Parts Needed to Install a 5th Wheel Hitch on a 2008 Chevy Silverado 1500 with the 5-1/2 Foot Bed
Updated 07/06/2018 | Published 07/04/2018
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Will this part bolt in my 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 58inch bed? I have a camper with extended fifth wheel. So I have the clearance for turning.
asked by: Chad
Expert Reply:
The only Chevrolet Silverado that came with a 5-1/2' bed in 2008 was the 1500 model. If you have a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with the 5-1/2' bed then I do have a custom kit with above bed base rails for you but the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit part # C16418-204 will not work. Instead, I recommend using the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit part # RP50064-58. This kit is a direct bolt-on fit for the above truck's frame rails and will work with any brand of 5th wheel hitch that uses industry standard above bed base rails which is 95% of 5th wheel hitches on the market.
I have attached an install video for you but if you have a different model of Chevrolet Silverado then please let me know and I would be happy to make sure you get the correct parts needed to install a 5th wheel hitch. You may also be interested in the Mighty Cord 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Wiring Harness part # A10-7007.
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Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC - Carbide Finish
- 5th Wheel Hitch Rails
- Custom
- Above the Bed
- CURT
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