How to Mount a Reese 5th Wheel Hitch on a 2014 Ford F-250/F-350

Published 07/04/2018

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Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches

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Firestone Air Command Heavy Duty Air Compressor - Analog - Single Path

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Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs - Double Convoluted - Rear Axle

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Question:

I would like to get bags and a compressor as well. Any recommendations?

asked by: Bob

Helpful Expert Reply:

In order to determine which rail kit you need for your 2014 Ford F-250/F-350, we would need to know how the hitch mounts. There are two different types of mounting brackets, under bed and above bed. If you could send me a photo of the hitch or find a part number for it then I would be able to confirm how it mounts.

However, the vast majority of Reese 5th wheel hitches will install using industry standard above bed rails therefore the correct kit for you is more than likely the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit part # RP50026-58. This is a custom kit that will not require any drilling into the frame rail. If your truck has the factory prep package then you will want to use the Reese Elite Series Underbed Rail Adapter part # RP30156 instead.

I have attached an install video of both the rail kit and adapter for you as well. Please keep in mind that if you have a bed shorter than 8' long then the 5th wheel hitch will need to have a slider feature.

expert reply by: Conner L

Bob

7/4/2018

I would like to get bags and a compressor as well. Any recommendations?

Conner L.

7/4/2018

I am glad that you asked. In addition to being compatible with the truck, the airbags will also need to work with the 5th wheel brackets. For a set that will the best option we have is the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs part # F2597. These airbags are going to do an excellent job helping to support the added weight from the 5th wheel trailer. If you have a diesel engine then you will also need the Relocation Bracket for Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs part # F5722. For an air compressor kit I recommend the Firestone Air Command I Compressor System part # F2097 which comes with a heavy-duty compressor, analog gauge display, and single path inflation valve. I have attached an install video of the airbags and compressor kit for you as well. The only other thing you would possible need is an in-bed wiring harness like the Bargman 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness part # 54701-007.