List of 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches that Fit Directly in Factory Puck System in 2017 Ram 3500 Long Bed

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Can you tell me all of the 5th wheel hitches that fit the 4 pucks from the factory in my 2017 Ram 3500 long bed?

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I will be happy to help. There are numerous options for 5th wheel trailer hitches that will fit directly into the factory prep package on your 2017 Ram 3500 long bed. Below is a list of the options. I have also linked videos for each of the hitches.

You can use:
B&W Companion hitch # BWRVK3600 rated for 25,000 pounds
Curt 25K hitch # C16049
Curt 24K hitch # C16545-16021
Curt 20K hitch # C16530-16021 or # C16044
Curt 16K hitch # C16520-16021
Reese 20K hitch # RP30918

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

To a certain extent, this is completely normal and should be expected since the trailer and the vehicle are not one piece; the connection between the two isn't perfect, so it's inevitable that there's some slop between them. You could…

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The Reese Elite/Signature series 5th wheel hitches like the 18K model #RP30142 and the 26K model #RP30871 are made specifically for the Ford factory 5th wheel prep package. As you noted these hitches will not fit into the similar puck system in the…

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There is a difference in the thickness of the material used to build the center sections for the Reese M5 #RP30918 and Reese M5 #RP37FR as well which as the additional bolt in the 27k.

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Curt and Reese both make exceptional 5th wheel hitches and you really wouldn't go wrong with a hitch from either of these manufacturers. Since you have the factory puck system I recommend first narrowing down your options to hitches that will…

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I spoke to my contact at Reese and you have a couple options. If you wanted to use your current hitch in your new truck you will need to upgrade the slider of it to the #RP50024. Or, if you have a short bed truck and need the slider for tight turns,…

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There are several 5th wheel hitches that will fit nicely onto your 2021 Ram 2500, however, the Reese Elite Series 5th Wheel unfortunately does not have a way to pair up to your vehicle. Reese has designed the Elite hitches to work with Ford puck…

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If you used a Reese Goose Box 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Air Ride Coupler Adapter like part #RP85FR on the 2020 Avalanche 321RS then you would have the same amount of clearance for turning that you have now because its a direct replacement for existing…

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Answer 9

A properly set up Reese Revolution/Sidewinder (they are the same thing), would not be a setup that would be prone to chucking. Especially with either of the two hitches you referenced, #RP30918 and #BWRVK3600. These hitches are amount the nicest on…

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Answer 10

Thanks for the purchase of the Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Ram Towing Prep Package #RP30918, and the pivot assemblies do not need to be greased before your first trip. What you can do is grease them before the start of each season, and…

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On the Reese M5 #RP30918, you are correct that the small circle above the jaws is a grease fitting. According to Reese you will need a grease gun like part #L30132 with a grease needle adapter, which is available at most parts stores.

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Answer 12

What you're wanting to do is possible, but it won't be inexpensive. Unfortunately, the upgrade won't involve just a new set of legs, you'll need a new center section as well as the hitch version that fits the Ford OEM and the Ram OEM…

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