Can Curt A16 5th Wheel Hitch Head Replace E16 Hitch Head

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Will this head replace E5 head.

asked by: Bob B

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The Curt E5 ( # 16516 E16 5th wheel hitch) uses Curt's R16 slider, which is compatible with the Curt # C16520 A16 5th wheel hitch head.

The A series hitches feature an interlocking jaw that will hold the king pin much more tightly than the slide bar jaw on the E series, so you'll eliminate much of the chucking and banging you experience while towing, for a much improved ride quality.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

The Head Unit and R16 Roller Adapter #C16515 is more of an entry level fifth wheel head designed for a lower price point, whereas the A16 part #C16520 is a bit nicer with it's 2 piece jaw system that will provide better king pin contact which…

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Answer 2

Yes, the Curt A16 Hitch part #C16520-16026 that you referenced is compatible with the Lippert Turning Point pin box.

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Answer 3

We don't have any videos or articles that cover exactly what you are looking for and since the jaw designs have gotten somewhat different over the years between one-piece, two piece, and sliding bars etc. it's hard to boil it down to…

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Answer 4

The hardware kit needed to join your #C16520 A16 Hitch Head/Center Assembly to the #C16560 slider assembly is part #C35UR. It includes 4 bolts, 4 washers and 4 nuts. Curt doesn't offer just the handle bolt/spring as individual parts, but…

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Answer 5

As far as the difference between the Curt A16 Head #C16520 and the Curt E16 Head #C16515 for your 2022 Ram 2500, the E16 is more of a basic economical hitch. With the A16, that hitch comes with a dual-jaw that makes for better kingpin connection…

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Answer 6

The height setting you'll need to use when installing the Curt A16 head part #C16520 that you referenced is going to be based on what your trailer needs to sit level. The height of the head is adjustable as well as how the pin box attaches to the…

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Answer 7

The Curt part number #C16520 is for an A16 head like the hitch #C16120 which is unfortunately not compatible with sidewinders. The old versions were compatible, but not the current style. That said, you'll want to go with the E-Series from Curt…

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Answer 8

Unfortunately there isn't a handle replacement or handle kit for the Curt A16 5th wheel hitch. You would need to replace the entire head unit with #C16520. They don't have replacement parts available for that hitch head.

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Answer 9

I spoke with my contact at Curt regarding your E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #C16115. He stated that the legs/base on this model hitch are not compatible with the Curt A16 Replacement Head #C16520. In order to replace the head on your hitch, you will…

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Answer 10

Yes, the Curt E16 Hitch Head can be swapped out for the Curt A-Series or Q-Series. The A-Series is the new design and what I recommend using. It has a more secure locking jaw system than the Q-Series among a few other things. I recommend using part…

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Answer 11

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 12

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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