Ability to Attach Industry Standard 5th Wheel Hitch to Factory Pucks on 2018 Ram 2500
Updated 01/09/2019 | Published 01/08/2019
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I am interested in adding “industry standard” bed rails for the Blue Ox Super Ride 5th wheel hitch. I am being told that it will not work on bed rails for my truck, that I should go with the gooseneck ball option. The bed rails for my puck system are not “industry standard” and the kit I would need will cost quite bit more money. I’m little confused as to why I paid for factory hitch system that will not support “industry standard” rails? I was looking at the Anderson to begin with, but saw this new Blue Ox hitch and I really like it. Can you help me understand what the Dealer is telling me. Just for more information I am getting the new 30’ Van Leigh Pinecrest trailer. It has a max weight of 12,200. The weight is not a major factor, I just want to avoid the chucking, bucking and noise. I also like the light weight factor those 2 hitches offer. Thank you
asked by: John R
Expert Reply:
The factory pucks on your 2018 Ram 2500 allow you to use certain 5th Wheel Hitches that attach directly to these pucks, such as with the excellent B&W OEM Companion Sliding Hitch # BWRVK3670 (which will do a great job of reducing chucking and noise with its 1 inch thick dual jaws, fully articulating head, and polyurethane bushings) . This eliminates the need for separate base rails and allows for a completely clear bed when the hitch itself is removed.
As you mentioned in your question, the factory/OEM pucks are not considered industry standard rails like what many 5th wheel hitches are designed to attach to but there is still a solution that allows you to use these types of hitches on your truck.
I recommend taking a look at the Reese 5th Wheel Rail Adapter # RP30154. This will drop right into the factory pucks to provide you with above-bed, industry standard rails that are compatible with standard hitches like the Blue Ox model you are looking at.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Andersen Ultimate Connection 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch System with Adapter - 24,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Fixed 5th Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 24000 lbs GTW
- No Pivot
- 15-3/4 - 18 Inch Tall
- Andersen
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Video: Feature Breakdown: Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram
- Video: Set up: Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram on a 2011 Dodge Ram Pickup
- Shop: Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram - Gloss Finish
- Shop: Curt Custom, No-Drill Fifth Wheel Bracket Kit for Dodge Ram
- Shop: Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Dodge Ram - Carbide Finish
- Q&A: Industry Standard Rail Kits for a 2006 Dodge Ram 3500
- Video: How to Install: Blue Ox Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter on your 2013 Ram 2500
- Q&A: Dimensions for Placing Bed Rails of Curt Fifth Wheel Install Kit # C16420-104 on 2011 Dodge Ram
- Q&A: Curt Below Bed 5th Wheel Installation Kit Brackets for a 2012 Dodge Ram 3500 with 8 Foot Bed
- Q&A: What Does The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit # C16420-104 Fit
- Q&A: Custom 5th Wheel Base Rail Kit for 2006 Dodge Ram 3500 with 6-1/2 Foot Bed and Mega Cab
- Q&A: Will Any 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Fit Above the Bed Rails in a 2002 Ford F-150
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Q&A: How to Replace a Lance 6-Pin Plug w/ a Standard 7-Way Connector
- Shop: Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jack - 8-1/2" to 37-3/4" Lift - 6 Tons
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Shop: etrailer Anti-Rattle Hitch Collar for 2" Hitch Receivers
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Article: Wiring Trailer Lights with a 7-Way Plug (It's Easier Than You Think)
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Shop: Roadmaster 4-Diode Universal Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles - 7-Way to 6-Way Coiled Adapter Cord
- Search Results: trailer jack
- Shop: Fifth Wheel Hitch
on 5th Wheel Hitch
