{"product_id":"25k-gm-oem-rv-base-rvb3705-rvb3705","title":"25K GM OEM RV Base – RVB3705 (RVB3705)","description":"\n\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:860px;margin:0 auto;background:#fff;font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;color:#333;line-height:1.65;border:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#FCFAEB;border-top:6px solid #C20507;border-bottom:2px solid #2B2B2B;padding:18px;text-align:center\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2659\/6148\/files\/LOGO-FINALx200.png?v=1763669885\" alt=\"R\u0026amp;P Carriages - Need A Trailer Part\" style=\"width:220px;max-width:80%;height:auto\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding:22px\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:12px;font-weight:bold;letter-spacing:1.1px;text-transform:uppercase;color:#C20507;margin-bottom:7px\"\u003e\nB\u0026amp;W Trailer Hitches | Companion OEM Series\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"margin:0 0 8px;color:#2B2B2B;font-size:23px;line-height:1.3\"\u003e\nB\u0026amp;W Companion OEM 25K Fifth Wheel Hitch Replacement Base – GM RVB3705\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:13px;color:#666;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;padding-bottom:14px;margin-bottom:18px\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer Part #:\u003c\/strong\u003e RVB3705\n | \n\u003cstrong\u003eHitch Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25,000 lbs\n | \n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2016–2019 GM OEM Puck System\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eB\u0026amp;W Companion OEM RVB3705\u003c\/strong\u003e is a replacement fifth-wheel hitch base engineered for compatible Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra HD pickups equipped with the factory-installed four-puck towing preparation system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis base is the lower mounting assembly used with the B\u0026amp;W Companion 25,000-lb fifth-wheel hitch, RVK3705. It secures directly into the factory underbed puck receivers and accepts a compatible Companion hitch head assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#FCFAEB;border-left:4px solid #C20507;padding:13px 15px;margin:18px 0;font-size:14px\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBASE ONLY:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is for the B\u0026amp;W Companion replacement base. The fifth-wheel hitch head and coupler assembly are not included. This is not a complete fifth-wheel hitch.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;color:#2B2B2B;border-bottom:2px solid #C20507;padding-bottom:7px;margin:24px 0 12px\"\u003e\nKey Features\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;width:35%;font-weight:bold\"\u003eOEM Puck Mounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eConnects to the four factory-installed fifth-wheel receiver pucks in compatible GM truck beds.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eAdjustable Pivot Arms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eThree height settings and two fore\/aft positions allow hitch-head positioning for the application.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eRemovable Design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eCam-actuated mounting feet and locking handles allow installation and removal from the factory puck system.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eSteel Construction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:11px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eGray powder-coated steel frame with polyurethane pivot-arm bushings.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;color:#2B2B2B;border-bottom:2px solid #C20507;padding-bottom:7px;margin:24px 0 12px\"\u003e\nTechnical Specifications\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;width:43%;font-weight:bold\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eB\u0026amp;W Trailer Hitches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eManufacturer Part Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eRVB3705\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eRetailer Reference Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eBWRVB3705\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eReplacement fifth-wheel hitch base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eSeries\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eCompanion OEM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eGross Trailer Weight Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e25,000 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eVertical Load Rating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e6,250 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eHitch Height Adjustments\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e16-3\/4\", 17-3\/4\", 18-3\/4\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eFore\/Aft Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e2\" between pivot-arm mounting positions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eMounting System\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eGM factory OEM four-puck system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003ePowder-coated steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eGray powder coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eCompatible Complete Hitch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eB\u0026amp;W RVK3705\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eCompanion Coupler \/ Head\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eRVC3006 – sold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eUSA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;font-weight:bold\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:9px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eManufacturer limited lifetime warranty; terms apply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;color:#2B2B2B;border-bottom:2px solid #C20507;padding-bottom:7px;margin:24px 0 12px\"\u003e\nVehicle Fitment\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for the following trucks equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003efactory-installed GM fifth-wheel towing preparation package\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#2B2B2B;color:#fff\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:left\"\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:left\"\u003eModel Years\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eChevrolet Silverado 2500HD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e2016–2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eChevrolet Silverado 3500HD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e2016–2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eGMC Sierra 2500HD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e2016–2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eGMC Sierra 3500HD\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003e2016–2019\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px;margin-top:12px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment distinction:\u003c\/strong\u003e The RVB3705 is designed for the earlier GM factory puck pattern. It is not the correct base for the redesigned 2020-and-newer GM puck system. Verify the installed towing preparation package rather than relying on vehicle model year alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort-bed applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a stationary base, not a sliding hitch. Short-bed trucks may require additional turning clearance or a suitable slider hitch. Verify cab-to-trailer clearance, pin-box compatibility, and the truck manufacturer's towing requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;color:#2B2B2B;border-bottom:2px solid #C20507;padding-bottom:7px;margin:24px 0 12px\"\u003e\nIncluded Components\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable cellpadding=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-size:14px\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#2B2B2B;color:#fff\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:left\"\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px;text-align:center;width:85px\"\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background:#FCFAEB\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd\"\u003eB\u0026amp;W Companion OEM replacement base assembly, RVB3705\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px;border-bottom:1px solid #ddd;text-align:center\"\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:13px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fifth-wheel hitch head \/ coupler (RVC3006), complete hitch assembly, and truck-side OEM towing preparation hardware. Verify supplied base mounting components and hardware against the manufacturer's package contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;color:#2B2B2B;border-bottom:2px solid #C20507;padding-bottom:7px;margin:24px 0 12px\"\u003e\nKnowledge Hub | Base Compatibility and Installation\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFactory puck mounting:\u003c\/strong\u003e The base connects directly to the four receiver points in the GM factory-installed underbed fifth-wheel mounting system. Locking handles secure the base to the vehicle's puck receivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHitch head positioning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable pivot arms provide three vertical mounting positions and two fore\/aft configurations. Proper positioning helps achieve suitable trailer clearance and towing geometry when used with the compatible hitch head.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement versus conversion:\u003c\/strong\u003e RVB3705 can replace a damaged or incompatible Companion base while retaining a compatible existing Companion coupler\/head assembly. Confirm the head assembly part number and B\u0026amp;W compatibility requirements before attempting a conversion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRating limitations:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 25,000-lb gross trailer weight and 6,250-lb vertical load figures are hitch ratings, not an increase to the truck's towing or payload capacities. The permissible combination is limited by the lowest-rated applicable component and the vehicle manufacturer's ratings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#FCFAEB;border-left:4px solid #C20507;padding:14px;margin:18px 0;font-size:13px\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eR\u0026amp;P Service Insight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBefore replacing a Companion base, identify the existing hitch head and confirm the truck's actual puck arrangement. GM changed its factory mounting pattern for the 2020 model year. A base intended for the earlier puck system should not be ordered solely because the truck has a factory fifth-wheel preparation package.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:16px;color:#2B2B2B;border-bottom:2px solid #C20507;padding-bottom:7px;margin:24px 0 12px\"\u003e\nInstallation and Safety\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInstall and adjust this base according to the current B\u0026amp;W instructions for RVB3705. Check the seating of all four mounting feet, secure the locking mechanisms, and verify proper hitch head attachment before towing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm bed-rail clearance, cab clearance, trailer attitude, loaded pin weight, and the combined ratings of the tow vehicle, fifth-wheel hitch, and trailer. Do not exceed any applicable manufacturer rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:20px;padding:16px;background:#C20507;color:#fff;text-align:center\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNeed Help Confirming Fitment?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCall R\u0026amp;P Carriages at\n\u003ca href=\"tel:+18153573292\" style=\"color:#fff;font-weight:bold;text-decoration:underline\"\u003e815-357-3292\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:13px\"\u003eHave your truck year, model, OEM puck configuration, and existing Companion hitch part number available.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#2B2B2B;color:#eee;text-align:center;font-size:12px;padding:13px\"\u003e\nThank You For Choosing R\u0026amp;P Carriages As Your Online Shopping Source!\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Dexter (order supplier)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60328682062110,"sku":"RVB3705","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2659\/6148\/files\/BWRVB3705-6.png?v=1792598092","url":"https:\/\/needatrailerpart.com\/products\/25k-gm-oem-rv-base-rvb3705-rvb3705","provider":"Need a Trailer Part","version":"1.0","type":"link"}