Using Curt CrossWing in 2018 Ram 2500 With Standard Bed Rails

Updated 08/22/2023 | Published 08/21/2023

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Curt CrossWing Lightweight 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - 20,000 lbs

(80)

$866.21

Curt Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for Ram 2500 - 30,000 lbs

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$669.95

Curt CrossWing Lightweight 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - 20K

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$657.93

Question:

I have an existing Demco hitch and the standard rails bolted into the bed of my 2018 Ram 2500 that keys me take it in and out. It seems like I would have to remove these rails and get new rails drilled and bolted in? If so, what parts or customization would I need? Lugging my existing hitch is getting old along with me and if I can light weight removing it as needed, I would love to know what I need to go about that.

asked by: Mike P

Expert Reply:

So it sounds like you already have 5th wheel rails in your 2018 Ram 2500, and while there's an easier way to use the CrossWing, since you asked specifically about the gooseneck-to-fifth wheel CrossWing # C92DR what you would need to do is remove your 5th wheel rails and install the Curt Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # C60614.

That said, I'd forgo that and instead just use the CrossWing that installs directly on 5th wheel rails:

- Curt CrossWing Lightweight 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # C86JR

The # C86JR will fit your standard base rails and is actually a bit lighter than the gooseneck adapter version (60 lbs vs. 70 lbs) so it'll be easier to handle.

expert reply by: Kyle S