Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch for a 2017 Ram 2500 with Rambox

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Good afternoon. I am in the process of purchasing a 2017 Ram 2500 with Ramboxes. The question I have for you. Is it possible to tow a fifth wheel trailer. I am just wondering if you could tell me what I would exactly need in order to set this up. Also. I plan on pulling a fifth wheel down the road. No anytime soon. We currently have a pull behind however am I just better off without the boxes and go for the factory install of the fifth wheel set up. Thanks for your time.

asked by: Ed S

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Yes, it is possible to tow a 5th wheel trailer with a 2017 Ram 2500 with RamBoxes. However, because of the of the RamBox feature not all 5th wheel products are compatible.

In my opinion, I personally would not get the RamBox feature.The boxes will limit your hitch options and what components that are available will increase the over all expense of a 5th wheel hitch for a Ram with RamBoxes installed.

I recommend getting the factory prep package without the RamBox. For this application, I recommend the B&W Companion OEM 5th Wheel Hitch, # BWRVK3670. This B&W hitch has a 20K weight capacity and will mount right to the Ram's Prep Package with no extra installation kit. This hitch is also a slider hitch that will allow you the clearance to make sharp turns with a short bed truck.

For proper 5th wheel operation with RamBox feature, the use of a Sidewinder pin box on a 5th wheel trailer is recommended to prevent the pin box from contacting the RamBox sides. If using the Sidewinder, you will need to use a fixed 5th wheel hitch like the Pro Series # RP30154 with # RP50054-58 Underbed Kit and Base Rails.

The Sidewinder hitch, like # RP34FR, is specific to the type of OEM pin box installed on the trailer. To determine which Sidewinder you will need, you will need to get the model and part number of the pin box of the ID placard that is located on the pin box. Once you have identified your pin box's part number, contact us and we will be able to help find the correct Sidewinder that will fit your trailer.

I linked a few help articles and product videos for you to review.

expert reply by: Jared P

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Answer 1

The Reese Goose Boxes like the 20K Air Ride #RP85FR referenced in your question are pin box specific. This means they are designed to replace specific pin box models on the trailer so you will want to first make sure that it will be compatible. This…

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Answer 2

Hey Jay. It sounds like you are on the right track here because a sidewinder pin box will be your only option for pulling your 5th wheel since you have a short bed truck with the Rambox. That said, you are right that the Reese Sidewinder cannot be…

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Answer 3

I have a solution for you, however, the newly-updated Curt A-Series Fifth Wheel Hitches are NOT compatible with Reese Sidewinders, and they haven't been confirmed to fit other rotating pin boxes either. For this reason, I recommend to a Curt…

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Answer 4

That's a good question because it can be confusing, but the Curt Q16 fifth wheel hitch technically no longer exists, as it was discontinued and replaced by the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #C16120. The A16 hitch used to be compatible with a…

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Answer 5

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 6

Hey Micah! Pacbrake has actually been around for a long time, more than 60 years. We have had customers ask for these air bags in the past, and we've seen them on vehicles coming in. Until now, Firestone has been the go to since their quality is…

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Answer 7

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 8

Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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Answer 9

Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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Answer 10

Hey James, welcome back. That B&W item #BWRVK3670 is super reliable but you are not the only one who's had issues with how heavy it is. Love how you have already attempted our go to solution of taking off the lightest portion of the hitch. I…

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Answer 11

It sounds like the purpose of getting the air helper spring would be to counteract the 1 inch compression you're getting in your rear suspension caused by the pin weight of your 5th wheel. If that's the case, I believe that the AirLift 5000…

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Answer 12

I spoke with my contact at Trailair and from your serial number we were able to determine that your trailer came with a 1621 HD pin box which is a long pin box style. I was unable to obtain the exact part number for your Trailair pin box but from the…

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