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| GTW | 20,000 lbs |
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| VTW | 5,000 lbs |
B&W Trailer Hitches is an American manufacturer known for durable, innovative towing products, including gooseneck hitches, fifth-wheel hitches, receiver hitches, and ball mounts. Built in Kansas by employee-owners, B&W products are engineered for dependable performance, easy installation, and long-lasting quality.
B&W Trailer Hitches is an American manufacturer known for building innovative, dependable towing products designed to make hitching easier and towing more comfortable. The company began in 1987 in Humboldt, Kansas, when founders Roger Baker and Joe Works combined their fabrication experience to build custom truck beds and solve common problems faced by truck owners.
B&W changed the gooseneck hitch industry with the introduction of the Turnoverball Gooseneck Hitch. Its under-bed mounting system and reversible hitch ball allowed truck owners to quickly store the ball beneath the bed, leaving a clean and unobstructed surface when the hitch was not in use. B&W later applied the same practical approach to the Companion Fifth Wheel Hitch, creating a removable fifth-wheel hitch engineered for a quiet, smooth, and secure towing experience.
Today, B&W manufactures gooseneck hitches, fifth-wheel hitches, receiver hitches, ball mounts, and towing accessories at its nearly 600,000-square-foot facility. The company is owned by approximately 500 employee-owners who remain committed to American manufacturing, trusted materials, skilled craftsmanship, and long-lasting product quality.
Whether you are towing a work trailer, livestock trailer, camper, or fifth wheel, B&W Trailer Hitches offers thoughtfully engineered towing equipment built to perform mile after mile.
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Call 888-634-9494The Companion 20K Hitch (Model 3300) is a gooseneck-style fifth-wheel hitch manufactured by B&W Trailer Hitches. It is rated for a maximum trailer weight of 20,000 lbs and a maximum trailer tongue weight of 5,000 lbs. The hitch is designed to fit Ford OEM Puck System attachment points in truck beds.
The Companion 20K Hitch (Model 3300) is designed to fit Ford OEM Puck System attachment points. If your truck has Ford OEM Puck System attachment points in the bed, the hitch is compatible. The manual does not specify which Ford models or years are compatible, so contact B&W Trailer Hitches at 800.248.6564 or hitches@turnoverball.com to confirm fitment for your specific vehicle.
No. The manual explicitly states that some pin boxes such as a PullRite SuperGlide capture plate remove the pivot point between a trailer and coupler and should not be used. Towing a trailer without a functioning pivot point between the hitch and trailer will cause significant damage to the hitch, which may lead to serious injury or death. Pin boxes with a wedge that relocates the pivot point, such as a Reese Sidewinder or Reese Revolution, may be used.
Installation requires: a large torque wrench capable of measuring 110 ft-lbs, a 3/4" socket, a 7/16" socket, a 9/16" socket or wrench, a 7/32" Allen wrench, a hammer, and a pair of needle-nose pliers.
The hitch includes two bolt bags: the Base Bolt Bag (RVB3300) containing two pivot arms, eight 1/2" x 2" hex cap screws, eight 1/2" lock washers, four threaded blocks, one wire torsion spring, one mounting clip, one 1/4" x 1/2" cap screw, and one 1/4" lock nut; and the Coupler Bolt Bag (RVC3006) containing two 3/8" button head cap screws and two 3/8" flanged lock nuts. The hitch also includes a coupler with jaws, coupler handle, safety pin, saddle with handles, locking pins, and latch pin.
Remove any debris and obstructions from the truck bed, including any plastic caps that may be over the attachment points. It may also be necessary to remove plastic grommets from around the mounting points to fully seat the base down to the truck. Familiarize yourself with all parts and tools required, and verify that all parts and hardware are present using the parts list.
Six different mounting locations are available for the pivot arms, as illustrated in Table A1. These six locations allow flexibility in coupler height (vertical adjustment) and distance from the cab (horizontal adjustment). Choose a location so that your trailer will be as level as possible and have adequate turning clearance while towing. The positions range from 16-3/4" (lowest) to 18-3/4" (highest) vertically, and from 1" to 3" in front of the axle horizontally.
The threaded blocks have threaded holes on one side and smooth bored holes on the other side. When installing the threaded blocks, it is critical that the side with the smooth holes is flat against the bolt plate. It is also critical that each of the five holes in the threaded block match up with the five vertical holes in the bolt plate. Installing the threaded blocks backward will not allow the pivot arms to be fully tightened in the base and could lead to hitch failure.
After all the 1/2" x 2" cap screws are started through the pivot arms and threaded blocks, torque each bolt to 110 ft-lbs.
With the handles in the latched position, tighten the castle nut until snug to increase the tension on the latch. Rotate the latch handle open and closed. Tighten the castle nut slightly and rotate the handle open and closed again. Repeat this process until you feel the cam engage the attachment point while closing the handle. The handle is set at the proper tension when there is friction between the cam and attachment point but the handle can still be closed by hand without bumping, tapping, or otherwise forcing the handle closed. Do not set tension so that excessive force is required to close the latch handles, as this may result in property damage or personal injury.
1. Pass the 1/4" cap screw through the mounting clip and the wire spring. Thread the 1/4" lock nut onto the 1/4" cap screw and tighten it just enough that the spring will stay in place but will still be able to rotate around the bolt if needed. 2. Locate the flange on the driver side pivot arm closest to the truck cab. Place the clip so that when the spring's coil is in line with the edge of the arm there will be 1/2" of clearance between the bottom of the polyurethane bushing and the top of the spring. Drive the clip securely onto the flange with a hammer.
Adjust the resting angle of your coupler plate by rotating the spring on the driver side pivot arm. Pulling the top of the spring away from the cab will increase the angle of the coupler plate. Set the angle of the coupler so that it will tilt away from the cab when coupling. Tighten the 1/4" nut once the spring's orientation is set.
1. Pull out the coupler arm and pin it with the safety locking pin near the base of the arm. 2. Using the two 3/8" x 1-1/4" button head cap screws and the two 3/8" flanged lock nuts provided in the bolt bag, attach the coupler handle to the arm and tighten. 3. Pull out the coupler handle safety pin. Use caution when installing the handle to avoid injury from the pinch point created when pulling the arm out.
1. Lubricate the polyurethane bushings on top of the pivot arms with high grade lithium grease. 2. Place the coupler over the pivot arms (saddle handles should be parallel with the base in the latched position). 3. Place the saddle lock pins through the saddle, then insert the hairpins through the holes in the end of the saddle lock pins to secure the coupler to the pivot arms. 4. Remove the safety pin from the coupler handle and open it. 5. Adjust the height of the 5th wheel trailer so that the king pin plate is slightly lower than the top of the coupler. 6. Back the truck toward the trailer, centering the trailer's king pin in the coupler, until the king pin engages the jaws. 7. Close the coupler handle and insert the safety pin through the handle and the coupler. 8. Connect the brake and lighting systems before towing.
The pull test verifies that the trailer is correctly attached to the hitch. Ensure the truck is stationary with the emergency brake engaged and the tailgate down, trailer wheels chocked, and landing gear down supporting the trailer's weight. Confirm no one is between the truck and trailer. Release the emergency brake and engage the trailer brakes. Gently attempt to pull the trailer forward with the truck. When properly connected, the trailer will prevent the truck from moving. If the truck and trailer are not correctly attached, the trailer will separate from the truck.
Determine if there is clearance between each truck and trailer combination before towing. Measure from the center of the coupler to the cab of the truck and from the king pin or pivot point of the trailer to the furthest forward corner of the trailer. Compare these measurements to ensure proper clearance when towing. Also, inspect the clearance between the bed sides and the underside of the front of the trailer to ensure there is room for the pitch and roll of the trailer while towing. Towing without adequate clearance between the trailer and the tow vehicle may lead to property damage or serious injury.
When towing a wedge car trailer, towing stability greatly depends on keeping the center of gravity as low as possible. Load heavy cars over the axles. Never tow with a single car on the front of the trailer. Never exceed speeds that are reasonable for the roadway conditions (e.g. turns, going around a curve, etc.). Failure to account for proper trailer center of gravity and speeds that are reasonable for the roadway conditions may cause damage to the truck, trailer, towing components, and loss of attachment between the truck and trailer.
Approximately 15%-25% of the trailer weight should be on the hitch.
Grease the saddle through the grease zerk approximately every six months with multi-purpose grease. This allows the coupler to pivot freely. Also grease the jaws with multi-purpose automotive type chassis grease.
A visual inspection of the hitch should be performed before each time you tow. Regularly check that all pinned connections are secure, and that all bolted connections are at the correct torque specification. Check for cracks or damage to the hitch. Do not tow with the hitch if cracks or damage outside of normal wear is found. Base latch handle tension and all bolted connections should be checked regularly. The latches must have the proper resistance when rotating, and bolts must have proper torque. Verify latch tension each time the Companion base is placed in a truck, and periodically before towing.
Lower landing gear and chock the trailer wheels. Raise the trailer until the tongue weight is removed from the truck. Then, unpin the coupler handle and rotate to the open position to unlatch the jaws. If the jaws do not open, readjusting the landing gear may relieve pressure and allow them to open. Use the safety pin to lock the handle in the open position and when you are sure that the landing gear will support the trailer, move the truck forward to release the jaws from the king pin. The jaws will always open when the pressure of the trailer is taken off the coupler as the truck pulls away.
To uninstall the hitch, remove the saddle lock pins, grab the saddle handles, and lift to remove the coupler from the pivot arms. To remove the Companion base, remove the latch pins from each side of the base and turn the handles. Carefully lift and position the base out of the attachment points.
If the jaws do not open when you rotate the coupler handle to the open position, readjusting the landing gear may relieve pressure and allow them to open. The jaws will always open when the pressure of the trailer is taken off the coupler as the truck pulls away.
No. Do not modify this product in any manner. Doing so could alter its integrity and lead to a loss of attachment between the trailer and the tow vehicle.
The Companion 20K Hitch comes with a Limited Lifetime Warranty. See bwtrailerhitches.com/warranty for details.
Contact B&W Trailer Hitches for installation support at: Phone: 800.248.6564, Email: hitches@turnoverball.com, Website: www.bwtrailerhitches.com. The company is located at 1216 Hawaii Road, PO Box 186, Humboldt, KS 66748.
The Companion 20K Hitch fits Ford OEM Puck System attachment points. Contact B&W Trailer Hitches at 800.248.6564 or hitches@turnoverball.com to confirm fitment for your specific vehicle.
Yes. Remove any plastic caps over the attachment points and plastic grommets from around the mounting points to fully seat the base down to the truck.
Torque each 1/2" x 2" cap screw to 110 ft-lbs after all screws are started through the pivot arms and threaded blocks.
Maximum trailer weight is 20,000 lbs and maximum trailer tongue weight is 5,000 lbs. Do not exceed these ratings or the tow or tongue rating of your truck or trailer.
Perform a visual inspection before each towing trip. Check that all pinned and bolted connections are secure and at correct torque. Grease the saddle every six months. Verify latch tension each time the base is placed in a truck.
Verify clearance between the coupler and truck cab, and between the trailer and truck bed. Perform the pull test to confirm proper attachment. Check that the coupler handle is closed and the safety pin is inserted. Verify all bolted connections are at correct torque and all pinned connections are secure.
The latch handle tension may be set too tight. Loosen the castle nut until the cam will freely turn and engage the attachment point. The handle is set at the proper tension when there is friction between the cam and attachment point but the handle can still be closed by hand without bumping, tapping, or otherwise forcing the handle closed.
Readjust the landing gear to relieve pressure on the coupler. This may allow the jaws to open. The jaws will always open when the pressure of the trailer is taken off the coupler as the truck pulls away.
The truck and trailer are not correctly attached. Stop immediately and do not tow. Verify that the coupler handle is fully closed and the safety pin is properly inserted through the handle and coupler. Check that the king pin is properly engaged in the coupler jaws. Repeat the pull test after confirming proper attachment.
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