Valley 16K Double Pivot Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch

Valley Fifth Wheel - V70540

Valley 16K 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch

Features:

• 1-Piece jaw not only makes hooking up easy, but securely captures the king pin eliminating rattle
• Pop-out indicator visually confirms the trailer is properly hooked up
• 4-Way pivot - pivots front to back and side to side
  • Makes hooking up on uneven ground easier
  • High-impact rubber bumpers cushion the pivot movement
  • 4 Degree angular pivot provides tighter control of tilt to help prevent truck bed damage
• Hitch handle has a positive latching system with dual safety locking devices
• Textured, powder coated paint offers superior rust protection

Specs:

• Adjustable height: 14-1/2" to 18-1/16"
  • Moves up and down in 1-3/16" increments
• Fifth wheel rails and install kit are sold separately
• Fifth wheel hitch will also sit in Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch and Reese rails

Replacement parts available for this product

Ask the Experts about this Valley Fifth Wheel

• Valley 16K Double Pivot Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Replacement Upright Assembly
  
• Yes, We have the Replacement leg, 2687-01, for the 15k and 16k fifth wheel hitch from valley. The item is available now but only lists the 15k but the same part number is for both the 15k and 16k hitch. You will need to order 2, 2687-01 legs to replace your slider assembly.
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• Will the Valley Fifth Wheel and Installation Kit Work in a 1984 Chevrolet Pickup with 8 Foot Bed
  
• You can use the Valley 16K Double Pivot Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch, item # V70540, in your 1984 Chevy pickup. This is a good choice for a hitch that will only be used occasionally. Both the Draw-Tite Universal Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Kit with Rails, item # RP30035, and the Valley Fifth Wheel Hitch Rail and Install Kit, item # V70550, can be used with this hitch, and the Reese 16K Fifth Wheel Hitch, item # RP30047.
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• Is Hitch Slider Available For Valley 16K Hitch On Ford F250 With A 6-1/2 Foot Bed
  
• You would have both brands of hitch. Valley used to build hitches for Husky. So your hitch was made by Valley. Yes, for your Ford F250 you can buy the Valley Glider Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Slider, 15K-16K, # V70460, for your Valley 16K Hitch. Only the Valley hitch sliders will work with a Valley hitch. This hitch will give you an additional 9 inches of travel, which is needed on trucks with the 6-1/2 foot bed. As long as the dealer used the correct installation kit for your vehicle, then
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• 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Kit Recommendation for a 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 Mega Cab
  
• Ideally, you would not want to mix parts by using different rails and brackets from one manufacturer and a hitch from another. However, the 5th wheel installation kits we carry are compatible with Husky 5th wheel trailer hitches so you will be able to use them. Currently, the available 5th wheel installation kit for a 2011 Dodge Ram 2500 Mega Cab is the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit, # C16420-104. This kit does include rails. I recommend using the Curt rails since they are designe
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• Installing Reese Base Rails and Installation Kit # RP30095 on a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado Short Bed
  
• To install the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit, part # RP30095, on your 2010 Chevrolet Silverado with the 5 foot 8 inch bed, the measurement from the rear edge of the truck bed to the edge of the rear rail is 23-1/2 inches. I am including a link to the installation instructions on the Reese # RP30095 kit. We do not sell the PullRite fifth wheel hitches so I can not tell you if you will have any issues using that brand hitch on a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado with the 5 foot 8 inch
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• Are valley 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # V70540 and 5th Airborne King # RP61422 Compatible
  
• The Valley 16K Double Pivot Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch, # V70540, and the 5th Airborne Premium 5th Wheel Air Ride King Pin w/ Sidewinder and Turret, # RP61422, are compatible with each other. I have included a link to the installation details for the hitch, and for the custom installation kit, # V55340R, for you to view. For the 5th Airborne, you will need to make sure that it is compatible with the pin box on the trailer. This 5th Airborne is made to fit the following pin boxes: Fabex 663
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• Can I Install Valley 16K 5th Wheel Hitch # V70540 In 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 Short Bed Truck
  
• The Valley 16K 5th Wheel Hitch will install into your 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 short bed, with the proper installation and rail kit, Valley Custom Installation Kit, part # V55340R. However, since you have a short bed truck, you would also need to use a Sidewinder king pin to provide enough clearance from the cab of the truck to the trailer when making turns. A Sidewinder will replace your existing pin box and move the pivot point of the trailer back 22 inches (see FAQ). There is another option tho
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• Will a Valley 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Fit a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 Short Bed
  
• On a short bed truck, you will want to use a slider hitch to allow for enough clearance to safely make 90 degree turns. The Valley installation kit for your 2003 Dodge 2500 short bed is # V55340R. For a slider hitch, use # V70480. I have included links to the installation details for the installation kit and the hitch for you. I have also incldued a link to all of the 5th wheel options for your truck.
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• Comparing Valley, Reese, Pro Series, and CURT 16K Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitches
  
• We can look at four 5th wheel hitches to compare. The Valley Hitch, # V70540, is the highest priced of the 4 fixed 16K 5th wheel trailer hitches. Valley is a well-known company and they do make a quality product. This hitch has the widest range of adjustment from 14-1/2 inches tall to 18-1/16 inches tall. Out of the different jaw types, the Valley hitch offers a premium single hook locking jaw which is considered very secure, safe, and limits king pin movement. The head, like all of the other
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• Can I Install My Valley 5th Wheel Hitch on my 2002 Chevy 2500 HD Short Bed With an Install Kit
  
• We do have an installation kit you can use. I would suggest using part # RP50064-58, it is a custom fit bracket kit with bed rails. You can put a Valley hitch in Reese or Hidden Hitch rails, but we do not suggest mixing manufacturers when it comes to frame brackets and bed rails. In order to make sure the frame brackets will bolt up to the rails properly, stay within the same brand. You will also need to use a slider with the 5th wheel on the short bed if you do not already have one. With out
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