B&W Companion and Turnover Ball System for a 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 Long Bed w/ out the Tow Package

Question:

I have a 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 and I am looking to haul my 5th wheel trailer. I would also like to be able to haul a gooseneck trailer down the road. I need a hitch for my truck I do not have the prep package. I have the long bed. Can you help me?

asked by: Lyle

Expert Reply:

I would be happy to help you set your 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 long bed up to tow your 5th wheel trailer. You're going to need an under bed system. I recommend the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch w/ Custom Installation Kit - 30,000 lbs item # BWGNRK1020. The turnoverball system is B&W's underbed platform that allows you to tow a gooseneck trailer and is an anchor point for their 5th wheel hitches. The removeable ball can be flipped upside down and stored inside the hitch. This allows complete access to your truck bed when not in use. I have attached an installation video.

For your 5th wheel hitch you will want the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch item # BWRVK3500-5W. The Companion has 1" Thick dual jaws that provide 360-degree jaw-to-king-pin contact. This provides less rattle and more security than slide-bar jaws. This hitch has a towing capacity of 20,000 lbs.

The B&W Companion weighs over 200 lbs. If that's not something you're interested in moving by yourself and don't want to have to rely on someone to help you then I recommend purchasing the B&W 5th Wheel Lifting Device for Companion and Patriot Hitches item # BWRVXA3130. This heavy duty steel tool lets you lift your B&W 5th-wheel hitch from your truck bed with a hoist. The 5th-Wheel jaws clamp around the device for a secure grip. I have attached a couple of pictures of this part in action.

Don't forget your lube plate. The Lube Plate for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10" Diameter item # RP83002 will prevent scratches on your fifth-wheel's skid plate and ease trailer hookup.

To make towing with a 5th wheel easier I recommend adding the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 10' Long item # C56070 to your 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 long bed. This harness puts a 7-way connector in the bed of your truck and allows you to keep the one on your bumper. This makes hooking up to your 5th wheel trailer easier and more convenient.