want to have to change the trailer as I would like to be able to hook up to any gooseneck if need be then when I need install the 5th wheel auto slider to tow the camper. I am looking for versatility and being able to a ball in hook a goose neck and go

asked by: Erick M

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In order to add a gooseneck to your 2019 Ram 3500 with the Mopar OEM Puck kit, I recommend using the Curt Custom Underbed OEM-Style Gooseneck Trailer Hitch - 35,000 lbs # C60633, which is small enough to mount in the space not taken up by those pucks and will allow you to tow a gooseneck trailer. I think you'll really like that the gooseneck ball stores in the gooseneck hitch, so you'll be able to just pull it out, flip it over and go. You could also use the B&W Turnoverball # BWGNRK1320 system that you were referring to, but it is slightly larger than the Curt system so it might be a tight squeeze to install it in the space limited by the OEM Pucks you're installing.

If you don't already have a 5th wheel hitch that is designed to fit in your OEM pucks, I recommend using the B&W Companion Slider # BWRVK3670. The Companion hitch is renowned for being one of the most durable and high quality hitches on the market. It has a 1" thick dual jaw that provides better security and less rattle than traditional slide bar jaws, and the fully articulating hitch head helps reduce chucking while also making hookup a breeze.

I've linked some review videos of these parts for you to have a look at.

expert reply by: Erik B

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Answer 1

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Answer 2

B&W 5th wheel installation kit #BWRVK2605 comes with all of the necessary hardware for installation. None of the bolts go through the frame so bolt leaders are not needed. The brackets that attach to the frame use u-bolts. I have included a link…

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Answer 3

I'll start by saying that because you have a short bed truck, you will need a sliding hitch in order to make sure that you can safely turn while towing your 5th wheel trailer and not create contact between the nose of your trailer and the cab of…

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Answer 4

According to my research the OEM puck system on your 2019 Ram 3500 is just bolted on so you can definitely remove it and install the B&W Gooseneck Hitch #BWGNRK1320 which actually fits your pickup whether you have the long bed or the short bed.…

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Answer 5

By far the way to go is the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider part #BWRVK3400-5W that you checked out. This offers a 20,000 lbs. capacity so it will handle your trailer weight with no issues. The Companion is the easiest to use…

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Answer 6

I do have an option for you but there is no way to install a B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch on a truck with a factory fifth wheel prep package. If you are trying to reuse a B&W Companion Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch…

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Answer 7

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Answer 8

Since you have the prep package, a separate gooseneck hitch is not needed for your 2020 Ram 3500. Instead, all you need is a gooseneck hitch ball that is designed to fit in the gooseneck hole on your truck, and the best option is also from B&W: -…

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Answer 9

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Answer 10

You can replace the OEM puck system on your 2016 Ram 3500 with the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch #BWGNRK1320 but you will need to use the installation hardware that comes with the B&W kit. Not only have these bolts been…

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Answer 11

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Answer 12

The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs part #F2478 are a confirmed fit for a 2020 Ram 3500 Cab and Chassis. I took a look in the installation instructions and there was no mention of modifying the axle vent. I have attached a photo of how the…

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