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This kit installs in about half the time of a universal system thanks to custom brackets that line up with existing holes in the frame. You only need to drill where the rails attach through the bed, so there’s less work and no guesswork. The brackets mount beneath the bed to create solid attachment points for the above-bed rails, giving you a strong and clean foundation for your fifth wheel hitch.
Everything you need comes together in this kit—custom brackets, base rails, and all required hardware. The visible rails have a durable gloss finish that matches most hitches and gives your setup a polished look once installed. Having all the components designed to work together ensures a secure fit and dependable towing performance.
These above-bed base rails follow the industry-standard pattern, so you’re not locked into one brand of hitch. They’re compatible with fifth wheel hitches from Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley, and Husky. That means you can use your existing hitch or change brands later without replacing the rails.
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Today we're going to take a look at the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit, with the gloss finish rails, for the Ford F250 and F350 trucks. Now, this is a custom fit part, it is designed to fit the 1999 to 2004 Ford F250 and F350 trucks, for either the six and three quarter foot bed, or the eight foot bed. On a custom fit part, I always like to recommend to go to our website, use our fit guide, put in your year and model of vehicle, and it'll show if this part will work for your application. Now, these custom brackets here is a little mount beneath your truck bed. They do provide the attachment points for your fifth wheel rails. These are custom fit brackets. They are designed to mount to existing holes in your vehicle's frame.
This will help minimize the amount of drilling that's required, and the installation time is cut in half when compared with universal bracket systems. The base rails themselves, right here, these are what will attach to these mounting brackets. The rails is what sits in your truck bed, and they allow the installation of your fifth wheel trailer hitch to your vehicle. These are visible above bed rails, these have a nice gloss finish to them. This part will include everything shown here on the table, it includes the two above bed base rails, the two mounting brackets for each side, all the mounting hardware needed to install it, and a nice set of detailed instructions. This kit will work with fifth wheel hitches, from Curt, Draw Tite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese, and Valley. That should do it for the review on the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit with the gloss finish rails for the Ford F250 and F350 trucks.
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Ratings & Reviews
Got a good hitch at a great price! Installed it myself and had no trouble at all.
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Fit as expected. Easy to install.
It works as promised, instructions were easy to follow.
Exactly as described, easy checkout with all information available. Prompt delivery, all around an excellent purchase and experience. I verified that all parts work and fit, now I just have to find time to install.
Fast install,took a couple hours with helper, but had to use 3 diferent direction sheets that came with the kit and hitch. measurements on sheets don't match. had to drill 8 holes in the bed and enlarge 2 existing holes in the frame.Just needs better instructions.
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The rail kit a little different than I suspect ...i thought it would be no drilling involved to put it on my 2005 f250 truck but had to drill 2 holes in the frame. One on each side. Also had to buy 4 grade 8 bolts to finish it ....it didn't have enough bolts in the bag. But over all it went together simple not hard at all. Now my wife and I can enjoy camping.
Fast shipping! Easy to install and everything fit perfectly
Perfect fit....installation took 40 minutes.....couldn't ask for better fitment. Customer service answered one question prior to installing and it was a breeze from there
I am blown away how quickly I received this. Perfect condition. Can’t wait to install !
I have bought products from etrailer in the past and this time was no different, Hannah in customer service helped me choose the right product for my vehicle…. She took the time to not only find what I needed but she helped me to get the best value for my money. I was amazed at how fast I received my order and could track it every step of the way! Thanks Hannah & etrailer for great service…that’s why I keep coming back. ??
Fit with very little adjustment.
I ordered the wrong part, called Amy and she was wonderful, getting me the right one and arranged the return. I highly recommend these folks, really went above and beyond. They have my business from now on
Missing 4 bolts, 4 nuts, 4 square hole spacers. Easy install.
Great product and excellent fit. Straight forward installation.
Just purchased the Reese 16K hitch. etrailer is great to deal with. Fast delivery.
and were off for a 3 week trip!!!!
Used these for my obs ford and they took some slight modification but worked out well
Nick S.
12/22/2025
I am glad even with the modification you were able to get these to fit! What are you planning to tow with that vehicle?
I love the reels just shut up was very easy
Kevin
6/20/2026
Awesome
This trailer hitch fits awesome easy to follow instructions. Great purchase thank you for all your help.
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Brooke M.
6/23/2025
Happy to hear that, Jordan! Let us know how it goes or how we can help whenever it comes time to install :)