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• Can I Tow A Fifth Wheel With A 2020 Ram 2500 With Ram Boxes?
  Hello Rhys, I can definitely help with this. First, I will start by saying that trucks with the Rambox really are not ideal for towing a 5th wheel camper. It can be done, however I cannot recommend using the Turnoverball, offset ball and goosebox combination that you mentioned. The issue with Ram Box is that it limits the ability of the pin box to rotate in the truck bed. This will drastically decrease your turning clearance and the goosebox would not clear the Ram box on turns. The only...
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• Recommended 5th Wheel Rail Kit for a 2022 Ram 2500 w/out the Factory Tow Package
  Hey John, thanks for the picture of your truck bed! To install a set of 5th wheel rails in your 2022 Ram 2500, I recommend the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails item # BWRVK2602. This set of rails are industry standard so they'll work great with your PullRite SuperGlide 5th Wheel Hitch item # PUL93RR. The brackets are custom fit and install in pre-existing holes in your Ram's frame. This kit includes all the necessary hardware to get the brackets and rails installed. I've linked...
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• 2018 Ram 2500 with Rambox and the Sidewinder Pinbox
  That you are looking at the B&W options for 5th wheel hitches is great; they are possibly the best manufacturer of hitches currently on the market. We can get you set up for proper hauling of a 5th wheel with your Rambox equipped 2500 series Ram however, the use of the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3400-5W that you have listed is not the way to go with a Sidewinder pinbox. If you do not have the factory installed puck system in your 2018 Ram 2500, that is not...
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• How to Determine Clearance for Gooseneck Hitch on 2016 Dodge Ram 2500
  You need to use the following calculation to find if you have enough clearance: (A + B) - C = Clearance A = Distance from the gooseneck ball to the truck cab B = Offset used C = Width of the nose of the trailer divided by 2. So your A is 35" and C is 48" which means right now Clearance = -13". You really want A to be 4" more than C so in this case you need a 17" offset. Even if you combine an offset ball with an offset adapter you aren't going to be able to get to 17" or even 13". The...
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• Recommended In Bed 7-Way Connector for a 2021 Ram 2500
  Welcome back Rick! To make towing with a 5th wheel easier, I recommend adding the Mighty Cord 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Wiring Harness item # A10-7007. This harness puts a 7-way connector in the bed of your Ram 2500 and allows you to keep the one on your bumper. It connects directly to the factory wiring harness and will install in that cutout you were talking about. I linked an installation video below so you can see how to get it set up. Where you able to get the 5th wheel brackets you...
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• Recommended B&W 5th Wheel Hitch For 2015 Ram 2500 With RamBox
  There is a B&W Companion 5th Wheel Hitch that will work in your 2015 Ram 2500 W/ RamBox but it will require your truck to have the OEM Prep Package. The correct model is # BWRVK3600. If your truck does not have the OEM Prep Package then you will need to use a different hitch. A great option is the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # BWRVK3255 and the correct rail kit for the install is B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2602 which is confirmed...
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• Installing Rail Kit And 5th Wheel Hitch In A 2022 Dodge Ram 2500
  Hello Mark, thanks for reaching out. An Andersen hitch can indeed be used on a 2022 Ram 2500 without the OEM prep package. You will need to install a rail kit in order to use a 5th wheel hitch, and for a rail kit I recommend the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # BWRVK2602. This is a full install kit, so you get brackets, hardware and rails. It is recommended to use a slider on trucks with a short bed. For long bed trucks a fixed hitch will do fine. If this Ram 2500 is a short...
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• How Can I Install a B&W Patriot in a 2020 Dodge Ram 2500? What B&W Hitches Will Work?
  Hello Sherm, It depends on whether your 2020 Dodge Ram 2500 has the OEM Prep Package (also known as the puck system) in the bed of the truck. I’m assuming you have an 8' bed since you were looking at a stationary hitch rather than a slider (if it’s a 6-3/4' bed, it’s usually recommended to go with a slider hitch to help with sharp turns). It sounds like you might already have the hitch and are looking to install it in the truck. If that’s the case and you do have the puck system, you’ll...
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• Is Hitch Height of B and W Patriot Slider Hitch a Major Concern When Towing
  Normally a great deal of height adjustment is not needed with fifth wheel hitches. There are some really well known hitches that don't offer any adjustment at all. The height range of the B and W Patriot part # BWRVK3270 is 17-19 inches which typically is all that's needed. Also you can adjust the height of the pin box on the trailer for further adjustment so additional height adjustment is available. Since you don't have a trailer yet and the fact that height range is pretty rarely an...
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• Is There an Underbed 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2021 Ram 2500 with RamBox
  I do have an option for you but we don't offer any underbed mounting solutions for a 2021 Ram 2500 with RamBox. Instead, I recommend the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # BWRVK3255 with the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part # BWRVK2602. This is an excellent setup that will provide you with a quality hitch and a mostly bolt-on install kit. It will work great with the Curt Turning Point when used with the Custom Wedge for B&W Fifth Wheels...
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• 5th Wheel Hitch Recommendation For A 2024 Ram 2500 Short Bed
  Hello Jamie, thanks for reaching out. Since your 2024 Ram 2500 is a short bed, I do recommend that you go with a sliding 5th wheel hitch. The slider is to help with clearance on tight turns or when backing up into a tight parkign spot. If your Ram truck has the OEM puck system in the bed, I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider for Ram Towing Prep Package # BWRVK3670. The Companion hitch is a super solid hitch made here is the USA. The slider is smooth and...
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• 5th Wheel Hitch for 2016 Ram 2500 With RamBox
  Hi Tony; with the RamBox on your 2016 Ram 2500 you won't be using a sliding hitch because of clearance. The recommended setup is a fixed 5th wheel hitch and then a Sidewinder like # RP34FR. This will keep your pin box from hitting and causing damage. If you have the puck system I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package # BWRVK3600. If you do not have the prep package I still recommend the Companion but you will need to install above bed rails # BWRVK2602...
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• Fifth Wheel Rail Kit for 2018 Ram 2500 to Use with Reese 5th Wheel Hitch
  Hey Dan, yes the Reese hitch you mentioned can be installed in the bed of your 2018 Ram 2500. All you need is the correct rail kit custom fit for your truck which would be the part # BWRVK2602 if the truck doesn't have the OEM puck kit. If you do have the OEM pucks you'd need the rail kit adapter part # RP30154 instead to provide the type of rails that the hitch requires.
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• Will the 5th Wheel Mounting Brackets on a 2020 Ram 2500 6.4 Hemi Mount on a 2014 Ram 2500 Diesel?
  It is possible that your industry standard rail system in your 2020 Ram 2500 may fit in your 2014 Ram 2500 Diesel but without knowing which brand or part number you have I can not say for certain. You will want to use all new hardware if you are able to transfer the kit over. Below are the 5th wheel industry standard rail kits that fit both of your trucks: Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches item # RP56009-53 Reese Quick-Install...
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• Looking For The Installation Rails For A B And W Patriot On A 2002 Chevy 2500 HD Long Bed
  Hey Brian, We have the frame brackets and the rails for the B and W Patriot and your vehicle! If you JUST need the rails you wanna go with # BWRVR3210 for that hitch. If you need the frame brackets as well for your vehicle we have # BWRVR2500 which is a custom fit for your 2002 Chevy. That is going to make it a no drill install to the frame. Are you needing both for that vehicle or just the rails?
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• Curt CrossWing or Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch for a 2021 Ram 2500
  If you are wanting something light weight then the Curt CrossWing Lightweight 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch item # C86JR is the right hitch for you. The CrossWing weighs in at 87 lbs. The main concern with using the CrossWing on your 2021 Ram 2500 is that you have the shorter 6-1/2' bed. This hitch does have a 5" offset that pushes the connection point back towards your tailgate but depending on how large the nose is on your Keystone Montana you may have issues turning and backing. What I recommend...
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• What Rails Are Needed To Install A PullRite SuperGlide 5th Wheel Hitch In A 2022 Ram 2500
  The cab size really doesn't matter as much as the length of the bed when determining the compatibility of a 5th wheel trailer hitch. Since you have a short bed you will need a sliding hitch, like the PullRite SuperGlide you referenced, in order to gain enough clearance to make a 90 degree turn. The only thing you need is some rails to mount the hitch to in your bed. If your hitch is compatible with ISR (Industry Standard Rails) then you can use the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base...
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• Recommended Base Rail Kit For A PullRite SuperGlide 2700 5th Wheel Hitch In A 2021 Ram 2500
  To mount your Pullrite SuperGlide 2700 5th Wheel Hitch to the bed of your 2022 Ram 2500 with a 6.5' bed you'll need the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWRVK2602. This custom fit kit will require no drilling into the frame to install, which will save you quite a bit of time and frustration. These rails are compatible with models with factory Air Suspension systems but are not compatible with models with RamBoxes. I've attached a video below where...
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• 5th Wheel Industry Standard Rails, ISR, for 2017 Ram 2500
  For your 2017 Ram 2500, I recommend the B&W Custom Installation Kit, # BWRVK2602. This custom-fit bracket kit lets you mount to existing holes in your vehicle's frame to minimize drilling and measuring. This will reduce installation time and also avoids known obstacles along your truck's frame. Please note the linked installation video below. The overall length 5th wheel rails is different from manufacturer to manufacturer and specific part number. There is not a universal length....
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• Recommended Fifth Wheel Setup For A 2019 Ram 2500 Without Puck System
  Hey Evan, I can definitely help set you up. Your 2019 Ram 2500 is a short bed, right? If so, I highly recommend the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3270. You will also need the Installation Rail Kit # BWRVK2602. The slider is recommended for short bed trucks to help with clearance on tight turns. Long bed trucks will use the non slider version # BWRVK3255 along with the same # BWRVK2602 rail kit. I really like the B&W hitches for a few reasons. The dual-jaw design...
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• Does 2018 Ram 2500 Short Bed Need Slider 5th Wheel Hitch to Tow Keystone Cougar 24RDS
  You would not need a slider hitch because your Keystone Cougar 24RDS has an extended pin box as well as a tapered nose to the body of the trailer and the short bed of your 2018 Ram 2500 is on the longer side as it measures 6-1/2 feet. So based on that you could get away without needing a slider hitch and could use a fixed hitch like the Reese # RP46FR that you referenced or the # RP30047 which is still available. Now for a rail kit that works with that hitch and is custom fit for your...
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• Compatibility of the RBW Little Rocker 5th Wheel Hitch with B&W Custom Base Rails for 2017 Ram 2500
  The RBW Little Rocker 5th wheel hitch is designed to mount to industry standard rails. The B&W Custom Base Rails, # BWRVK2602, are above the bed 5th wheel industry standard rails. The RBW hitch will work well with these base rails on your 2017 Ram 2500 truck.
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• Is A Sliding Hitch Needed For Towing A 5th Wheel With A 2019 Ram 2500 With 6-1/2' Bed
  We always recommend either a sliding hitch or rotating pin box for any bed lengths under 8' to ensure 90 degree turning clearance. You can still pull your 2022 Jayco Eagle 321RSTS with your 6-1/2' bed but you run the risk of the nose of the 5th wheel coming into contact with the cab of your Ram when making tight turns. For your 2019 Ram 2500 I recommend the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # BWRVK3270 along with the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel...
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• Can Ram Truck with RamBoxes Tow Fifth Wheel Trailer
  The Ram trucks that have the Ramboxes are a bit of a challenge to tow a fifth wheel trailer with the issue is not the height of the bed rails so much as it is the width of the bed rails. Since they are much wider and make the truck bed quite a bit narrower there isn't enough room for the pin box of the fifth wheel trailer to pivot out when making turns. The pin box of the trailer would hit the Ramboxes before a sharp turn could be made which is why the only solution is to install a Sidewinder...
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