Adapter to Allow B and W Patriot Slider Hitch to Install in 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 OEM Pucks

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Hello , I have a 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 Denali with the puck system in the bed , I have the 18k patriot slider that previously mounted to bed rails in a 2018 ram 2500 Laramie, I want to use the patriot slider in my gmc it is a short box cc srw… is there an adapter that will allow me to go from the rail system to the puck system I currently have to use the patriot slider with my gmc ? Thanks in advance

asked by: Joe

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Expert Reply:

The Curt fifth wheel rail adapter part # C88KR fits the pucks of your 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 and provides the rails that your Patriot Slider part # BWRVK3270 is designed to fit so this would be the best way to allow to use your current hitch.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

Yes, you do need a slider, for turning clearance, to haul a 5th wheel trailer with your 2023 Chevy Silverado 3500. Since your truck has the GM factory puck system, I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider item #BWRVK3775. The…

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Answer 2

The B&W Patriot Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch, part #BWRVK3270 is NOT compatible with the Reese #RP30156 puck adapter, you'll want to use the Demco #DM6175, which is compatible. If you don't have a 7-way in your truck bed, you can install one…

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Answer 3

Having the puck system is a great feature. If you ever plan on loading the bed with mulch, sand or rock you'll quickly find that having rails permanently bolted to the bed floor is a real pain. Not only that, but the pucks look a lot better.…

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Answer 4

In 2020 GM changed their trucks by adding 6 inches in length to the cab and 6 inches in height. This pushed everything back on the frame so the puck system for your 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD is going to be different than the 2022 GMC Sierra…

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Answer 5

The Curt 16027 which we offer as part #C88KR adapter provides industry standard bed rails that are compatible with Reese, Curt, Demco, B&W, Valley and Husky 5th wheel hitches, among others.

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Answer 6

To attach your Curt Q20 slider item #C16536 to your Ford's factory puck system you will want the Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch item #C88KR. This adapter will drop right into the pucks and provide you with a base to attach your hitch. I…

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Answer 7

Unless GM changes the pattern of the puck system, the Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch item #C88KR will still fit the 2024 GM trucks with the OEM puck system. I have no way of knowing if the puck system is changing next year.

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Answer 8

The Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch #C88KR are a confirmed fit for the puck system in your 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500 and will offer a compatible mounting point for your B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider #BWRVK3270. The adapter…

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Answer 9

We do carry replacements for the Carefree brand. From what I have found, yours has 67" long arms on your 2017 Coleman 3015bh. The ones we offer are designed by Solera and are universal. They match the design of your current arms however; are…

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Answer 10

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 11

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 12

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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