Installation of Demco Frame Brackets for Demco Hitch # DM8550022 on 2016 Ram 2500 6.5 Foot Bed
Updated 08/07/2018 | Published 08/06/2018
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Demco frame bracket, part # 8553016 Just having 1 problem with driver side front bracket, where to put wiring harness?
asked by: Bob
Expert Reply:
On your 2016 Ram 2500, there are a couple notes in the instructions:
On drivers front bracket unclip wires/hoses from inside of frame to allow bracket to fit flush to frame. Front brackets are mounted to the inside of the frame and the rear brackets are mounted to the outside of the frame.
On the front brackets make sure you insert the spacer block between the frame and the bracket on the front hole location of the Demco Custom Brackets # DM8553016.
Unfortunately the installation details don't tell you what to do with the wiring and hoses that were unclipped. We normally use zip ties to secure any loose components.
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