Placement of Front Driver Side Curt 5th Wheel Bracket on a 2018 Ram 2500
Updated 01/19/2026 | Published 08/06/2024
Question:
2018 ram fifth wheel installation kit Questions about driver side front, how to install around gas tank
asked by: Jeffrey M
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Expert Reply:
Hey Jeffrey, thanks for reaching out again!
The Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit # C16427-204 does have a bit of a specific fit with the front bracket on your 2018 Ram 2500 (see attached photo from instructions).
If you have a specific questions about this and can provide some photos I'd be more than happy to help you look into this further!
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Jon G
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Curt 5th Wheel Bracket Placement on a 2018 Ram 2500
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Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ram Truck - Carbide Finish
- 5th Wheel Hitch Rails
- Custom
- Above the Bed
- CURT
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Gwendolyn Y.
1/19/2026
Hey Jeffrey, how did things go with fitting the front bracket of the Curt fifth wheel installation kit around your gas tank? Once you had a closer look, were you able to get it positioned correctly? Your update could make it easier for others working on the same setup.