How Does the PullRite OEX SuperLite 5th-Wheel Hitch Install on a 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500

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This tow hitch I want to put it on a 2021 chev 2500. How does it attach to the bed. I currently have rails on the bed for a pullrite.

asked by: Oscar M

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Hey Oscar, thanks for reaching out!

The PullRite OEX SuperLite 5th-Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GM Prep Package # PUL96ZR is designed to fit directly into the puck system on a Chevy/GM truck, like if you had the factory puck system installed on your 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500.

If the rails you currently have are adapter rails like the Curt # C88KR, then this PullRite OEX will fit directly to the pucks so you can ditch (or sell, rather) the adapter rails. If you're talking about industry standard bed rails then you need the ISR Series SuperLite 5th Wheel Hitch # PUL53RR instead.

Which type of rails do you have in your Chevy?

expert reply by: Jon G

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Oscar

2/20/2025

B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th. I believe this is the one I have!

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Jon G.

2/20/2025

@Oscar Great, thanks for getting back with me! If you have the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # BWRVK2505 on your Chevy, then you need the ISR Series SuperLite # PUL53RR that I referenced above. This is the same thing as the OEX you were initially looking at, it just has a different mounting system that works with the B&W rails on your truck.

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Oscar M.

2/20/2025

Any issues with me having a short bed? Will the truck still be able to have the clearance like I have with super glide

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Jon G.

2/20/2025

@OscarM We've found that as long as your 5th wheel has a tapered nose then you should have enough clearance with your Chevy to make full turns. If you'd like to double check the math on your end, then here is a formula you can use to do so" (A + B) - C = Clearance A = Distance from center of fifth wheel hitch jaw to truck cab B = Length of offset (slider clearance or Sidewinder offset) C = Width of trailer divided by 2 (to get half) You need at least 4" of clearance to be able to make a 90 degree turn.

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Answer 1

Hey Carter, thanks for reaching out! The GM trucks with the 6-1/2' bed can use a stationary hitch as long as the 5th wheel trailer has a tapered nose. For your 2025 GMC Sierra 2500 I recommend using the PullRite OEX SuperLite #PUL96ZR for a few…

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Answer 2

Hey Silas! I really like the PullRite OEX SuperLite #PUL96ZR for towing with your 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 for a few reasons; it fits directly to your puck system without an adapter, and then the weight of the hitch makes it much easier to get in…

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Answer 3

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Answer 4

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 5

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 6

Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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Answer 7

Yes, the puck system used on the 2016-2019 Chevy/GMC trucks is different than the pucks used on the 2020 and newer trucks. So you would need a 5th wheel like the B&W Companion #BWRVK3710 for your 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 with an 8' Bed. If you…

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Answer 8

Hey Jerry, GM moved the placement of their puck systems starting with 2020 models so you are correct that the pucks would have the hitch not sit directly over the axle. GM did the math and made sure that this placement wouldn't adversely affect…

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Answer 9

You do not have to use a sliding 5th wheel hitch in a short bed truck. In many cases, truck beds shorter than 8 ft do not have enough clearance between the trailer and truck to execute sharp turns. This is why sliding hitches were invented. Due to…

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Answer 10

Hey Daniel, I actually would disagree with your sales guy on whether you need a sliding hitch or not. The short bed of your 2025 Chevy Silverado 3500 is actually one of the longest "short" beds made so that adds turning clearance. Your…

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Answer 11

Hello Gary. For your 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD with short bed it is recommended to have a sliding hitch to ensure that you can get around those really tight turns without damaging the cab of your truck. For a Curt sliding hitch I would recommend…

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Answer 12

Hey Oscar, thanks for reaching out! The PullRite OEX SuperLite 5th-Wheel Hitch for Chevy/GM Prep Package #PUL96ZR is designed to fit directly into the puck system on a Chevy/GM truck, like if you had the factory puck system installed on your 2021…

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