Best 5th Wheel Hitch Option for 2019 Ram 2500 Mega Cab With 6-1/2 Foot Short Bed

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Is there a below bed rail option as I have a retraction bed cover?

asked by: Doug W

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With clearance being the biggest issue for you, there is one option I highly recommend for a 5th wheel hitch that fits your 2019 Ram 2500 with a 6-1/2 foot bed, the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Slider # DM8550034.

The Hijacker gives you more clearance than any other sliding hitch because of its 14 inches of front-to-back travel; other hitches have between 10 inches and 12 inches of travel. That will give you the most possible clearance for your 2019 Ram, and you aren't sacrificing quality or capacity with the Hijacker, which has an 18,000 lb capacity, and will work in reverse, and you'll never have to get out of your truck to make a turn with the autoslide feature.

The Hijacker also has a unique, single-piece jaw that wraps totally around the king pin, and that connection is reinforced via a 3/4" solid steel bar that locks into place once the jaw is closed. So the ride quality is among the best you'll find, which is another reason I think this is the best hitch for you and your 2019 Ram 2500.

To install this hitch in your truck you will need base rails, the Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches # DM8552025-71.

I have added installation instructions and video reviews for you to check out of the rails as well as the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Slider # DM8550034.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Doug W.

3/9/2020

Is there a below bed rail option as I have a retraction bed cover?

Kyle S.

3/9/2020

There isn't an option for underbed rails with the Hijacker, but there is one option for a 5th wheel hitch and rails that are below the bed for your 2019 Ram 2500: - B&W Companion Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch # BWRVK3400-5W - Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # BWGNRK1320-5W You mentioned having a B&W Companion for your long bed truck so you already know about the quality of this hitch. It has a hitch height that is adjustable between 17 and 19 inches, and does have 12 inches of front-to-back travel, which is a couple of inches less than the Hijacker. I have added links to a couple of video reviews for you to check out on this as well, including an install of the underbed rail kit on a 2019 Ram 2500.

Answer 1

Hello Chris, thanks for getting in touch. I do have a resource that will help you determine the exact center hole location for your 2019 Ram 2500 with the 6-1/2' bed. Take a look at the instruction manual for the B&W Turnoverball Gooseneck…

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Answer 2

Hey Kevin, thanks for reaching out! Yes, the B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch #BWGNRK1320 for your 2020 Ram 2500 will fit with the B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider #BWRVK3400-5W that uses the RVB3405 base.

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Answer 3

There are a couple of options that'll work great with your Lippert Turning Point Pin Box, however one hitch stands out to me more than others. Take a look at the: -Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs #C16115 This 5th…

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Answer 4

Part of your Grand Design Reflections 150's best features is the 90 degree pivoting pin box, and it would be a shame to not use it. You're right in that you don't need to have a sliding hitch given its design. However, you'll want to…

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Answer 5

For your 2020 Ram 2500 short bed without the OEM rail kit I highly recommend the B and W Companion slider hitch part #BWRVK3400 with the rail kit part #BWGNRK1320. The Companion hitches are widely considered the best hitches around for a number of…

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Answer 6

You'll need a gooseneck hitch installed in your 2020 Ram 2500 like the B and W Turnoverball gooseneck part #BWGNRK1320 for your Andersen Ultimate to connect to. Then for rear suspension that won't ruin your ride quality the SumoSprings part…

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Answer 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

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 9

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 10

Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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Answer 11

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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Answer 12

Yes, it will work. You'll just need to cut the Lance 6-pin connector out and rewire it into the etrailer Trailer Wiring 7-Way Upgrade Kit w/ Junction Box and RV Style Connector item #e99011. Here are the individual functions of that Lance 6-pin:…

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