Recommended Way To Carry A 13 Kayak On a 2018 Ram 3500 Crew Cab Towing a 5TH Wheel Trailer

Updated 04/11/2023 | Published 04/10/2023

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Thule TracRac TracONE Ladder Rack w/ Cantilever - Fixed Mount - 800 lbs - Silver

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$1199.90

EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - 2"

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Fit Kit for Thule Evo Clamp and Edge Clamp Roof Rack Feet - 5106

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Evo Clamp Feet for Thule Crossbars - Naked Roofs - Qty 4

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Thule WingBar Evo Crossbars - Aluminum - Silver - 60" Long - Qty 2

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$279.95

Thule DockGlide Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - Saddle Style - Universal Mount

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$329.95

Yakima LongArm Bed and Roof Load Extender for 2" Hitches - Aluminum - 165 lbs

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Question:

I have a 2018 Ram 3500 crew cab and haul a fifth-wheel trailer. What is the weight capacity of just the over-cab cantilever portion? I have a 13foot fishing kayak that weighs 135lbs. Also, will the cabover portion clear my roof and by how much? Thank you!

asked by: Bob J

Expert Reply:

I do have a couple options for you to as the Thule TracRac TracONE Ladder Rack w/ Cantilever # TH27000XT-EX was never designed to work in the fashion you are trying to accomplish. Instead you can place a Thule Roof Rack on your 2018 Ram 3500 crew cab. You will need the WingBar Evo Crossbars # TH711500, Evo Feet # TH710501 and Fit Kit # TH145106. Do be sure to verify with Ram to ensure your roof is strong enough for the full 135lb capacity of your Kayak.

You could also combine the roof rack with a Front Mount Receiver # 306-X7900 and YAkima LongArm # Y01149-1150. This will also help you to move the kayak forward to ensure it clears your 5th wheel trailer. The Thule DockGlide Kayak Roof Rack # TH896 would provide pads and straps to secure your kayak to the roof of your Ram.