Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
part number: C16130

Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for Ford - Carbide Finish
part number: C16424-204

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• Solution for Curt Q20 Fifth Wheel Hitch with Loud Clunking from Jaws
  
• Since the jaws of your Q20 can't be adjusted or replaced your best solution is going to be a new hitch like with the Curt A20 part # C16140 which is the newer version of what you have now which has a much tighter jaw design that will be quieter and last longer. Instead of the two jaw pieces coming together and just touching each other in the middle the A20 jaw has two pieces that lock together.
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• Recommended 20K 5TH Wheel Trailer Hitch For a 2022 Ram 3500 Long Bed With Turnover Ball and Rails
  
• With already having above bed rails I recommend going with the Curt Q20 # C16130 for your 2022 Ram 3500 long bed.
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• Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation to Use with Curt Turning Point King Pin 2021 Ford F-250
  
• Hey Timothy, basically almost every hitch ASIDE from the Q series Curt hitches like the part # C16130 that you referenced can be used with the Curt Turning Point pin boxes. That's actually one of the reasons Curt updated that line of hitch with the A series. So like the A25 part # C16036 would be a really great option if your 2021 Ford F-250 has the OEM prep package or the part # C77PV for if you do not have the prep package. With either of these you'd need the correct wedge which we
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• Comparing the Curt Q20 and the Curt A20 5th Wheel Hitches.
  
• As far as height adjustability and weight capacities the Curt Q20 # C16130 and the Curt A20 # C16140 are identical. They both have a Gross Towing Weight of 20,000 lbs, a Vertical Load Limit of 5,000 lbs, and a height range of 13-17 inches. When it comes to choosing which one is better, even though they are both excellent choices, I recommend going with the A20 because it has more features. Right off the bat the A20 has interlocking jaws to secure your king pin as opposed to the Q20 jaw
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• Where Does Curt Q20 Fifth Wheel Hitch Have it's Grease Fittings
  
• For the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16130, Curt does recommend that "black graphite grease" be used for the jaw before initial use and every 1,000 miles thereafter. Black graphite grease can usually be obtained at a local auto parts or hardware store and will probably just be labeled as "graphite grease." You can use the grease fitting that is centered in the cast base plate to grease the lower bearing assembly. The fitting is visible while looking down through the jaws in their
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Base Rails for a 2024 GMC Sierra 3500
  
• To add a set of 5th wheel rails to your 2024 GMC Sierra 3500, I recommend the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails item # BWRVK2505. These are made in the USA and fit both the 6-3/4' and 8' bed models. The B&W item # BWRVK2505 rails are industry standard which means they are compatible with your Curt Q20 item # C16130 along with most 5th wheel hitches on the market. The brackets are custom fit and install in pre-existing holes in your Sierra's frame. I have attached a couple
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500
  
• I would be happy to help you. There are two big differences in options for towing a 5th wheel trailer with your 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500. The first and easiest would be if you have the prep package. What that is is a from the factory option that puts four holes in the bed of your Silverado for mounting a 5th wheel hitch (See picture below). This is a factory option only and there is no way to add this with aftermarket parts. With this system on your truck you have two options to install
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• Will Curt Q20 5th Wheel Hitch Work With Reese Elite Underbed Adapter
  
• Yes, so long as you have the Reese Elite rails you can keep your Curt Q20 5th Wheel Hitch # C16130 and use the Underbed Rail and Installation Kit for Reese Elite Series 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP30868.
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• Can A Base Rail Mount Curt Q20 5th Wheel Hitch Be Transferred From A GMC Sierra To A Ford F-350
  
• As long as your Curt Q20 has base rail style feet like part # C16130 and your 2022 Ford F-350 has ISR base rails you'll be able to transfer the hitch over with no issues.
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• Popping Noise Coming From Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch
  
• There are several parts on the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16130 that need greased regularly; one zerk on each side of the head, one zerk in the center of the jaw, and the cam on the locking jaw mechanism. I have attached a photo that shows each of these points for you but also make sure you are using the appropriate grease type as this is important as well. If the issue is still not fixed once you have greased all of the above components then the next thing you will want
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• Adapter Recommendation for a 2011 Ford F350 8 ft bed with Hitch Prep and Husky 16k S
  
• Yes, you would want the Reese Elite Series Underbed Rail Adapter # RP30156. This would work great with your Husky 16k S Glider Hitch like part # HT31326-31196. We have had several customers report back to us this combination worked great for them in a similar truck as your 2011 F350 long bed with hitch prep. I attached a link to a review video for this adapter for you to check out.
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• Will a Curt Q20 5th Wheel Hitch Work with B&W 5th Wheel Rails
  
• Without knowing exactly what Curt Q20 and what base rails you have, I cannot say for sure that it will fit. But more than likely it will be compatible. The Curt Q20 is available for 5th wheel prep packages (puck system) in newer trucks. It is also available with industry standard mounting points like the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16130. If you have the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C16130 which uses industry standard mounting points and base rails similar to the B&W
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• Will Curt Q20 Work With Lippert Turning Point Pin Box
  
• There is a great option for a Curt 5th wheel hitch you can use with your Lippert Turning Point pin box, but the Curt Q20 Fifth Wheel Hitch # C16130 is not compatible. The reason is the head of the Q20 has what is called a "spherical axial bearing" which is really a fancy way of saying it pivots 360 degrees. This means it is not stable enough to work with a rotating pin box such as the Turning Point or a Sidewinder. A very similar hitch that will work with your Turning Point pin box is
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• Recommended Fifth Wheel Hitch and Air Helper Springs for 2012 Ford F250 Diesel
  
• Let's begin with the air helper springs. Firestone offers the Ride Rite Air Helper Spring system, part # F2597. This system is compatible with Diesel engine equipped trucks and will not interfere with fifth wheel frame brackets. If you'd like to be able to adjust the air pressure in the springs with an onboard compressor without needing to leave the cab, you might be interested in the Firestone Level Command, part # F2097. I've linked you to install videos for both the springs and the compressor
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• Are Carriage Bolts used In Center Of Rails For Curt Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
  
• I have attached a drawing from the installation instructions for the rail kit part # C16430-204 you can check out. As you can see in the attached drawing I noted the carriage bolts and where they are located on the rails when installing. Please note the front rail uses 2 longer carriage bolts and the 8 shorter bolts are used in the other rail mounting locations.
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• 5th Wheel Hitch Install Kit Rail Location for 2017 Ford F-250
  
• The actual position of the bed rails can vary according to which manufacturer's frame bracket you're using. Since most folks tend to order the brackets from the same manufacturer as the hitch, I'll assume unless told differently that you're using the Curt # C16428 frame brackets with your Curt bed rails (you always want to ensure that the frame brackets and bed rails are from the same manufacturer so the capacity of the installation isn't compromised). The rails for this kit mount so
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• Curt Fifth Wheel Rail Kit that Fits 2016 Ford F-250
  
• For a set of fifth wheel rails for your 2016 Ford F-250 we have the Curt # C16424-204 which will install easily and minimize drilling. It is also compatible with your Curt Q20 hitch as well.
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• Recommendations For Installing a Lightweight 5TH Wheel Hitch In a 2016 Ford F-250 Long Bed
  
• You are going to need to add rails for your 2016 Ford F-250. Your truck did not come with the factory under bed prep/puck system. I have a couple different options you can consider for carrying a 5th wheel hitch. First is the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit # C16424-204 which will install above bed rails. These are the rails which were traditionally used with most 5th wheels installed in trucks. The above bed rails are always mounted inside the truck but they will allow you to
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• Can A 2011 Ford F-350 SRW Tow A Triple Axle Fifth Wheel Trailer
  
• Air springs do not increase the towing capacity of the vehicle, but simply help support the suspension to get it back to factory ride height. As for the ability to tow a triple axle trailer, you can find your truck's towing capacity in the owner's manual or calculate it on your own. To find your 2011 Ford F-350's towing capacity you'll need to subtract your truck's curb weight from its Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating (GCVWR). The GCVWR is the maximum weight of your loaded truck
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• Dimensions Used to Install Curt Fifth Wheel Rail Kit # C16424-204
  
• When installing the Curt fifth wheel rail kit part # C16424-204 the distance from the rear truck bed edge to the rear of the fron rail is going to be 54-3/16 inches. You'll use the fifth wheel hitch to place the rear rail once you have the front rail positioned. This ensures you install the rear rail perfectly in relation to the front rail.
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• Parts Included with Husky 5th Wheel Hitch Install Kit C16424-204 for 2012 Ford F350
  
• The Curt Custom Base Rail Kit you referenced, part # C16424-204 includes the frame brackets, bed mounted rails, and all necessary hardware to complete the installation. The install kit, less the bed rails is available as part # C16424. If the bed rails off of your old truck are the Curt brand, you can reuse them. We don't recommend using frame brackets and bed rails from differing manufacturers. They have not been tested together, and therefore their weight capacity would be unknown
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• Parts Needed to Install Sliding Curt 5th-Wheel Hitch on 2014 Ford F-250 with Factory Rail Kit
  
• Since your F-250 does have the factory rail kit, all you will need is the Reese Elite Series Underbed Rail Adapter # RP30156. This will mount to the existing rails via the Power Puck system and is compatible with any 5th-wheel hitch that attaches to standard, above-bed base rails such as the Curt Slider # C16541. I've attached a video review of this adapter for you. If you don't have one already, I also recommend adding a 5th-wheel wiring harness like the Curt # C56000. Once installed,
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• 5th Wheel Towing Capacity for 2011 Ford F-350 and Recommended Hitch and Rails
  
• There a quite a few factors that contribute to the actual towing capacity for trucks like the 2011 Ford F-350 that you are looking at such as its engine size, axle ratio, cab size, and drivetrain. I was able to find the towing specs sheet for the 2011 Ford F-350 and its 5th wheel towing capacity can range from as low as 12,300 pounds (6.2L Engine, 3.73 Axle Ratio, Regular Cab, SRW, 4X4) to as high as 22,700 pounds (6.7L Turbo Diesel, 3.73 axle ratio, Regular Cab, DRW, 4X2) and numerous
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• Recommended Air Bags For a 2015 Ford F-350 That Fit With Curt 5TH Wheel Rail Kit
  
• If your 2015 Ford F-350 SRW with the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit # C16424-204 is 4 wheel drive the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Springs # AL88396 is the kit I recommend. Since the maximum payload on your truck is below 5,000lbs it does not help to go to one of the 7,500lb kits. This air lift kit will have internal jounce bumpers that will help to absorb bounce and road shock. If your F-350 is 2 wheel drive the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs #
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• Need 5th Wheel Hitch Installation Kit for 2012 Ford F-250/F-350 Super Duty
  
• We offer both universal-fit and custom-fit 5th wheel installation kits for your 2012 Ford F-250/F-350 Super Duty. The custom kits, such as the Curt # C16424-204 that you referenced, require less drilling and will save you considerable installation time as compared to universal kits. This part will work with both 6-3/4-foot and 8-foot bed lengths. The kit includes under-bed brackets, hardware and base rails that will work with compatible industry standard 5th wheel hitches from Curt,
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• Base Rail Kit for PullRite #4100 5th Wheel Hitch on a 2013 Ford F-250 Super Duty
  
• It looks like the 16K SuperGlide #4100 you have comes with 2 different mounting options; industry standard base rails (also known as ISR) or the SuperRails (unique rails by PullRite). If your 5th wheel hitch installs using the ISR setup then I recommend going with the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit # C16424-204 if your tow vehicle is the 2013 Ford F-250 you had in our fitguide system. If it isn't this vehicle just let me know what the year/make/model is for your truck and I can
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• Fifth Wheel Install Bracket/Rail Kit for 2016 Ford F-250
  
• The Curt # C16424-204 is a confirmed fit for your 2016 Ford F-250. The rails provided with the kit are compatible with industry standard fifth wheel leg spacing, like what your Husky/Valley hitch uses. I've linked the installation instructions as well an install video for you. If you'd like to install a 7-way trailer connector into the bed of your truck, you can do so using part # 50-97-410. I'll also link to an install video for that, as well.
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• Are The Curt 5TH Wheel Rails For 2015 F-250 Compatible With Pull-Rite SuperGlide?
  
• Yes, the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit # C16424-204 for your 2015 Ford F-250 will allow you to use the Pull-Rite SuperGlide 2700ISR. I do recommend the Hopkins Endurance 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness # 41157 be installed at the same time. This way you can plug the 7-way into your bed.
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• 5TH Wheel Rail Kits and Hitches For a 2016 Ford F-350 Without Factory Prep/Puck System
  
• You will have several options for mounting a 5th wheel hitch in your 2016 Ford F-350. First is the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for Ford # C16424-204. This system gives you rails that will mount inside your bed and accept either a Sliding Hitch # C16541 for a short bed or Fixed Hitch # C16130 for a long bed. This system does mean that you will have the rails that are always in your bed which can be a hassle if you do slide things in and out of you bed a lot. Next is the
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• Installation Instructions for Curt Custom 5th Wheel Install Kit for Ford # C16424-204
  
• Thank you for your recent order for 5th wheel components. The written installation instructions for the custom Ford kit you purchased, part # C16424-204, have been sent to you in a separate email message. The front base rail (the one nearest the cab) should be positioned so that its rear-facing edge is 54-3/16-inches from the rear edge of the truck bed. Once this front rail is positioned you can use the mounting tabs on the hitch base assembly to determine the correct location for the
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• Does Curt Fifth Wheel Rail Kit have Capacity for 20k Fifth Wheel Hitch
  
• The Curt fifth wheel rail kit part # C16424-204 that you referenced will easily be able to handle a 20k fifth wheel hitch. Curt has stated that this rail kit (and their others) will have basically whatever weight capacity the hitch that is installed in the rail kit will have.
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• Does Curt Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Come with Pins that Hold Hitch to Rails
  
• The Curt fifth wheel rail kit part # C16424-204 does not come with the pins that hold a hitch to them, but the hitch you order will have those. I attached an install video for this rail kit for you to check out as well.
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• Best 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2016 Ford F-250
  
• The Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit part # C16424-204 you have installed on your 2016 Ford F-250 will accept any brand (Reese, Pro-Series, Husky, Etc.) that uses industry standard mounting rails. However, there can sometimes be an issue with the rails aligning properly so I recommend sticking with Curt and using the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # C16541 if you have the 6-1/2" bed or part # C16140 if you have the 8' bed. The Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch is my favorite
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• Fifth Wheel installation Kit And Hitch For 2015 Ford F-250 Super Duty 6 3/4 Bed
  
• The Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for Ford - Gloss Finish # C16424-104 will fit the Ford F-250, F-350, and F-450 from 2011-2016 that have a 6 1/2' bed and an 8' bed. Unfortunately, this is not a fit for you 2015 Ford-250 Super Duty with a 6 3/4' bed. However, the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for Ford # C16424-204 is a fit for your Ford F-250 Super Duty. If you need a 5th wheel hitch, the Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Roller # 16516, is a fit for your truck
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• Recommended Hardware For Curt Custom Base Rail Kit for 2011-2016 Ford Super Duty
  
• For the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for Ford - Carbide Finish # C16424-204 we don't have the bracket hardware available apart from the Curt Custom 5th Wheel Bracket Kit for Ford # C16424. We do however have the Replacement Hardware for Curt Universal 5th Wheel Installation Kit - 10 Bolt # C16111 for the rails.
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