Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches

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• Fit of Reese RP50142 5th Wheel Hitch Mounting Bracket on 2018 Ram 1500
  The # RP50148 brackets are a fit for a 2018 Ram 1500 6-14/2 foot bed, as long as it doesn't have the Diesel engine. Unless you already have a set of Reese 5th wheel bed rails, you'd actually need # RP50142-58, which includes the rails. The # RP50142 you'd looked at is the frame brackets only. If you'd like to install a 7-way trailer connector in the truck bed so you don't have to run the trailer connector cable up over the tailgate, you can install one using part # C56000.
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• 5th Wheel Hitch Installation Bracket/Rail Kit for 2021 Ram 1500
  2021 is a split model year for the Ram 1500, with two different models being available. The 1500 Classic is a carryover from the previous generation, while the Ram 1500 is the all new model. If you have the Ram 1500 Classic, I'd recommend the Reese # RP50142-58 custom install kit. For a less expensive option, a semi-custom kit is available as part # RP30035-523. The semi-custom kit would take an hour or two longer to install. For a Ram 1500, only a custom install kit is available as part...
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• Fifth Wheel Hitch and Sidewinder Recommendation for 2017 Ram 1500 5-1/2 Bed
  The Max Turn Technology feature of your Keystone Cougar basically is a narrower nose that allows better clearance with short bed trucks. But since your truck bed is 5-1/2 feet you still would need a Sidewinder as the added clearance is not going to be quite enough. Your trailer should have a Lippert 1621 pin box so the correct Sidewinder would be the part # RP34FR. I'd still recommend verifying the pin box since you didn't mention the model of your Cougar. For a fifth wheel hitch you'd...
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• Best Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2016 Ram 1500 Short Bed with Air Suspension
  The Reese fifth wheel rail kit part # RP50142-58 is a confirmed fit for your 2016 Ram 1500 short bed with air suspension so it would be your best options. The best slider hitch we offer would be the # DM8550034. What's so great about this hitch is that it automatically slides back in the truck bed as you make tight turns so you would never have to get out and activate the slider.
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• Fitment of Installation Kit for ISR Base Rails for 5th Wheel Hitches and 2018 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel
  Yes, the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches, # RP50142-58 is a confirmed fit for the 2018 Ram 1500 with 5-1/2' bed and EcoDiesel engine option. The kit includes custom brackets, rails and all needed installation hardware.
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• Will Universal 5th Wheel Rail Kit Fit a 2011 Ram 1500 with 5-1/2' Bed
  The Curt Universal Rail Kit # C16200 can essentially be installed on any truck, but Curt does say that the Bracket Kit # C16306 is also required for this to fit on your 2011 Ram 1500. This does still require drilling into the frame of your vehicle so if you'd like to avoid that then you'll want to go with the Reese Custom-Install Kit # RP50142-58. Once you have these rails installed you will either need to use the 13K Demco Hijacker # DM8550040 autosliding 5th wheel hitch, or a stationary...
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Base Rail Bracket Kit for 2012 Ram 1500 with 5.5 Foot Bed
  For your 2012 Ram 1500 with 5.5 foot bed the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP50142-58 is the custom fit. If you use rails from the RP30035 then you simply need the Reese Quick-Install Custom Bracket Kit # RP50142 along with the Replacement Hardware Kit for Fifth Wheel Base Rails # RP58430 to makeup that custom kit. If you already have the # RP30035 kit, then you can simply add the Reese Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer...
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• Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for 2015 Ram 1500
  You will need a custom rail kit for your 2015 Ram 1500. For that you would want the part # RP50142-58. I can't recommend you mix bracket and rail manufacturers so you would need the entire Reese kit. But this is a custom install kit that will minimize drilling and install time.
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Rail Kit For 2015 Ram 1500 5-1/2 Foot Bed With EcoDiesel Engine
  Absolutely. For your 2015 Ram 1500 5-1/2 foot bed with EcoDiesel, I recommend the Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP50142-58. This is a custom kit for your truck that will make installation easier. This will give you standard rails in your truck that will be compatible with the Pullrite 16K super glide hitch. For this short bed, I recommend going with a non-sliding hitch and a Sidewinder to give you the clearance you need. ...
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• Recommendation for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch and Installation Kit for 2011 Dodge Ram 1500
  To determine if the truck can handle the weight of the trailer, check the owners manual or your Ram dealer for the towing capacity and weight carrying capacity of the bed and compare that to the gross trailer weight and pin weight. If you determine the truck can tow the trailer I recommend going with Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30047. Reese is the industry leader in fifth wheel hitches and makes excellent products. This hitch is rated for 16000 lbs. I would also go with custom installation...
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• What Fifth Wheel Rail Kit is Needed to Install Curt Q20 Hitch in Bed of 2019 Ram 1500 Classic
  To install your Curt Q20 fifth wheel hitch # C16530 in the bed of your 2019 Ram 1500 Classic you'd need a set of industry standard fifth wheel rails designed to fit your truck. For that we have the Reese kit part # RP50142-58 which is custom fit for your truck and also is same design Curt hitches fit. A custom install rail kit will minimize drilling and install in much less time than a universal kit so it's what we recommend the highest.
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• Recommendation for Towing 8,000 Pound 5th Wheel Trailer with 2014 Ram 1500
  As long as your 2014 Ram 1500 has a 10,000 pound towing capacity, you will do just fine towing an 8,000 pound fifth wheel trailer. This is comfortably under the truck's limits and you should not have any issues, especially since you only plan on going on a couple trips a year. I just recommend verifying the truck's towing capacity in your copy of the owners manual. If your Ram has a 6-1/2 foot bed, you will want to go with a sliding fifth wheel hitch if you do not have one already. This...
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• Fifth Wheel Rail Install Kit Recommendation for a 2012 Dodge Ram 6 foot Bed
  For your 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 with a 6 foot bed the Reese install kit part # RP50142-58 would be the kit I would recommend. This is a custom fit rail kit that will minimize drilling and install time on your truck. You will need a slider hitch too since you have a short bed truck to be able to make tight turns without cab interference. The Reese 16k part # RP30075 would be a great choice as it' has a jaw system that will provide excellent king pin contact and has a round tube slider which...
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• Fifth Wheel Rail Kit For 2010 Ram 1500 with 5 1/2 Foot Bed
  Yes, the Reese Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP30035-386 will work for your 2010 Ram 1500 with the 16K Reese Kwick slide. There is another option, Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP50142-58. This is a custom kit rather than semi custom and is going to cut down on install time and the amount of drilling. Both kits come with all the components needed, the rails, brackets, and hardware. If...
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Base Rails, Hitch, and Suspension Enhancement for 2017 Ram 1500
  Your 2017 Ram 1500 will do just fine with that Ultra Light 5th wheel trailer with 1200 lb pin weight. Adding the SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs # SSR-307-47 is a wise choice to ensure your truck will travel well when loaded. These springs will absorb road shock and help stabilize your vehicle around turns as well as keeping it from sag. If you don't already have the hitch and rails, then I recommend the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel...
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• Will Pull Rite ISR Hitch Fit Reese Rail Kit part # RP50142-58
  Yes, the Pull Rite ISR hitches are designed to fit industry standard fifth wheel rails like what the Reese Quick-Install Rail Kit part # RP50142-58 you referenced comes with.
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• Slider Hitch and Rail Kit Recommendation for 2016 Ram 1500 with 5-1/2 ft Bed and Air Suspension
  The Demco Hitch part # DM8550040 would be the fifth wheel hitch you would want to tow a trailer with your 2016 Ram 1500 with a 5-1/2 foot bed. It's the only slider hitch available that's going to allow you enough clearance to make a tight turn. For a custom rail kit to use to install the hitch you would then want the part # RP50142-58 by Reese as it is a fit for your truck (even with the air suspension), plus it's also a fit for the Demco hitch.
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• Fifth Wheel Hitch and Rail Kit for 2015 Ram 1500 Short Bed Towing Trailer with Reese Revolution
  Yes, you are correct. Since you are buying a trailer with a Reese Revolution box you would want a stationary hitch since you do not need the slider. The Revolution will provide all of the needed turning clearance. For a stationary hitch the Reese part # RP30047 would be a great option. Then for a rail kit confirmed as a fit the part # RP50142-58 would be what you need as it is a confirmed fit for your 2015 Ram 1500 short bed.
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• Parts Needed to Tow Trailer with Reese Revolution with 2014 Ram 1500 5.5 ft Bed
  Thanks for the info! So what you'd want is a fixed hitch like the Reese 16k hitch part # RP30047 with a custom fit rail kit for your 2014 Ram 1500 5.5 foot bed like part # RP50142-58 plus the wedge part # SWW-03 and you'd have everything needed to use the Reese Revolution of the Forest River Rockwood Signature Ultra Lite you may buy!
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for 2018 Ram 1500 Rebel with 5-1/2 Foot Bed
  Since your 2018 Ram 1500 Rebel has the 5-1/2 foot bed then you will need to go with a fixed 5th wheel hitch on the truck and a pivoting pin box on the trailer in order to gain enough cab clearance to make sharper turns when towing. For your Ram I highly recommend the Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch # RP30047 along with the Quick-Install Base Rail Kit # RP50142-58. This is an excellent hitch that features a 2-Jaw locking system for a really secure connection with the trailer and smooth, quiet...
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• Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for Use with Reese Revolution on Fifth Wheel Trailer
  Since your trailer has a Reese Revolution pin box (which is the best way setup for a truck with as short of a bed as you have), you need a fixed hitch that attaches to a rail kit in four places. The Companion style hitch like you mentioned which attaches through the gooseneck ball shank cannot be used with the Revolution pin boxes. The Reese Select Plus # RP30081 that you referenced would be a great choice but you'd need a rail kit installed in the bed of your truck. If you can get me...
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• 5th Wheel Hitch Install Kit & Sidewinder Pin Box for 5th Wheel Towing with Short Bed 2014 Ram 1500
  We can help you with a 5th wheel install kit for your 2014 Ram 1500 short-bed pickup. While it is true that 5th wheel base rails are standardized we have seen issues when folks try to combine rails from one kit with frame brackets from another, so I suggest you get a whole new install kit. Reese custom install kit # RP50142-58 will give you the easiest time by eliminating much of the drilling required with universal kits. This kit will accept your RBW hitch that is made for industry-standard...
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• Lightest 5th Wheel Hitch With Clean Truck Bed on 2017 Ram Standard Bed Crew Cab
  To give you the clean bed you are looking for, I recommend the Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWGNRK1309-5W and then using the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs # BWRVK3500-5W. This hitch can be installed with the hitch head separate. This will give you the cleanest bed. If you want the lightest option with a clean bed, then I recommend the same gooseneck hitch, but then use the Curt X5 5th Wheel Base Rails...
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• Bed Rails and Hitch Recommendation for Towing a 5th Wheel RV with a 2014 Ram 1500 with RamBox
  Since you have the RamBox kit on your 2014 Ram 1500 you'll need to go with the same setup whether you have a 5-1/2' or a 6-1/2' bed. It's simply because the RamBox sits too close together so the pin box from your 5th wheel trailer will make contact with them unless you use a Sidewinder pin box (which rotates on a turret that sits above your truck bed rails). Let me know what pin box number you have on your camper and I can help you with a replacement. Then for a 5th wheel hitch you'll...
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