Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Carbide Black Finish
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Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Carbide Black Finish
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CURT Accessories and Parts - C16204
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Rails
- Universal
- CURT
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
- Carbide black finish matches Curt Q5 20K fifth wheel hitch
- Includes 2 base rails
- Brackets, hardware, and installation kit sold separately
- Compatible hitches: Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley, and Husky
- Rail length: 43" (each)
16204 Curt Universal, Carbide Fifth Wheel Base Rails
Video of Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Carbide Black Finish
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for Review of CURT Fifth Wheel Installation Kit - Universal Base Rails - C16204
Hello, everybody. This is Jeff at etrailer.com. Today we're gonna take a look at the CURT Universal Carbide Black Finish Fifth Wheel Base Rails. Now, these base rails will install in your truck bed. And they provide the necessary attachment points for your fifth wheel hitch installation. Now, when these rails are used with the CURT's Custom Mounting Brackets, which we sell separate on a website, these rails will cut in half the time it takes to install your fifth wheel trailer hitch.
We mentioned the finish on this. I'm gonna zoom in and sort of show it. It's a carbide black finish, sort of like a matte black finish, so it matches the finish if you use it on the CURT Q5 20K Fifth Wheel Hitch. Now, these rails are universal, so they will work with the following fifth wheel hitches. They work with the CURT brand, the Draw-Tite, the Hidden Hitch, the Reese, and even the Husky.
This part here will include the two base rails. Now, we mentioned the mounting brackets, the custom mounting brackets, the hardware, and an installation kit is all sold separately. The length on these rails, if we put a tape measure on them from one end to the other, right at 43 inches long. But that should do it for the review on the CURT Universal Carbide Black Finish Fifth Wheel Base Rails.
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Customer Reviews
Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Carbide Black Finish - C16204
Average Customer Rating: 4.8 out of 5 stars (56 Customer 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.by: Rene11/04/2023
Great customer service. Item delivered on time Super happy
by: Brian11/03/2023
Great customer service.
by: Arlee07/24/2023
This was a fairly simple install.
by: Edward12/07/2017
Fit and finish is very good. The rails have worked as described with out Anderson Ultimate hitch pulling around our 14,000 lb. 5th wheel.
by: Don S.06/16/2017
I ordered the rails and brackets kit with included hardware for a Curt slider hitch. The order arrived 3 days later in perfect shape and the quality of the parts is 1st rate...heavy. Price was better than other stores. I'm happy.
by: Stephen 05/19/2023
Followed the directions and it fit perfect. Good job.
by: Dale 04/25/2023
Good product with great service and prompt delivery
by: Keith F.05/07/2018
We bought a Curt slider hitch 16516 and base rails with bracket kit. Everything was very well constructed. We were very impressed with the product. We installed everything ourselves after watching the video. We highly recommend watching the video. Everything went together without any problems. Very solid hitch.
by: Donald H.02/06/2017
Good quality 5th wheel hitch ordered. Lucked out getting it on sale. Shipped on time. Arrived in perfect condition. Self install. Highly recommend Etrailer!
by: J05/16/2020
Truck had holes and frame brackets for rails already from previous owner. Why they would remove rails I dunno, but I ordered up the Curt universal rails only and they bolted right up to existing holes and hardware. Cheap way to go!
by: Andrew11/01/2022
The box was torn up lucky only there was two parts inside
by: Joe 10/08/2022
They work fine.
by: Jim F.03/16/2015
Excellent customer service. Super fast handling and delivery. Karen C. did a great job of correcting a mistake that I made. I will use E-trailer again...Thank you..
by: Kyle03/15/2014
Exactly what I expected from etrailer! Delivered earlier than scheduled. Great fit to my truck and existing equipment.
by: Christopher 02/02/2021
Perfect, they lined up with the holes in the deck and with my curt gooseneck
by: john c.08/12/2017
all parts fit properly and are well made.because of tight clearances very hard to properly tighten rail bolts between frame and bed.4hr. install with two experienced techs. if on a lift would be less time.
by: Morris05/16/2019
The product seems to be well-made everything fits perfectly he trailer was very fast and they’re shipping
by: Gary 12/21/2019
This company is always great to go to when you need something at a reasonable price usually delivered before they say it is coming great customer service and the parts are quality
by: Robert09/04/2020
The greatest parts and service departments YOU theBest.Thanks needed the parts today and got them.
by: Matthew11/14/2020
The product was awesome fit perfect the people at etailer keep me informed on my order I was very pleased would highly recommend etrailer.
Thanks to all!!
by: Mike 07/19/2021
Very precise instructions. A breeze to install...
by: bill h04/25/2019
Easy to install works great.
Bill H.
4/26/2020
Still working as its supposed to.
by: Jonathon02/07/2019
Gteat product
Jonathon
2/8/2020
Great
by: Dennis04/27/2018
easy install
Dennis
4/27/2019
Great products and price , and a great company that offers assistance when needed. I dont need to purchase automotive or trailering parts often but when i do your the first on my list. Never disappointed!!
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- Does Curt Fifth Wheel Rail Kit # C16204 Fit with Demco Hitch FWH-24PAYes, the Demco part number you mentioned is for a slider hitch that fit industry standard fifth wheel rails like what the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails # C16204 provides.
view full answer... - Will The Curt Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit C16420 Fit A 2012 Ram 2500 With A 6.5 Foot BedIf you already have the Curt fifth wheel bed rails, like the # C16204, for your 2012 Ram 2500 with a 6-1/2 foot bed, then the Curt Custom, No-Drill Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit # C16420 will indeed be the correct fit for your truck. This will also include all the hardware needed to attach them to the frame of your truck as well as all the hardware needed to attach the bed rails to the brackets. I included an install video of the rails and brackets being installed for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Will 5th Wheel Brackets Fit Both a 2016 Chevrolet 3500 and a 2018 Chevrolet 2500It is possible but it would depend on the brackets that you have. For example the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Chevy/GMC # C16411 fits both the 2018 Chevrolet 2500 and 2016 Chevrolet 3500 and would work with the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails # C16204.
view full answer... - Does the Curt Bracket Kit part # C16448 Come with RailsThe Curt Bracket Kit part # C16448 that you referenced does not come with any rails at all. For a set of rails to go along with this kit you would want the part # C16204. This rail kit is compatible with Reese hitches as well as Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Valley and Husky.
view full answer... - Curt 5th Wheel Brackets And Base Rails That Fit A 2019 Ford F-250Yes, the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Brackets # C16443 for the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Base Rails # C16204 does fit your 2019 Ford F-250.
view full answer... - 5th Wheel Base Rails Needed to Mount in the Bed of a 1988 Ford F350 for a RBW HitchTo install Curt base rails in the bed of your 1988 Ford F-350 you will need the Curt universal fifth-wheel base rails and installation kit, # C16200. This kit includes the above bed rails and hardware and the below bed hardware and brackets for installation on the F-350. The installation instructions, see link, for Ford F-350 trucks older than 1997, start on page 11, but be sure to read the first 3 pages before starting the installation. Directions will be included with the kit. Your...
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- Locating 5th Wheel Frame Brackets for 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500It is always best to select frame brackets from the same manufacturer as the base rails for your fifth wheel trailer hitch. When mixing manufacturers with these two components, it is possible that the brackets will not line up correctly with the rails, as there can be differences even within parts for the same truck model. If you are able to tell me the manufacturer or model of the base rails you have, I will be happy to recommend frame brackets that are confirmed to work. For example,...
view full answer... - Will Curt Custom 5th Wheel Brackets From 2018 Chevy Silverado Fit 2012 Silverado I have great news! The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit # C16411 referenced in your question (along with Curt Universal Base Rails # C16204) are confirmed to fit both the 2018 Chevy Silverado 2500/3500 and the 2012 Chevy Silverado 2500/3500. The custom brackets will use existing holes in the truck's frame to eliminate the need for frame drilling during installation. I have attached the written instructions that you can also check out.
view full answer... - Difference Between Curt Fifth Wheel Rails C16104 and C16204The difference is the finish on the rails. The part # C16104 is a gloss finish whereas the part # C16204 is a matte black finish.
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Installation Brackets for Curt Rails on 2015 Silverado 1500You can install your Curt # C16204 base rails using the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Chevy/GMC # C16400. These are a custom bracket kit that will fit on your 2015 Chevy Silverado 1500 with a 5-1/2 foot bed and connect to the base rails in the truck bed.
view full answer... - Height Difference Between Reese Elite Series Rail Adapter and Standard 5th Wheel Bed RailsThe Reese Elite Series Underbed Rail Adapter for Standard 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 20,000 lbs # RP30156 has a height from the bed to the top of the adapter of 3.47 inches. Standard 5th wheel rails like the Curt # C16204 are 1-3/16 inches tall. So the difference is just over 2-1/4 inches.
view full answer... - Mounting Brackets & Base Rails For 1996 Dodge Ram 1500Base rails are specific to mounting brackets so unless you know the model number of your base rails, you'll need to get both. So without knowing the base rails you have the best I can offer for your 1996 Dodge Ram 1500 is the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 Bolt # RP30035.
view full answer... - Are Reese Universal Base Rails The Same As Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base RailsThe Reese Universal Base Rails, part # RP58058 and the Curt Base Rails, part # C16204 are both universal fifth wheel base rails, although not identical. They will work with Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley and Husky fifth wheel hitches. But they will not work with Reese Elite Series (Signature Series) or Valley UBS hitches.
view full answer... - Is Reese Rail RP58058 and Curt Rail part # 16204 The Same RailThe two rails you mentioned are both very similar as they are industry standard fifth wheel rails, but they are not the same exact rails.
view full answer... - Do The Curt C16204 Universal Rails Come With Hardware?No, the Curt # C16204 Universal Rails do not come with hardware. The hardware will be included with the bracket kit, which is custom fitted for your vehicle. I see that you are looking for parts for a 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 short bed. For that I suggest the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # BWRVK2503. This is a full kit so you get your rails, brackets and hardware. I like the B&W kits because they are made in the USA, and the price is usually pretty competitive compared to...
view full answer... - Can You Mix Fifth Wheel Rail and Bracket ManufacturersWe can't recommend the mixing of fifth wheel brackets and rail manufacturers. If you have Reese rails you would want a set of Reese brackets. Without knowing what vehicle you have it would be hard for me to recommend the correct brackets to go with your rails. If you have Curt brackets and need rails you would want # C16204.
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- Fitment of Curt Base Rail Kit and PullRite SuperGlide on a 2020 Chevy Silverado 2500The Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails # C16204 will fit with your PullRite 2700 sliding 5th wheel hitch but we don't recommend crossing brands when it comes to installing a base rail kit and the mounting brackets. This is due to them not being made together so there could be some slight differences plus they haven't been tested together so you will basically be using a system with a unknown weight rating. I recommend going with the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit # C16429-204...
view full answer... - Does The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit # C16418-204 Include Rails and Hardware? Yes, the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit # C16418-204 will include the lower mounting brackets and in bed 5th wheel rails. You do also get all the hardware needed to bolt the mounting brackets to the frame as well as the rails to the mounting brackets. I have linked an installation video below for this installed on a 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD like yours.
view full answer... - What is Difference Between Curt Fifth Wheel Rails C16104 and C16204The difference between the two Curt rail kits is the finish only. The # C16104 has a gloss finish and the # C16204 has a matte finish. So it really comes down to which look you'd prefer.
view full answer... - Do the Rails in the Curt E5 Fifth Wheel Hitch and Installation Kit Work with Rail Brackets # C16418The rails that come with the Curt E5 Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch with Rails and Universal Installation Kit, item # C16116, are the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails, item # C16204, and will work with the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Chevy/GMC, item # C16418. The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Chevy/GMC, item # C16418, is designed to work with the 99-07 Chevy/GMC 1500 Classic body style vehicles so it is the correct application for your vehicle.
view full answer... - Does Curt Custom 5th Wheel Bracket Kit Fit 2014 Ram 2500 with Short BedYes, the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Bracket Kit for Ram Truck # C16427 is a fit for your 2014 Ram 2500 with a short bed (as well as long bed. To use the Bracket Kit # C16427 your Ram will also need specific base rails, the Curt Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Gloss Finish # C16104 or Curt Fifth Wheel Base Rails - Carbide Black Finish # C16204. I have added links to video reviews and installs for you to check out as well.
view full answer... - Will the Curt C16418 Brackets Fit a 2005 Chevy Silverado 1500 LD?As the Curt # C16400 brackets are for a 2007 or newer Silverado, I suggest going with the Curt # C16418. These are specifically designed to fit your 2005 Silverado 1500 LD with 6 1/2 foot bed. If you do not have Curt brand rails, I also suggest going with the # C16204. Rails and brackets cannot be mixed and matched between brands and these would mate with the # C16418 perfectly.
view full answer... - Does Curt Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit Work With 2014 Ram 1500 Sport With Coil Suspension?I checked with Curt and the Curt Semi-Custom Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit # C16306 is a fit for a 2014 Ram 1500 Sport with coil springs. You will need to use base rails # C16104 (gloss finish) or # C16204 (carbide black finish) with these brackets. I've added links to video reviews of each of these products for you to take a look at.
view full answer... - How Far Apart Do the Rails Need To Be To Install the Curt A16 5th Wheel HitchIn order to install the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16120 you'll need to position the base rails 22" apart on center. That is the distance between the center of the legs front to back. I have attached a photo with the dimensions of the above bed base rails that will fit the Curt A16. The correct base rails are the Curt Universal Fifth Wheel Base Rails part # C16204.
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Don S.
6/18/2018
The hitch and mounting brackets work great except the slide is really hard to move with the 5er hooked up. Its very hard to pull the handle for the slide.