Drill Bit Sizes Needed to Install the 2023 Chevy Silverado 2500 B&W 5th Wheel Base Rail Kit
Updated 05/22/2024 | Published 05/20/2024
Question:
What size of drill bit is required for drilling the holes through the box? Thanks
asked by: Jake B
Expert Reply:
Thanks for reaching out, Jake!
You will need 1/8" and 9/16" drill bits to install the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # BWRVK2505 on your 2023 Chevy Silverado 2500.
The 1/8" bit will be used to make pilot holes in your truck bed for mounting the rails to the brackets, and then the 9/16" bit will be used to enlarge those holes before installing the hardware.
The installation instructions and a video have been linked to this page for your reference.
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B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- 5th Wheel Hitch Rails
- Custom
- Above the Bed
- B and W
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