Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for 2016 GMC Sierra 2500

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I am sorry to bother you AGAIN. The trailer I am going to purchase weighs 11,000 pounds so I do not need a 20,000 lb hitch, Wouldn't a 16,000 lb hitch be sufficient? It also has the cut out edges so would I need a slider? I have looked at the B & W 16K Patriot? What do you think about that option? Thanks again so very much!

asked by: Karl K

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You'd want to go with a custom install fifth wheel rail kit for your 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 like the # RP50066-58 which has been confirmed as a fit. The custom kits will minimize drilling and install time when compared to universal kits so they are the way to go.

This would work well with the Andersen Ultimate Connection part # AM3200 that you mentioned too.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Karl K.

10/3/2017

After I received your information regarding the brackets & rails, I noticed there is another option that appears wider with the brackets on the outside of the frame. The wider option is part #RP56001-53. Part #RP50066-58 is the original. Could you explain the difference in those to me? I am considering the Anderson Rail Hitch but I have a 6 1/2 foot short bed 2016 GMC Sierra Crew Cab Truck. I would like to pull a 34 ft. 2017 Cedar Creek Silverback 29RE Fifth Wheel. Is a slider hitch recommended with the short bed truck. I have read that the newer fifth wheels are not requiring the slider hitch. Do you agree?

Jameson C.

10/3/2017

The difference between the Reese Installation Kit part # RP56001-53 and the Reese Installation Kit part # RP50066-58 is that the # RP56001-53 is an outboard installation kit that will install MUCH easier than the other rail kit, with the only sacrifice being larger fifth wheel rails in the bed of your truck. The inboard kit part # RP50066-58 will install on the inboard side, which will be a bit harder to do. The advantage is that the rails are smaller. Some of the newer fifth wheel hitches do have tapered noses which means a slider hitch isn't required, but not all of them have that feature. It's still a somewhat rare feature at this point. But if you check with the trailer manufacturer you'll be able to know if the trailer has it or not.

Karl K.

10/23/2017

Do the fifth wheel hitches fit all trailers? I see so many different height measurements. I am reconsidering the Anderson as I am concerned that all the trailer weight is on top of one little ball. Do you have a recommendation of your best option?

Jameson C.

10/23/2017

Standard fifth wheel hitches will basically fit all trailers. The Andersen can't fit trailers with certain cushioned pin boxes so they aren't quite as universal. The Reese 20k # RP30928 would be a great option since your truck is a short bed that would require additional clearance around tight corners. The slider allows the hitch to move back and give you better turning clearance when needed.

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Answer 1

It sounds like you need pin set #6014 and 2 of pin #6020PIN or 90 degree pin set #RP58240 to install your #RP30051. It also sounds like you will need bolt kit #58296 to attach the head and cross member to the base.

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Answer 2

Yes, the Curt Safety-Chain Loops for Gooseneck Hitches on 5th Wheel Rails #C16000 that you referenced is sold in pairs so the price is for a quantity of 2. Basically everything you see in the attached picture. The same goes for the #RP50223.

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Answer 3

Thank you for your photo of your truck's bed and your inverted 5th wheel hitch. Since your goose neck safety chain points are blocked by the inverted 5th wheel you'll want to install D-ring tie downs as close to them as possible, making sure…

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Answer 4

Kenny, those bolts for the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #BWRVK3500-5W should be torqued to 40 ft. lbs. Also, the pivot arms would need to be torqued to 80 ft. lbs, the draw down bolt should be tighten to 60 ft.lbs and the arms should be…

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Answer 5

I went to our warehouse and measured one of the part #C16902 pins for you. I have attached a photo that has the dimension you were asking about. As the photo denotes, the useable length on the pin is 3.56 inches. You might want to measure the pin you…

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Answer 6

Adding a spray in bed liner will give you a different thickness, but can also give you uneven thicknesses. The manufacturer will tell you to remove the bed liner where the rails fit to ensure your system will work properly if the spray in liner is…

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Answer 7

There is no problem installing a fifth wheel hitch if you have a spray-on bed liner as long as the bed liner is fully cured. If you are looking into adding a spray-on bed liner to your truck, then you will want to check with the installer regarding…

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Answer 8

Hey John, we have the B and W Custom fifth wheel rail kit part #BWRVK2505 that is a confirmed fit for your 2024 Chevy Silverado 2500 and does not require any frame drilling. It also fits all standard above bed rail style hitches as well.

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Answer 9

I do have a solution but I do not have a state by state breakdown of which ones will allow you to attach the safety chains directly to the gooseneck plate such as #RP58079. The safe bet is to just assume that none of the states allow it. Then you…

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Answer 10

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 11

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 12

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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