Is Sliding Version of B&W Companion Absolutely Necessary for Short Bed 2022 GMC Sierra 2500
Question:
I'm interested in the B&W Companion 5th wheel hitch for the factory pucks in the bed of my 2022 GMC Sierra 2500. I have a short bed truck, is it absolutely necessary to get the sliding hitch? Can I use the non-sliding version instead?
asked by: Sara
Expert Reply:
In most instances, a sliding hitch like the B&W # BWRVK3775 Companion will be needed to provide the proper clearance between the cab and 5th wheel so the 5th wheel doesn't strike the rear of the cab during sharp turns.
If your 5th wheel hitch has the dished in or concave front corners, and the 5th wheel manufacturer has specifically stated that a sliding hitch isn't necessary, or if you use a rotating pin box such as the Reese Sidewinder along with the # SWW-06 wedge, the stationary model Companion, part # BWRVK3710 would work great for you.
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20K
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- OEM - GM
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
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5th Airborne Custom Wedge for B&W Fifth Wheels
- Accessories and Parts
- Fifth Wheel King Pin
- Wedges
- B and W 5th Wheel
- Reese
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B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- OEM - GM
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-3/4 - 18-3/4 Inch Tall
- B and W
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