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

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• Can a Slider 5th Wheel Hitch Be Used on a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with 5.8 Foot Bed
  I do have an option for you but a manual sliding 5th wheel hitch like the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # 16516 will not allow for proper turning clearance between the cab of the truck and loft of the trailer while executing a 90 degree turn on a truck with a bed shorter than 6-1/2' long. In order to obtain sufficient clearance you will need to use a fixed 5th wheel hitch and a rotating pin box. For a fixed 5th wheel hitch I recommend the Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part #...
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• Reese 5th Wheel Bracket Install Kit for 2016 Chevy Silverado 2500HD
  We can help you with just the Reese frame brackets for 5th wheel base rail installation in your 2016 Chevy Silverado 2500HD with 6-1/2-foot bed and without the factory rail kit. For just the frame bracket and frame hardware kit you can use part # RP50066. For hardware to attach the rails to the brackets use # RP58504. The complete base rail, bracket and hardware kit is part # RP50066-58.
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Rails and Hitch for 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 5.5 Bed for Reese Revolution Pin Box
  A Reese Revolution is the equivalent of the Reese Sidewinder. The Revolution is the factory installed option and the Sidewinder is the very similar aftermarket option. For a 5-1/2 foot bed, a sliding hitch will not work, so the Revolution or Sidewinder route is the only option to provide you with turning clearance. The really good news is that is by far the ideal option even if you had a longer bed truck. For your 2018 GMC Sierra 1500, I recommend you start with the Reese Quick-Install...
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• Best Fifth Wheel Hitch Available for 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD
  It seems like you are looking for the best fifth wheel hitch available, and if that is the case the answer is the B&W Companion # BWRVK3400-5W, which would mount in the bed of your 2006 GMC Sierra 2500HD with the Underbed Installation Kit # BWGNRK1067-5W, which also acts as a heavy-duty gooseneck hitch. The Companion is considered by many to be the highest-quality fifth wheel hitch available. With more than 400 reviews from customers who have purchased it, the Companion has gotten a...
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Towing with 2008 Chevy 2500 Duramax Weight Capacities
  For your 5th wheel towing, I recommend the 2008 Chevy 2500 with the 6.6L V8 Duramax which based on the cab and bed length as well as drive axle will have different towing limits. I've listed them below: 2500 Reg Cab Long Bed (LB) 4WD--15,500 2500 Reg Cab LB 2WD--15,800 2500 Ext Cab Std Bed 2WD--15,400 2500 Ext Cab Std Bed 4WD --14,300 2500 Ext Cab LB 2WD--15,000 2500 Ext Cab LB 4WD--13,400 2500 Club Cab (CC) Std Bed 2WD--15,200 2500 CC Std Bed 4WD--13,600 2500 CC LB 2WD--14,400 2500...
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• Can B and W Patriot Fifth Wheel Hitch Be Used in Bed of 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  Yes, you can install the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3270 in the bed of your 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 as long as you install a set of fifth wheel rails in the bed of your truck like the Reese custom install kit part # RP50064-58. This rail kit is custom fit to your truck so it will install easy and also provides a set of fifth wheel rails that are compatible with this hitch.
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• 5th Wheel Hitch for Clean Bed Once Removed on a 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 Short Bed
  If you are wanting to keep the bed of your 2003 Chevy Silverado 1500 clean then I highly recommend using the B&W Companion # BWRVK3400-5W because it mounts in the B&W Gooseneck Hitch # BWGNRK1059-5W. Instead of having bed rails in the bed of your truck you just have the gooseneck hitch ball receiver and safety chain loops as you can see in the attached photo. The Companion is made right here in the USA, has a 20,000 lb weight capacity (which is more than your pickup), 17" - 19" of height...
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• Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for a 2008 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Short Bed
  To install a fifth wheel hitch in the bed of your 2008 Chevy Silverado all you need is a fifth wheel rail kit. One route is to go with a universal kit like the part # RP30035 that has been confirmed as a fit for your truck. Or you can go with a custom install kit that will minimize drilling and install time like the part # RP50064-58. This would be the route I would recommend. I attached an install video for you to check out as well.
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• 5th Wheel Frame Brackets Only for a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500
  You can get just brackets and hardware without the rails for your 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. But I strongly advise against mixing bracket and rail manufacturers because compatibility could be an issue and because the parts are not tested together. For custom brackets you could use # RP50064. You will need some additional hardware though, # RP58504, since the bracket kit does not come with the same hardware that is included with the full kit, # RP50064-58. I have linked a video showing an...
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• 5th Wheel Base Rail and Installation Kit for 2004 Chevy Silverado 2500 With 8 Foot Bed
  The installation kit I strongly recommend for your 2004 Chevy Silverado 2500 with an 8 foot bed is the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # RP50064-58 because it does not require any drilling into your frame rails to install. This is not only great for your truck but also means the installation is going to be simpler and take much less time than a universal kit. Using this kit will benefit you whether you are doing the install yourself (saving hours) or having a professional...
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• Fifth Wheel Hitch and Rail Kit for a 2006 GMC Sierra Short Bed with Fuel Tank in Bed
  For a custom install rail kit for your 2006 the part # RP50064-58 should work well for you. When installed the center of the fifth wheel rails will end up being 1-1/2 inches forward of the axle. Since the span between the fifth wheel rails is 22 inches and you have 22 inches from the back of the fuel tank to the axle you would have enough clearance. The Slider hitch part # RP30075 would also fit well as it does not extend beyond the front rail when installed.
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• Best Way to Tow a Fifth Wheel Trailer with a 2015 GMC Sierra 1500 with 5-1/2 foot Bed
  The absolute best solution that I can recommend for you would be a bit of an elaborate solution. But for towing a fifth wheel trailer with a truck with a 5-1/2 foot bed it's honestly the only viable solution. You are going to need to replace your B and W gooseneck hitch with a set of fifth wheel rails so that you can use a stationary hitch and a Sidewinder pin box on your trailer. It is the only way you'll be able to make tight turns. Sidewinders are pin box specific so you will first...
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• Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for a 2007 Chevy Silverado 1500HD
  Yes, the fifth wheel rail install kit part # RP50064-58 that you referenced has been confirmed as a fit for your 2007 Chevy Silverado 1500 so it would work well for you. The included rails of this kit are compatible with some RBW hitches (like the lil rocker) so it could work well with your hitch too. You would need to compare the rails to the ones in the picture I attached. I attached an install video for this rail kit for you to check out as well.
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• Will Reese 5th Wheel Slider Trailer Hitch 30047A Fit Install Kit 30035 on 2001 Chevy Silverado 2500
  Yes, your Reese 5th wheel slider hitch 30047A fits in industry standard rails which is what is included with installation kit # RP30035. I have linked the instructions for the installation kit for you. If you wanted to go with a custom fit installation kit use # RP50064-58. The hitch will also fit these rails and custom kits require much less drilling compared to the universal kit and they install faster as well. I have linked a video showing installation of the custom kit for you.
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• Differences Between Reese and Curt Fifth Wheel Rails for a 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500HD
  For a set of fifth wheel rails confirmed to fit your 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500HD it's hard to beat the price of the Curt rails part # C16418-204 that you referenced. Curt says these will take 4 hours to install and the more expensive Reese part # RP50064-58 would take 4 hours to install. Realistically they both would take about the same time as they are pretty similar. The easiest kit to install would be the Reese Outboard rails part # RP56007-53 which are the most expensive but they...
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• Looking for Strength in a Custom 5th Wheel Hitch Install Kit for a 2008 Chevrolet Truck
  I would recommend going with the Reese Fifth Wheel Installation Kit, item # RP50064-58, for your 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500, because it is the best selling kit, and replacement parts are easily available if needed. We have instructions, see link, and an installation video that should be helpful when installing the kit on your truck, see link. Both the Reese kit and the Curt Fifth Wheel Installation Kit, item # C16418-104, are designed for capacities exceeding the towing capacity of...
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• Which is Better the Reese # RP30081 20K 5th Wheel Hitch or the Pro Series # PS30119 Hitch
  The Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, item # RP30081, has a longer warranty and added features like a larger 9 inch wide funnel and and higher height adjustment for faster, easier hookup, and a single piece self latching jaw to ensure proper connection to the trailers king pin. Other than that, the hitches are very similar, and they are both capable of towing up to 20,000 pounds if your Silverado is rated for a trailer that large. I would go with the Reese, # RP30081, hitch for the added...
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• Custom 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Install Kit for Pullrite Hitch in 2002 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD
  A custom install kit that fits your 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD with a 6-1/2 foot bed is part # RP50064-58. I've linked a video of the install as well. Your Pullrite hitch will fit just fine in these Reese rails as long as it's designed for industry standard rails. There are different models of Pullrite hitches and some of them are for the standard rails and others are for rails that are specific to Pullrite hitches. We don't carry the Pullrite-specific rails if that's what you need.
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• 5th Wheel Install Kit for a Valley/Husky 7054 5th Wheel Hitch and 2001 Chevy Silverado 3500
  The Valley/Husky 7054 5th wheel trailer hitch fits in industry standard above the bed rails. For a kit that fits both the hitch and your 2001 Chevy Silverado 3500 I recommend Reese custom kit # RP50064-58. This custom kit minimizes the amount of drilling needed for installation so it is easier to install and takes less time. I have linked a video showing an example installation for you. For an in-bed 7-Way you can use # 41157. It plugs in line with the factory 7-Way connector. I have...
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• Fifth Wheel Hitch, Part # 30051 and Install Kit, Part # 50041-6008 for 2005 Chevy Short Bed Pickup
  I would recommend the Reese 16K Fifth Wheel Hitch with Slider, part # 30051 as well as the vehicle specific installation brackets, part # RP50064-58. The hitch will be more than enough to handle the weight of your trailer, and the install brackets can cut up to 50 percent off of the install time when compared to using a universal rail kit.
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• 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Kit for a 2008 GMC Sierra 1500 Short Bed
  You can install a 5th wheel trailer hitch in a 1/2 ton truck although the best trucks for 5th wheel towing are 3/4 and 1 tons. As long as the trailer is within the towing capacity of the truck (consult the truck owners manual) you will be fine. There are custom kits and universal kits available for your 2008 GMC Sierra 1500. A custom kit is easier to install, takes less time, and requires less drilling. You can use # RP50064-58 for a custom installation kit. I have included a link to...
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• What Rail Kit Do I Need to Use the Reese 30046 Hitch on a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500
  Yes, the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails part # RP50064-58 is exactly what you need to use the Reese 15K 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch 30046 on your 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. However, according to my research the Reese 15K 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch 30046 is a fixed 5th wheel hitch and since you have a short bed truck, you will need to use a sliding hitch to obtain sufficient clearance for sharp, 90 degree turns unless you are also using a rotating pin box or your...
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• Recommended 5th Hitch and Pin Box for Towing Jayco Eagle with 2008 Silverado 2500HD Short Bed
  I will assume that your 2008 Silverado 2500HD has the 6-1/2 foot bed. The pin box of a fifth wheel trailer is the extension that comes off of the underside of the trailer loft. The king pin that locks into the jaws of the fifth wheel hitch extends from the bottom of the pin box. I have edited a photo for you showing these parts. For a 6-1/2 foot bed, we typically recommend using a sliding fifth wheel hitch to provide the proper clearance between the front of the trailer loft and the...
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• Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Short Bed
  For your 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD we have the Reese rail kit part # RP50064-58 as the best option. This is a custom install kit that will minimize drilling and install time when compared to a universal kit. It is also compatible with diesel engines as well.
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• Custom Fifth Wheel Rails and Brackets for 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500
  There is a custom bracket kit available for your 2018 Chevy Silverado 1500, but the Reese # RP56001-53 will not fit. Instead you can use the Reese Custom Installation Kit # RP50064-58, which is a fit for your truck. These brackets will not require drilling into your Silverado's frame and will give you the base rails needed to mount a fifth wheel hitch in your truck bed. I've added a pair of links to installation videos on this product for you to take a look at.
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• Recommendations for Less Chucking On Cougar 5th Wheel with Lippert 1621 Pin Box and 2016 GMC 1500
  For your 2016 GMC 1500 with 5-1/2 Foot Bed, the B&W Gooseneck along with the B&W Companion are not a fit for your truck. If you have the 6-1/2 foot bed, then they are confirmed to fit. With a 5-1/2 foot bed, it is strongly recommended to use a fixed hitch and a Sidewinder pin box replacement to give you the turning clearance. A Sidewinder cannot be used with a Gooseneck hitch and adapter. Here are your options: 1- Remove the gooseneck hitch and install bed rails like the Reese...
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• Installing a RBW 15k Lil Rocker Fifth Wheel Hitch on a 2004 GMC Sierra 2500
  Okay, there are few things you should consider. First, the custom brackets kit # RP50064-58, is a custom fit for the 2004 GMC Sierra 2500 with an 8 foot bed. Second, if he has the Classic body style, he will need to drill one hole. If he has the New Body style, he will need to drill two holes. This kit is complete with both rails and frame brackets. The RBW will fit nicely into both RBW and Reese rails. The RBW rails your customer has may not fit well with Reese frame brackets. It is...
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• Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 for RBW Little Rocker
  For your 2017 Chevy Silverado 1500 our rail kits like the Reese part # RP50064-58 are a confirmed fit for the truck and are the same rail design as what your RBW Lil Rocker is designed to fit. So this rail kit would work well for you. This kit is a custom install rail kit which means it will install in half the time (or less), than a universal kit and will minimize drilling when compared to a universal kit like the part # RP30035 which is also a fit for your truck.
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