Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting Rail Location in 2017 Ram 1500 6 foot 4 Inch Bed

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Hi, i just purchased the Reese rail and hardware kit for my 2017 Ram 1500 6 6 box. in the instructions it gives a measurement for mounting the rear rail for either an 8 or 6 4 box. what is the measurement from the edge of the box to the rear rail for a 6 6 box. thanks

asked by: Jeff

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I checked with Reese, who confirms that for the # RP50142-58 bracket/rail kit the correct dimension from the rear edge of the back hitch mounting rail to the rear edge of the bed (not the tailgate) is 28-15/16 inches. This applies to both the 5 foot 7 and the 6 foot 4 beds. The bed dimension is actually 6 foot 4 inches, but most commonly refer to it as the '6 foot' or the '6-1/2 foot' bed.

If you need a 7-way trailer connector in the bed of the truck, you could install

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

The Ram OEM 5th wheel puck system, shown in the linked photo and article, was launched in 2013 so what you have in your truck is likely to be an aftermarket installation of some kind. These newer Ram trucks with the factory prep can directly accept a…

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Answer 2

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Hey One-Eyed Randy! Yes we do have a custom fit Reese fifth wheel rail kit that fits your 2020 Ram 1500 Classic 5.5 foot bed with the part #RP50142-58. These will place slightly forward of the rear axle center. You will need a slider hitch that…

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Answer 4

From the information you provided it looks like you have the Lippert Components 1621 pin box. Yes you are correct the Lippert 1621HD 5th Wheel Pin Box - 18,000 lbs Item #LC1191151 is going to be the direct replacement.

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Answer 5

The best complete system I can recommend for your 2015 Ram 1500 with 5-1/2 foot bed, would be the Demco Hijacker Autoslide, #DM8550040. This hitch slides automatically while you drive to give you 22-1/2 inches of additional clearance for tight turns.…

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Answer 6

Since your 2018 Ram 1500 Rebel has the 5-1/2 foot bed then you will need to go with a fixed 5th wheel hitch on the truck and a pivoting pin box on the trailer in order to gain enough cab clearance to make sharper turns when towing. For your Ram I…

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Answer 7

I am pleased to let you know that as long as you have all the contents that came with both products you have everything you need to have a successful install. The Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches #RP30035…

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Answer 8

Yes, the Reese Quick-Install Custom Bracket Kit part #RP50082 is correct for your 2005 Ford F-250 Short Bed if you have Reese inboard rails (43" long) and won't require any drilling into the frame rail. I have attached a sample install video…

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Answer 9

The larger hitches use standard size rails the vast majority of the time. I do recommend using custom brackets versus the universal brackets for an easier install. For your 1999 Ford F-350, I recommend using the Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rails…

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Answer 10

To measure the length of your truck bed, measure from the front of the bed rearward to the rear edge of the bed (not the end of the tailgate). If you have the 6-1/2 foot bed, you will need to use a sliding fifth wheel hitch to provide additional…

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