Curt fifth Wheel Hitches

Cummins12V98 wrote:
"Reese make a 25k hitch to drop into the Ford fifth wheel prep kit.... Not sure why B&W won't rate their hitch accordingly"

Because B&W rates their hitches conservatively. Just look at the ridiculous 24K rating of the Andersen and then compare it to s B&W Companion that is rated at 20K.

Bottom line if you are in the market for a non air ride hitch there in none better than the B&W hitches. Just compare the simple solid design to any other hitch out there before buying.

If it matters a lot of REESE hitches are made in Mexico if not all and ALL of CURT 5th wheel hitches are now made in CHINA. PullRite as far as I know are made in USA as is the full line of B&W products.

Hitch in pic B&W RVK3600 25K towing and 6,250# pin.

Not disputing that at all..but the Reese 25k has the same rating and is a significant hitch as well... No reports of failures or major issues with the Reese 25k elite.

I share your sentiment about the Andersen....there is at least one report on an Amazon review where the Anndersen socket cracked. Now it's an Amazon review so TIFWIW....but the kingpin socket is where I would expect the failures to be with the Andersen...not so much the hitch itself but the kingpin adaptor.

Thanks!

Jeremiah

I went from a Husky Slider to a Curt Q5 20k. The Husky didn't care how you hit the pin it worked. The Curt is a little more picky until you figure it out. It doesn't like the "ride it up the ramp" or being much off level side to side. Once you figure that out it's a much quieter and smoother riding hitch than the Husky. I changed because I never used the slider and I put the TV on a diet.

"Reese make a 25k hitch to drop into the Ford fifth wheel prep kit.... Not sure why B&W won't rate their hitch accordingly"

Because B&W rates their hitches conservatively. Just look at the ridiculous 24K rating of the Andersen and then compare it to s B&W Companion that is rated at 20K.

Bottom line if you are in the market for a non air ride hitch there in none better than the B&W hitches. Just compare the simple solid design to any other hitch out there before buying.

If it matters a lot of REESE hitches are made in Mexico if not all and ALL of CURT 5th wheel hitches are now made in CHINA. PullRite as far as I know are made in USA as is the full line of B&W products.

Hitch in pic B&W RVK3600 25K towing and 6,250# pin.

I can say from experience, stay away from the Curt Q16...too many issues.

I have had a curt Q20 since 2011 I have used it on 2 trucks and towed in excess of 25,000 miles and like it very much.....

blofgren wrote:
I have the Ram 20k slider hitch which is made by Curt. I like the hitch, it is easy to use and works very well. It is also easy to slide back if necessary.

The downside to it is it is heavy as he!! and it is quite difficult to remove from the truck. I have to take it out in 3 pieces (head, slider rails, and picture frame adapter) because it is too heavy to remove as one. I actually leave it in the truck now because it is too much of a hassle to remove.

Overall it is pretty good but the only reason I have it is because I had it thrown in on the deal on my truck. If I was purchasing a hitch I would likely go with the B&W 3600.

I have the "Ram" Curt as well and love it. But I use a winch to get it in and out! I really need to be a little further back in the bed though so I'll sell mine in the spring. I'll either try an Anderson or the Curt slider.

laknox wrote:

azjeffh wrote:
I am looking for a new hitch as well. I'm currently considering the Curt Q24 and the Reese Elite.

I have read posts on this forum that some of the Curt hitches can be a bit finicky to connect and disconnect, but once used to the process it's not an issue. Suggest you do a search to gain more info.

Just wait a bit and I'm sure you'll be hearing from the B&W crowd, which from what I have seen is an excellent choice. If they only made a 25K to drop in a Ford with 5th wheel prep :(

Blame Ford for the stupid puck design, which is about 12" less fore/aft than the Ram and GM designs.

Lyle

Reese make a 25k hitch to drop into the Ford fifth wheel prep kit.... Not sure why B&W won't rate their hitch accordingly. Seems to be a build/design issue with B&W and not with the fifth wheel prep package.

Anyway, not sure it really matters, that 25k hitch from Reese is a great product. I love the single hook jaw design... And it is a BEEFY hitch.

As to the puck layout itself... The Ford/Reese system is a proven design so it really seems to be moot. I haven't read of any failures or other problems with the Elite system. Other than its pretty pricey...lol. Which may or may not be a problem. Lol

Thanks!

Jeremiah

I have the Ram 20k slider hitch which is made by Curt. I like the hitch, it is easy to use and works very well. It is also easy to slide back if necessary.

The downside to it is it is heavy as he!! and it is quite difficult to remove from the truck. I have to take it out in 3 pieces (head, slider rails, and picture frame adapter) because it is too heavy to remove as one. I actually leave it in the truck now because it is too much of a hassle to remove.

Overall it is pretty good but the only reason I have it is because I had it thrown in on the deal on my truck. If I was purchasing a hitch I would likely go with the B&W 3600.

azjeffh wrote:
I am looking for a new hitch as well. I'm currently considering the Curt Q24 and the Reese Elite.

I have read posts on this forum that some of the Curt hitches can be a bit finicky to connect and disconnect, but once used to the process it's not an issue. Suggest you do a search to gain more info.

Just wait a bit and I'm sure you'll be hearing from the B&W crowd, which from what I have seen is an excellent choice. If they only made a 25K to drop in a Ford with 5th wheel prep :(

Blame Ford for the stupid puck design, which is about 12" less fore/aft than the Ram and GM designs.

Lyle

azjeffh wrote:
I am looking for a new hitch as well. I'm currently considering the Curt Q24 and the Reese Elite.

I have read posts on this forum that some of the Curt hitches can be a bit finicky to connect and disconnect, but once used to the process it's not an issue. Suggest you do a search to gain more info.

Just wait a bit and I'm sure you'll be hearing from the B&W crowd, which from what I have seen is an excellent choice. If they only made a 25K to drop in a Ford with 5th wheel prep :(

Well Ford for 2017 should spread out the pucks in the bed a bit, so you wish should be for a new truck first. Hopefully they will take note of RAM's great puck setup!

On edit: The video of the new 2017 Ford still shows the puck in the bed much closer front to back vs the RAM pucks.

Chris