Locks Needed For Securing A B&W Companion Hitch Head To The Base

Question:

Does anyone make a locking mechanism to lock the BandW fifth wheel hitch head unit to the base? instead of using the 2 provided pins and keepers. Thanks

asked by: Daniel S

Expert Reply:

Hi Daniel,

There unfortunately haven't been any locking pins designed for the B&W Companion # BWRVK3600 yet so you'll have to remove one (or both) of the pins and use a padlock that has at least a 3-1/2" to 4" useable span that has a 7/16" diameter or less pin. They say the pins in place are 1/2" but they are really 7/16" and with the thick powder coating on the hitch head you won't be able to stick a 1/2" diameter pin through the slot. When towing you can not use the locks and must replace them with the standard pins as the locks will not be rated for towing.

expert reply by: Kevin C