Any Difference Between B&W BWGNRK1394 and BWGNRK1394-5W Installation Kits

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whats the difference they both look the same hookup ? I have a BWGNRK1394 pending and am going to order the BWRVK3500-5W will it fit either hitch ? need to know as soon as possible to either change the order or cancel the order

asked by: John

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There is no difference between the B&W Underbed Trailer Hitch, # BWGNRK1394 and # BWGNRK1394-5W. They are listed separately because we want to identify them under both gooseneck and fifth wheel searches; but both are able to be used as a gooseneck hitch or with the Companion fifth wheel hitches.

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expert reply by: Michael R

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Answer 1

If you compare the provided side by side photo of the B&W #BWGNRK1394 Turnover Ball gooseneck hitch, which is a fit for the 1996 Dodge Ram to the photo you kindly provided, I'd call that a match. The square ball, the positioning of the safety…

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Answer 2

Since you already have the B&W Companion Gooseneck-to Fifth-Wheel Hitch you will need the flatbed base #BWRVB3055 to move your traditional Companion to a flat bed truck. If you do not already have a B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck hitch in the…

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Answer 3

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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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 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

For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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Answer 7

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 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

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 10

Installation of both the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch #BWGNRK1394 for your 2002 Ram 2500 and #BWGNRK1308 for your 2009 Ram 3500 Mega Cab short bed will not require the bed to be lifted or disconnected in any way. The…

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