Will Curt 5th Wheel Install Kit Fit a 2016 Ram 2500 Short Bed with Factory Air Suspension

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Will it fit 2016 ram 2500 with air suspension without the factory prep system?

asked by: Chad S

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Hello Chad.

Yes, Curt 5th wheel installation kit # C16427-104 will fit your 2016 Ram 2500 short bed with the factory air suspension and without the factory prep package. I have included a link to the installation instructions for you.

If you do not already have a hitch I recommend the Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch rated for 20,000 lbs # C55DR
425 Review. This is a slider hitch with 12 inches of travel so you can make tighter turns without the trailer hitting the truck cab. It also features a cushioned head for a smoother ride.

I also recommend adding a 7-Way trailer connector in the bed of the truck using # 41157 to make hooking up the trailer easier and without the need of an extension cable.

expert reply by: Kate F

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Answer 1

The Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails #RP50054-58 are a fit for both your 2019 Ram 2500 and any 5th wheel hitch that installs on industry standard base rails (ISR). Since both the Pro Series 15K hitches, like what comes in…

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Answer 2

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 3

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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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 5

Hi Mark, You shouldn't need to use the Furrion 7-Way Vehicle Power Adapter part #FR87PR because your 2018 Ram 2500 is from the fourth generation of the Ram 2500 before they did the huge overhaul that changed the circuits and resulted in the newer…

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Hey Tom, congrats on the new truck! Typically when we hear that someone has the OEM tow prep package they mean the puck system. This is going to be five circular holes built into the bed of your Ram truck and is by far the best way to attach a 5th…

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Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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Answer 8

Since we don't carry the PullRite line I can't really speak to their quality but from what I can see from there website their 2900 model is fairly similar to the Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider #DM89GV. Both hitches offer 14"…

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Answer 9

Hey Jerry, GM moved the placement of their puck systems starting with 2020 models so you are correct that the pucks would have the hitch not sit directly over the axle. GM did the math and made sure that this placement wouldn't adversely affect…

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Answer 10

We have lift kits for trailer that easily add 2 inches to the height of the trailer. For that you'd want the part #RR23QX and you'd be set. I attached a picture that shows how it installs to give you an idea. This would be the easiest…

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Answer 11

Hey Jen, thanks for the information! Since your 2016 Ram 2500 has the Ram Boxes, you'll need to have a rotating pin box installed on your 2026 Jayco Eagle HT DDB. The rotating pin box is the only way to tow a 5th wheel trailer and not hit the Ram…

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Answer 12

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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