Are the Front and Rear Puck Locations Different Sizes on a 2017 Ram 3500 With OEM Puck System
Updated 02/20/2026 | Published 08/04/2017
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You have GOT to be kidding me! They actually designed a difference between the front and the back pucks???? That is just plain DUMB. I intended to use 4 of the loops as HD tiedowns. Now what? Anyone make loops for the other 2 positions?
asked by: Otis A
Expert Reply:
I contacted both Curt and Reese who both confirmed that there is a difference between the front and back puck sizes on your 2017 Ram 3500. This means that the safety chain loops that come with the Curt # C60618 and the Reese # RP30140 will only be compatible with the rear pucks as that is where Ram recommends anchoring the safety chains.
We do have the Erickson Retractable Tie-Down Anchors for Truck Bed Stake Pockets # EM01003 and the Putco Push-Up Tie-Downs for Front and Rear Truck Bed Stake Pockets # P99901 that you can use for additional tie-down points in your 2017 Ram 3500. Either of these options have a 1,000 lbs weight capacity. Since there are no options to utilize the front 2 puck positions as anchor points this is will be your next best option.
I have attached some demonstration videos for you to review.
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Curt Ball and Safety Chain Loops Kit for Ram Underbed Gooseneck Hitch - 30K
- Gooseneck Hitch
- Below the Bed
- Pop-In Ball
- In Bed Release
- Spring-Loaded Loop
- CURT
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Brad T.
2/20/2026
(CURT #60691) Yes, companies do make anchors that fit the "front pucks" on RAM trucks. "Front pucks" refer to the two smaller cab-side (forward) round holes in the factory puck system in the truck bed. These are part of the OEM 5th-wheel/gooseneck towing prep package on 2013+ RAM 2500/3500 (and some 1500s). The rear pucks are larger; the front ones have a different diameter, so not every puck accessory fits them. For the smaller front pucks specifically: Many RAM owners use CURT #60691 (the Chevy/GM version) because it fits the tighter front holes perfectly. Grok...