Reese 5th Wheel Under Bed Brackets Only for a 2013 Ford F-150

Updated 07/27/2015 | Published 07/25/2015

Question:

do i need to use Reese bracket or can i use other. I have a 2013 f 150 with Reese 30049 hitch and rails . which brackets do I use.

asked by: Tim

Expert Reply:

We do not recommend mixing under bed brackets with above the bed rails from different manufacturers because they are not tested together and there could be some compatibility issues, though not likely.

Since you already have the Reese rails I would stick with the Reese brackets as well, # RP50081. These brackets come with the hardware to attach them to the truck frame but you will need to add hardware kit # RP58430 to attach the rails to the brackets. The old hardware, if you still have it, should not be used because it is meant to be torqued down only once.

expert reply by: Michael H