Install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch in your truck bed with this kit. Custom brackets reduce the amount of time required to install the hitch. Brackets, base rails, and hardware included. 1-800-940-8924 to order Demco 5th wheel hitch rails part number DM8552025-71 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Demco products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches. 5th Wheel Hitch Rails reviews from real customers.
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Dodge Ram Pickup - Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches
Highlights
Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounting brackets install to your truck's frame.
Simplifies Installation: Custom-fit brackets use existing frame holes so no drilling is required.
Compatible with Many Fifth Wheel Hitches: Works with Demco, B&W, Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese, and Valley models.
Provides Strong Mounting Points: Above-bed base rails create secure attachment locations for your hitch.
Speeds Up Setup: Custom brackets help avoid frame obstacles and drastically reduce install time.
Built to Last: Black powder coated steel resists corrosion over years of towing use.
Features to know about
No Drilling: Custom Brackets Line Up with Factory Holes
The Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit makes setting up for fifth-wheel towing quick and clean. The custom-fit brackets mount to existing holes in the frame, so there’s no drilling required. That means less time under the truck and no need to cut into the frame. The brackets mount beneath the bed, providing solid attachment points for the above-bed rails while keeping the frame strong and tidy.
Standard Rail Pattern: Works with Popular Fifth Wheel Hitches
The base rails use the industry-standard mounting pattern, so you’re not limited to one brand. They’ll take hitches from Demco (manufactured after 2012), B&W, Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese, and Valley. That flexibility makes it easy to reuse an existing hitch or swap later without changing your rail kit.
Tough, Long-Lasting Steel: Ready for the Road Ahead
Every component in this kit is made from sturdy, black powder-coated steel that resists corrosion. The finish holds up well against moisture and road grime, keeping the rails and brackets in good shape over time. The kit includes two base rails, all mounting brackets, and the hardware needed for a secure install—everything required to create a dependable fifth-wheel mounting foundation.
Specs
Compatibility
Fits: 2014 - 2014 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
Fits: 2014 - 2014 Dodge Ram Pickup 2500 - 8 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
Fits: 2014 - 2019 Ram 2500 - 6-1/2 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
Fits: 2014 - 2019 Ram 2500 - 8 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
Compatible Hitches: Demco Premier 5th-wheel hitches manufactured after 2012
Also Compatible With: B&W, Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese, and Valley above-bed 5th-wheel trailer hitches
Construction and Design
Mounting Style: Above-bed
Bracket Type: Custom-fit
Installation: No drilling required; mounts to existing holes in vehicle frame
Material: Steel
Finish: Black powder coated
Corrosion Resistance: Yes
Made In: USA
Included Components
Included: 2 base rails, brackets, and hardware
Warranty
Warranty: 5-Year limited warranty
8552025 Demco Custom Bracket Kit for Hijacker Premier Series Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitches
6071 Demco Bed Rails for Hijacker Premier Series Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitches
Just received wont be installed till Monday, but the customer service when ordering and the shipping was awesome. Will update when installed and I pull my new camper home (50miles) with pics 1175000
The new lower base for the Demco hitch arrived on Tuesday via Freight it was a great interaction the driver I actually knew from a previous delivery, me and a friend were able to lift the old one out of the bed of my truck and install the new one today and all I have to say is...
PERFECT FIT!
It appears that Demco has already redesigned the lower base compared to my original one to prevent this problem from happening again. I was actually kind of shocked to see that upgrade and change.
I cannot say enough good words about you with E-Trailer and Demco working with me to get this problem solvedm Yes it took a little bit of work, ultimately this time we got it. I cannot thank you guys enough.
My friend and I will be finalizing the installation and getting it locked down to the bed with a few custom spacers for the lower rails this weekend.
Here are a few pictures of the installation resuming. If I remember , when I finally pick up my new camper, I'll send some pictures along too. Have to give credit where credit is due . Not sure of you have a customer wall at HQ. I know we had one in my old shop.
Anyway.. thank you again . 3222966
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David
04/16/2019
The Demco slider hitch I purchased with you bed kit is truly a phenomenal piece of equipment. I’ve had many questions about my hitch to which I’d recommend to any and everyone. This is my first fifth wheel and my first experience with pulling a fifth wheel. It’s truly amazing how it operates629149
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Mark
09/05/2023
2017
Ram
2500
Product fit exactly as advertised and the installation video on etrailer's website was a great help in the installation since the installation directions that came with the kit was not very informative. I hope etrailer continues to provide installation videos for products they sell and I will definitely but from them again.
Thanks etrailer. 1660828
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Rick
10/12/2019
2018
Ram
2500
This is my second order for my second truck. I couldn't be happier with the pricing, service, delivery time, and courteous people. 716708
Rick S.
10/13/2020
Great, very happy.
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Diane
01/17/2020
2015
Ram
2500
Haven't used this yet, but believe it will be terrific for lifting my Demo 5th wheel hitch to move to another truck. Purchased my Demo hitch also from Etailer.com, they are fast shipping, let you know exactly what you need for your particular vehicle. I would recommend them highly for any of your camper & auto and RVing needs! 739535
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Brian
07/26/2019
I recently called Diana at etrailer and requested a product for a brand new dodge ram that know one else could locate. Without hesitation she new exactly what I needed and told me so right away without putting me on hold or anything, great job Diana and great products you guys have. Keep up the good work 676933
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Keith
09/03/2019
2018
Ram
2500
The product was in good order. The install is somewhat difficult. The backside driver and front side passenger is easy to install. The drivers front and rear passenger is the most difficult. It would be helpful if the template was sent with the package so that you could layout the bed and drill everything from the top. Because you can't get to the front drivers side from under the truck. It took me 3 hours to install this product. One last comment is that there are 2 bags of nuts, bolts and bushing but you have to figure out what ones to use. If you know the make and model of the truck why can't the correct bolts and all of the accessories be put in the box. 697145
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J
03/10/2026
All bolts, washers and nuts did not arrive with kit. 3496538
Mike L.
3/10/2026
I'm sorry that happened, I'll handle that for you and get that missing hardware to you.
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Michael
11/18/2020
#1 customer service and as ordered.
The best customer service from Paula, very knowledgeable. 913612
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Daniel
08/06/2019
Product came timely and great shape e trailer very helpful getting order correct worked as intended 681482
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Thomas
03/31/2022
Worked out great! Installed this product a year ago. No issues. 1280066
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Steven
09/05/2020
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Steven R.
9/6/2021
Still working great!
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Dennis
09/09/2020
Great folks! The only issue I have is it was delivered with the box busted. 876367
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Lon
03/02/2019
Works great!610170
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Roger
04/18/2019
Was easy to install. Only took a couple hours. 632020
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Mark
07/07/2021
Good quality product1085575
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Brandon
05/10/2021
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The things that the 18K Demco Hijacker # DM8550034 and the 18K SuperGlide have in common are that they both offer 14" of travel, they are both automatic sliding 5th wheel hitches, have 2-point pivoting hitch heads, are compatible with industry standard base rails, and they are both rated to tow up to an 18K trailer. Both 5th wheel hitches come with a 5-year limited warranty as well.
Although they both have the single-jaw system to lock the king pin into place, the SuperGlide hugs it against... view full answer...
The Andersen Ultimate Connection # AM3200 has a 9" offset. I am not sure if it will allow you to make 90 degree turns with your 2017 Ram 2500 6-1/2' bed but this can simply be determined by measuring from the back of your cab to the middle of the space in-between your base rails (or the pucks). Once you know that simply add 9" for the offset and the subtract half of the width of your trailer. The formula looks likes this:
(A + B) - C = Clearance
A = Distance from center of fifth wheel... view full answer...
Part of your Grand Design Reflections 150's best features is the 90 degree pivoting pin box, and it would be a shame to not use it. You're right in that you don't need to have a sliding hitch given its design. However, you'll want to verify the clearance. I've included a link to our Sidewinder FAQ so you can get a similar idea of its features.
Most importantly, in this article is how to calculate the clearance to verify if you need a hitch with offset to make the most of your pivoting... view full answer...
According to the online version of the owner's manual for your 2017 Ram 2500 it states that the towing weight limits for a 5th wheel trailer are 25,000 lbs Trailer Weight and 5,000 lbs Tongue Weight. You will be able to safely pull your trailer with the 2500 model.
The best option that we have when it comes to a sliding 5th wheel hitch is to use the Hijacker Autosliding 5th wheel hitch. The Demco Hijacker that I recommend is the 18K # DM8550034 along with the base rails # DM8552025-71... view full answer...
With clearance being the biggest issue for you, there is one option I highly recommend for a 5th wheel hitch that fits your 2019 Ram 2500 with a 6-1/2 foot bed, the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Slider # DM8550034.
The Hijacker gives you more clearance than any other sliding hitch because of its 14 inches of front-to-back travel; other hitches have between 10 inches and 12 inches of travel. That will give you the most possible clearance for your 2019 Ram, and you... view full answer...
Hey Dan, what you'd want is the Demco custom fifth wheel rail kit part # DM8552025-71 which is custom fit for your 2018 Ram 2500 and provides the rail type your Demco hitch part # DM8550052 was designed to fit. view full answer...
It is possible that your industry standard rail system in your 2020 Ram 2500 may fit in your 2014 Ram 2500 Diesel but without knowing which brand or part number you have I can not say for certain. You will want to use all new hardware if you are able to transfer the kit over. Below are the 5th wheel industry standard rail kits that fit both of your trucks:
Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches item # RP56009-53
Reese Quick-Install... view full answer...
A 2019 Ram 2500 Power Wagon is really built as an off-road type of truck, though there isn't any reason you can't tow a fifth wheel trailer with this truck. The issue with this, when compared to a standard 2500 diesel is that the 2019 Power Wagon only comes in a 6'4" bed, so you would need a sliding fifth wheel hitch.
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Congrats on the new truck! To add a autoslider 5th wheel hitch you will first need to add a set of rails to your 2023 Ram 2500. There is no aftermarket way to add a puck system or below bed mounting method for an autoslider 5th wheel hitch.
I recommend the Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit item # DM8552025-71. This set of rails is industry standard which means it will work with most 5th wheel hitches on the market. The brackets are custom fit and install... view full answer...
The hitch I recommend for a 2018 Ram 2500 short bed without the fifth wheel prep package is the Demco Hijacker Autoslide # DM8550034 because it utilizes an autoslide so you never have to get out of your Ram in order to slide the hitch like you do with other sliding fifth wheels.
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Trailair Air Ride 5th Wheel Pin Box # LC158778 is fully compatible with Demco Hijacker hitches such as the 18K # DM8550034 and 21K # DM8550035 which fit short beds fitted with standard above-bed base rails like Demco kit # DM8552025-71. You'll also want to use the Demco Capture Plates for Trailair Pin boxes # DM6171.
Pin box part # LC158778 is a correct fit to replace a Lippert 1621HD 5th wheel pin box. This direct replacement will bolt right up in place of the 1621HD and give a smoother... view full answer...
The # DM6071 rails provided with the Demco # DM8552025-71 bracket/rail kit will absolutely handle the 21K capacity of the Demco # DM8550043 Recon 5th wheel hitch you mentioned. The bracket/rail kit has a 25K capacity per the folks at Demco, so you'll have some capacity to spare.
You'll want to keep in mind- for a short bed truck, unless your 5th wheel has the concaved-in front corners and the 5th wheel manufacturer specifically states that a sliding hitch isn't necessary, you might not... view full answer...
As long as the Demco Hijacker has mounting tabs like the Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # DM8550034 you will only need the Rail Kit # DM8552025-71. This kit will allow you to install the above bed 5th wheel rails in your 2019 Ram 2500. If the hitch has the Demco Underbed # DM6004 or another factory set of mounts you will need to replace the mounts with the Side Plates # DM6003. These plates allow you to use above bed rails. view full answer...
Standard 5th wheel base rails have multiple hitch mounting holes spaced at different dimensions. Measured hole center to hole center these spreads are 10-inches, 20-1/2-inches or 29-inches. It certainly looks like your base rails are industry-standard since your measurement taken at the outside edges of the holes is 29-3/4-inches. Please refer to the linked photo I have prepared for you.
It is possible that these rails could work with the Demco Hijacker Premier Series Custom Mounting Brackets... view full answer...
The Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # DM8550035 referenced in your question is an excellent choice for your 2014 Ram 2500 with a 6-1/2 foot bed. As you mentioned, this 5th Wheel Hitch is compatible with the Demco Base Rail Kit # DM8552025-71, but it is also compatible with any industry standard, above-bed base rail kit.
If you are not wanting to use the Demco Rails, I recommend looking at the Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rails and Installation Kit # RP50054-58 or the... view full answer...
Unfortunately there isn't an aftermarket puck system available for a 2020 Ram 2500 and the only compatible rails for a Demco 18k Autoslide # DM8550034 in the bed of your Ram would be above bed # DM8552025-71.
If you're wanting a completely clear bed then the only option is going to be the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3400-5W along with the Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWGNRK1320-5W. This will give you a completely... view full answer...
It is possible that your old rail system may fit your new 2019 Ram 2500 without prep package, but without knowing the part number or previous vehicle that you had, it is difficult to say for sure. I went ahead and gathered some information on 5th wheel rail kits that are a fit for your 2019 Ram without prep package and you can see if your current rail system happens to match one of the part numbers.
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I can get the correct Demco Autoslide 5th wheel hitch and base rails for your 2019 Ram 2500, and you are right that if you do not have any puck holes, you do not have the 5th wheel prep package.
Since you have a lighter 5th wheel trailer of 16,000 lbs you do NOT need to get the 21,000 lb capacity # DM8550035. It won't provide you with any extra benefit and you would be paying extra for capacity you don't need, so the best option is to go with the 18,000 lb capacity Autoslide and save... view full answer...
Since the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GCWR) of your Grand Design Momentum 351M is 16800lbs the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - 18000lbs # DM8550034 you were looking at will work perfectly, and you will not need the 21000lb version.
Since this hitch is designed for above bed rails, you will also need the Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches # DM8552025-71 if your 2019 Ram 2500 does not have the... view full answer...
Let's start with a 5th wheel hitch for your truck. For a short box truck like your 6-foot-bed 2014 Ram 2500 you'll need a sliding 5th wheel. I recommend a round tube slider with the greatest amount of slider travel to give you the most turning clearance. Demco's 18K slider # DM8550034 offers 14-inches of travel and works with their custom base rail install kit # DM8552025-71. For a 5th wheel wiring harness use part # PK11893-11932.
The 16K Reese set up you referenced, hitch # RP30869 and... view full answer...
The first thing to know is that you'll need to have at least 5 inches to 6 inches of clearance between the top of your bed rails and the bottom of the trailer loft. You'll want to measure from the ground to the top of the bed rails on your 2019 Ram 2500 and then from the ground to the bottom of your trailer loft and the difference will be your clearance.
Your Demco Hijacker 5th Wheel Hitch # DM8550034 (18,000 lbs) or # DM8550035 (21,000 lbs) have height settings of 15-1/4 inches, 16-1/2... view full answer...
The only sliding 5th wheel hitch we offer which does not require getting in and out of the truck bed for tight turns is the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # DM8550035 which has a 21,000 lb rating and can be used on a 2019 Ram 2500 with Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails part # DM8552025-71. In regards to hitch height settings, you can use the lowest option if needed but keep in mind this is not really a preference sort of thing so much so that it is... view full answer...
If the Pullrite Superglide you have was designed to fit the industry standard rails (it will have ISR listed in model name), then yes the Demco rail kit part # DM8552025-71 would work. If not, then the only rail kits that will work are from Pullrite. view full answer...
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Jeff
10/9/2022
Just as I had hoped, great