Reese 27K M5 5th Wheel Hitch Kit Recommendation for a Dodge Ram 3500 with an 8 Foot Bed

Updated 12/30/2010 | Published 12/29/2010

Question:

Considering purchasing 2011 Dodge 3500 Dually Laramie Longbed Quad Cab - is it possible to install the hitch like Ford does by ping in the bedliner and taking out so the bedliner can be used without the hitch

asked by: Leon M

Expert Reply:

Yes, you would need to get a Reese M5 Series 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - 27,000 lbs, part # RP30922, and a Under-Bed Rail and Installation Kit for Reese Elite Series 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches, part # RP30074.

This is the same style hitch you are referring to that the new Ford trucks have that utilizes a puck system that allows for quick and simple hitch removal.

You will need to remove two 4 inch by 19 inch sections of your bed liner in order to complete this installation, check out the picture to the right to see a diagram I took from the instructions that shows how the bed liner will be modified.

I have attached a link to instructions for the hitch and rails below for you to check out also.

expert reply by: Jameson C