2024 Ram 1500 5th Wheel Base Rail Kit Recommendation
Updated 12/29/2023 | Published 12/28/2023
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Question:
I'm wanting to use my sliding Patriot hitch 18K from my old truck for my new 2024 Ram 1500. What rails do I need? it has a 6.5 bed.
asked by: Kurt
Expert Reply:
I recommend the following Curt base rail kit in order to fit the B&W Patriot Slider # BWRVK3270 on your 2024 Ram 1500:
- Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram # C16307-204
This custom kit has brackets designed to keep you from drilling into your truck frame for the installation, which means a faster install time and no modification to your frame.
I also recommend picking up the Hopkins Endurance Wiring Harness # 41157 so you can have a 7-Way in the bed of your truck for an easier time connecting your trailer wiring.
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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17 - 19 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- B and W
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