Can B and W Companion Hitch Be Locked to 2022 Ram 3500 OEM Rail Kit

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I want to get this companion hitch for my 2022 Ram 3500 that has the pucks but is there a way to lock it to my truck?

asked by: Julio

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You can use a padlock like the part # MM140DLH to lock the B and W Companion Hitch for Ram Rail Kits part # BWRVK3600 to lock the release handle to the base of the hitch that normally a pin runs through.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

That's a good question, and it comes down to engineering and strength. The pins that hold the Companion in place to the puck system of your 2021 GMC Sierra 3500 were engineered to withstand what are significant forces on the hitch while…

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

Both the Curt Q25 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 24,000 lbs #C16049 and B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 25,000 lbs #BWRVK3600 are very good fifth wheel hitches that will…

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Answer 4

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Answer 5

If the Companion hitch is one that fits a truck's OEM rail kit like the Ram Companion #BWRVK3600 you can use it with a Sidewinder since it attaches to the truck rail kit in four places but the Companion hitches that fit gooseneck hitches and only…

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Answer 6

We have what is needed to make this work for you. Let's start by addressing the height, Please note the attached image. When towing you want your 5th wheel to be set level and you should have at least 5 to 6 inches between your rails and…

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Answer 7

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Answer 10

From what I could find it looks like your 122R (red) and 122Y (amber) lights measure 3.75" x 1.70" x .81". We don't have any replacement lense directly for the GLO-BRITE lights but we do have some similar lights that you could use…

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Answer 11

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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Answer 12

Seal 171255UC has an inner diameter of 1.719 inches and outer diameter of 2.565 inches. A seal that has those dimensions would actually be #58846. I've added a link to a video review of this seal for you to take a look at.

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Can B and W Companion Hitch Be Locked to 2022 Ram 3500 OEM Rail Kit

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