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Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Gloss Finish

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When used with Curt's custom brackets, these rails will cut in half the time it takes to install your fifth wheel trailer hitch. They also function as replacement rails for your existing towing system. 1-800-940-8924 to order CURT accessories and parts part number C16104 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all CURT products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Gloss Finish. Accessories and Parts reviews from real customers.
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CURT Accessories and Parts

  • 5th Wheel Hitch Rails
  • Rails
  • CURT
  • Universal

When used with Curt's custom brackets, these rails will cut in half the time it takes to install your fifth wheel trailer hitch. They also function as replacement rails for your existing towing system.


Features:

  • Base rails provide the necessary attachment points for 5th wheel hitch installation
  • Glossy black finish
  • Includes 2 base rails
    • Brackets, hardware and installation kit sold separately
  • Compatible hitches - Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley and Husky


16104 Curt Universal, Gloss Fifth Wheel Base Rails

Item # C16104




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Video of Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Gloss Finish

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Video Transcript for The Low-Down on the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails

Today we're going to take a look at the Curt universal fifth wheel base rails with the gloss finish. These base rails will install in your truck bed to provide the necessary attachment points for your fifth wheel trailer hitch. These rails are a sturdy steel construction, has a nice high gloss black powder coat finish on it to help resist corrosion. They're also cold cured in a rust resistant liquid Bonderite coating. These are compatible with above bed fifth wheel hitches from Curt, Drawtite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese, and Valley. They are also designed to work with goose neck adapters.

This part will include the two base rails. It does require a custom installation kit with the mounting brackets and hardware to install this on your vehicle. We do sell that separately on our website. What I would recommend for that is you need to go to our website, use our fit guide. Put in your year, make, and model vehicle and it'll show you what custom installation kit is required to put these rails on your vehicle. Total length on these rails is 43 inches long.

That should do it for the review on the Curt universal fifth wheel base rails in the high gloss finish.

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4.8

28 reviews
When used with Curt's custom brackets, these rails will cut in half the time it takes to install your fifth wheel trailer hitch. They also function as replacement rails for your existing towing system.

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I just installed it. Everything worked great and it looks good.



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EXTREMELY DISSATISFIED AND DISAPPOINTED to say the least I placed the order online and it was a week late then the time it was supposed to be delivered that in itself was frustrating I need to deliver a fifth wheel trailer to a customer so that caused a delay but times are tuff so things happen I let the customer know so I waited finally received the package and it was taped at all corners once I opened it the hardware bag was opened and missing 3 pieces which keep me from installing the hitch brackets reached out and talk to a customer rep to get the missing parts shipped she said it would be expedited I just noticed that the parts won’t make it in till literally a whole week after my call to them about missing parts that my friends is not expediting! The customer is rightfully upset. I would have paid for them to express mail the parts even if it was their responsibility in order for me to provide good customer service on my end. Now I need to hire someone else to deliver the trailer. I’m very disappointed on how etrailer handled this turning this purchase into a regretful one.



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After placing the order for the universal rails I received a call from a rep suggesting I purchase the custom fit for my Ram 3500 which I did. The directions were straight forward and the install was too bad. I was concerned that a couple of the bolts came down in a location where torquing the nuts was not possible. I have checked several times and they are still very tight. I recommend these as they work great with my hitch.



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Great product - everything needed in the box. As previous reviews state, not too bad installing except the front driver side near the gas tank was an absolute nightmare. Hitch fit perfectly in the rails after install. Can't beat etrailer's support and guidance such as the video to help with install.



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etrailer had the best prices and the best availability I could find! Not to mention the customer service, Stacey went WAY above and beyond and worked very hard finding and getting us what we needed in a timely manner! She was very knowledgeable and helpful making sure I got what I needed! I can’t thank etrailers and Stacey enough!!



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needed them quickly and at a good price etrailer delivered as usual



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We have not had our tails installed yet, however I was extremely impressed with how fast the product shipped. Personally I feel that company’s are using covid as an excuse for poor customer service. NOT ETRAILER. Will def be ordering from them again in the future.



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Nice Rails for my new truck. The powder coating was very nice looking and appears durable. The customer service at Etrailer is superior!



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Once again, EXCELLENT product sent quickly. Every time I have ordered something from etrailer it has gone perfectly.



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Good product fit perfect to holes for Reese rails



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Install took about 30 minutes with the brackets. Perfect fit



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I paid for two day shipping and I received the product on the third day. It looks like a great product it will not fit my hitch.



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The rails are nicely protected
with a good finish and are of adequate strength.








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as always the people take care of busin ess



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Description was correct.. fitment worked great



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Super quick shipping. It arrived a day ahead of schedule.



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Awesome product, amazing shipment and delivery time!! Will definitely buy items from this store again, would also recommend this store to anyone!!



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It is exactly what I ordered, and it is perfect for the job. Thanks for quick service and delivery.



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Very fast service. Ordered it online and rexeived the product real fast



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Bolted right up with just a little effo rt.



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  • Recommended Curt 5th Wheel Rails and Replacement Hardware
    Yes, you can. You will need the Curt Universal 5th Wheel Base Rails item # C16104 and the Replacement Hardware for Curt Universal 5th Wheel Installation Kit item # C16111. These will match up perfectly with the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Bracket Kit item # C86WR you already purchased. Please note that the hardware kit will supply hardware for both the rails to be installed and the brackets. There is no option for a hardware kit that only installs the rails. There are quite a few different size...
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    According to Curt's fitment catalog the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Ford 150 # C86WR is a confirmed fit for every model of the 2023 Ford F-150 except for police responder and Lightning models. To go along with the brackets you'll also need some base rails like # C16204 (carbide finish) or # C16104 (gloss finish). According to the instructions the first base rail edge should be installed 28-9/16" from the edge of the bed floor on the tailgate side. Since you have a 5.5' bed...
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  • Curt Fifth Wheel Custom Installation Brackets Work with Curt Base Rails and Many 5th Wheel Hitches
    The Curt Fifth Wheel Installation Bracket Kit - 2009 Dodge Ram 1500, item # C16422, is just the under bed installation brackets. You will also need the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Gloss Finish, item # C16104 or Matte Finish, item # C16204, to complete the fifth wheel installation on your 2009 Dodge Ram Truck. With the above mentioned items you will be able to use Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley and Husky Hitches. I would recommend the Curt E5 Fifth Wheel Trailer...
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  • Installation Instructions for Curt Universal 5th Wheel Base Rail Installation Kit C16101
    The installation instructions for Curt Universal 5th Wheel Base Rail Installation Kit # C16101 are linked for you. With this base rail hardware kit you can install a set of compatible industry-standard-rails (ISRs) like # C16204 or # C16104 (gloss finish). These rails will enable installation of a 5th wheel hitch like the Curt E16 # C16115. If you need a wiring harness for the 5th wheel you can use part # PK11893-11932 from Pollak. The linked video shows installation.
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  • Measurement of Curt Fifth Wheel Base Rails
    I went to the warehouse to take some measurements of the Curt # C16104 base rails and found that they are 43" long and roughly 5-5/8" wide. I have added a photo showing some of the dimensions of the mounting holes for you as well. Center to center, the closest holes are roughly 10" apart, the second set of mounting holes is 20-1/2" while the third set is 29" apart. I have also added a link to a video review of these rails for you to take a look at.
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  • Above Bed 5TH Wheel Rails Availability Separate From Mounting Brackets
    We do carry the in bed 5th wheel rails separate from the lower brackets for your 2020 Ford F-250. I do recommend matching the manufacturer for lower brackets to ensure you do not have any fitment issues. Here is a list of the different rails we carry. Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Gloss Finish # C16104 Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Carbide Black Finish # C16204 Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Dark Gray Finish # C99JR B&W Universal Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer...
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  • Does Curt Bracket Kit C16411 Come with Hardware to Attach to Fifth Wheel Rails
    The only way we can recommend the part # C16411 for your 2016 Chevy Silverado 3500 is if the rails you currently have are made by Curt. We can't recommend mixing rail and bracket manufacturers. The brackets are 3/8 inch thick and all of the needed hardware is included including the hardware that attaches the brackets to the rails. If you do need Curt rails you would also want the part # C16104.
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  • Recommendation For a Fifth Wheel Slider Hitch and Base Rails on 2005 Ford F-250
    Since you are asking about a slider hitch it probably means your 2005 Ford F-250 has the 6-1/2 foot bed. My recommendation for a 16K slider hitch would be the Reese 16K Round Tube Slider Hitch, part # RP30075. I really like the round tube slider, as sometimes the square tube model sliders can bind, making the hitch difficult to slide back and forth. The round tube slider hitch will also give you 12 inches of travel towards the tailgate, compared to the 10 inches with a square tube slider...
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  • Difference Between Curt Fifth Wheel Rails C16104 and C16204
    The difference is the finish on the rails. The part # C16104 is a gloss finish whereas the part # C16204 is a matte black finish.
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  • 5th Wheel Installation Brackets and Rails For a 2023 Ford F-150 XLT STX
    The rails included in the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit # C16441-104 you were looking at will fit your 2023 Ford F-150 XLT STX, but you will need alternate mounting brackets. The correct mounting brackets are the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit # C86WR. I was able to verify this through the manufacturer. Then the rails are the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails # C16104.
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  • Will PullRite SuperGlide 2900 Work On 2016 Ford F-250 With Curt Rails
    Yes, you can use the PullRite SuperGlide 2900 Model 5th Wheel Hitch on a 2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty with the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for Ford part # C16424-104 (part # C16104 + part # C16424).
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  • What is Difference Between Curt Fifth Wheel Rails C16104 and C16204
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  • No-Drill 5th Wheel Brackets That Fit 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500
    We do have no-drill 5th wheel brackets which are a fit for your 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500. The correct fit for your truck is the following: - Curt Custom 5th Wheel Bracket Kit for Chevy/GMC Truck # C16429 This bracket kit will install onto your Chevy without any drilling, though they do require you use the Curt above-bed base rails (all 5th wheel brackets need to use the same manufacturer's base rails in order to fit). For that you can choose from two different finishes, either the Curt...
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  • Will Curt 5th Wheel Brackets Fit 2020 Ford F-250 With Welded Brackets Inside the Frame Rail
    Hi Rich; as long as those welded brackets aren't blocking the holes for the bolts to run through you can install the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Ford # C99BR on your 2020 F-250. Take a look at the instructions below and compare them to your truck now to be sure. You will also need the # C16104 or # C16204 base rails to attach a 5th wheel hitch like the # BWRVK3270 or # BWRVK3255.
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  • 5th Wheel Frame Brackets for a 2012 Ford F-250
    If you already have the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Bracket Kit for Ford part # C16424 on your 2012 Ford F-250 then you will want to use these with the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails part # C16104, not the Reese Universal Base Rails part # RP58058 or part # RP30035 because you cannot mix and match base rails with frame brackets from different manufactures. If you have the Reese Universal Base Rails in your only 2000 Ford F-250 then you can use the Reese Quick-Install Custom Bracket Kit...
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  • Rails That Work With Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit on 1998 Ford F-150
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  • Brackets Needed to Install Curt 5th Wheel Base Rails on a 2017 Ford F-150
    It sounds like you have the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails # C16104 that you're wanting to install on your 2017 Ford F-150. With this being the case I recommend getting the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit # C86WR which comes with custom brackets (which means no drilling into your truck frame) and replacement hardware to get everything installed correctly. These rails and brackets give you the complete kit # C93WR which fits all bed sizes for your 2017 F-150. Please let me know...
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  • Does Curt Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit C16427 Fit Rails of Universal Kit C16100
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  • Does Curt 5th Wheel Hitch R16 Roller Base Fit Universal Base Rails on 2000 Ford Super Duty
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  • Are Hitch Pins Needed with Curt Fifth Wheel Rails
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  • Will Curt 5th Wheel Installation Kit Fit 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500 With Short Bed
    Yes, the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Chevy/GMC # C16418 will absolutely fit your 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500 with a short bed. This bracket kit is also the best option for your truck because it does not require any drilling into your frame rails to install. This install kit does require the use of Curt Fifth Wheel Base Rails # C16204 (Carbide Black Finish) or # C16104 (Gloss Finish), both of which will mount a Curt 20K sliding fifth wheel hitch. These parts also come as a kit,...
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