Can B and W Patriot Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch be Adapted to Fit 2023 Ford F-250 Prep Package

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Hi, my name is Mike. I currently own a f150 with a rail mounted 18k patriot slider 5th wheel hitch. I’m buying a 2023 f250 with the puck system installed at the factory. Is there any way to mount my current hitch to the puck system? Thanks

asked by: Mike S

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The Patriot slider can be adapted to fit the Ford OEM rail kit of your 2023 Ford F-250 with the part # DM6175. This is the only adapter that works with your hitch as all other options are not compatible.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Yes, the RVK2406 is exactly the same as the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches #BWRVK2402. We left the part number the same on our site for continuity and the #BWRVK2402 will 100 percent fit your 2023…

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Answer 2

Congrats on the new truck purchase! I'd be more than happy to help you navigate through which fifth wheel hitch would be best for towing with your 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty with the factory rail kit. I actually have 2 different recommendations…

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Answer 3

Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch System with Adapter part #AM3200 that we carry fits industry standard fifth wheel rails in the cab of the truck. We currently do not carry the Andersen Gooseneck Version of the Andersen Ultimate…

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Answer 4

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 5

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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Answer 6

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 7

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 8

Great question, Jeff! When the Rota-Flex first came out it renovated what a pin box could do and be, but at this point in time that technology is a little more dated and the Gen-Y Hitch Shock Absorbing 5th Wheel Pin Box #325-GH-8040 is the "new…

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Answer 9

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 10

Beds shorter than 8 foot do commonly need a slider hitch David, but a lot of modern fifth wheel trailers are now made with tapered noses to help and in a lot of cases a slider isn't required. So if the trailer you plan to tow has a tapered nose…

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Answer 11

You do not have to use a sliding 5th wheel hitch in a short bed truck. In many cases, truck beds shorter than 8 ft do not have enough clearance between the trailer and truck to execute sharp turns. This is why sliding hitches were invented. Due to…

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Answer 12

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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