How to Tell if 2017 Chevy Silverado 3500 Has OEM Puck Package for B&W Turnoverball Installation

Question:

When selecting turnover ball hitch for my 2017 silverado 3500 it is asking if vehicle is OEM prepped. What does that mean?

asked by: Lawrence P

Expert Reply:

The OEM prep package for your 2017 Chevy Silverado 3500 will have 5 holes (4 in a rectangular pattern with 1 in the middle) that you would secure a gooseneck hitch ball like the B&W Kit # BWGNXA2061 to (see attached example).

Since you're looking at the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer # BWGNRK1016 it doesn't sound like you have the prep package.

If you're looking to do some 5th wheel towing with the B&W gooseneck kit then I recommend picking up the B&W Companion # BWRVK3500 as well since it's a 5th wheel hitch designed to anchor with the gooseneck receiver. This will actually work whether you have a long bed or a short bed. Normally we recommend using a sliding hitch for a short bed, but we've found that as long as your 5th wheel has a tapered nose you can use a stationary hitch with the Chevy trucks and still avoid hitting your truck cab while turning.

expert reply by: Jon G