Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation and Sidewinder for 2023 Ram 2500 Long Bed/Prep Package

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Looking to pull a 16500# fifthwheel. 2023 ram 2500. The truck has pucks and gooseneck. What setup do you recommend?

asked by: Phil N

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Expert Reply:

The hitch I love for your 2023 Ram 2500 long bed with the puck system is the Reese M5 series 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30918 because of its single-piece jaw that latches onto your king pin, ensuring complete contact and minimizing the amount of rattling and movement. And because of the sturdy jaw system on this hitch you will be ensured a comfortable towing experience.

The M5 also has a 20,000 lb capacity and comes with a lifetime warranty.

expert reply by: Kyle S

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Answer 1

If the arm of your #RP34FR Sidewinder is at an angle relative to the head of your fifth wheel hitch the issue is the wedge of the Sidewinder that is supposed to be locking the arm to the hitch head is not doing it's job. I would not recommend you…

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Answer 2

There are a few options to help ease your Sidewinder's coupling with your Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #RP30047: 1. Make sure that your trailer is level. This will ensure that the king pin is going in straight. The jaws of a hitch are usually…

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Answer 3

The Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, #RP30922 that you linked to has a fully articulating head so side-to-side movement is expected. However, if you have concerns then you should return to the dealership that installed and request the hitch be…

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Answer 4

The M5 is not known for chucking but I did speak to my contact at Reese and he had a few things to try/check. His response is below as well as the pages from the manual for the M5 #RP30928 that he attached as well: This hitch is not known for…

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Answer 5

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 6

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 7

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 8

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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Answer 9

Hey Tom, congrats on the new truck! Typically when we hear that someone has the OEM tow prep package they mean the puck system. This is going to be five circular holes built into the bed of your Ram truck and is by far the best way to attach a 5th…

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Answer 10

Hey James, welcome back. That B&W item #BWRVK3670 is super reliable but you are not the only one who's had issues with how heavy it is. Love how you have already attempted our go to solution of taking off the lightest portion of the hitch. I…

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Answer 11

Hey Debbie, I have a solution for you but the sliders are all going to be heavy due to them having to support the additional movement. Since your Ram has the factory puck system, I recommend the Reese 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Square Tube Slider item…

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Answer 12

We have lift kits for trailer that easily add 2 inches to the height of the trailer. For that you'd want the part #RR23QX and you'd be set. I attached a picture that shows how it installs to give you an idea. This would be the easiest…

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