Roof Rack And Bed Cover Recommendation For 2024 Ram 2500 Big Horn Crew Cab

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I want to install crossbars on my 2024 ram big horn crew cab 2500. On the roof not the truck bed or camper shell. I currently have a Thule hull-a-vator Pro and aero wing bars that was on my 2016 chevy colorado. Can this be done and what do I need? Thank you so much for your help. Also looking for a truck bed cover so I can lock things in the truckbed.

asked by: Nancy R

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Hello Nancy, thanks for reaching out. We do have roof rack options for your 2024 Ram 2500 big horn crew cab, but sadly we do not have a fit for the Thule wingbars, so you will need to go with something different. For that I recommend going with a Yakima JetStream roof rack. The JetStream aero bars will work great with your Hullavator so here is what I recommend:

- BaseLine Towers for Yakima Crossbars - Naked Roofs - Qty 4 # Y28TR

- BaseClip Fit Kit for Yakima BaseLine Roof Rack Towers - Qty 2 # Y06135 (you will need 2 of these)

- Yakima JetStream Crossbars - Aluminum - Black - 70" Long - Qty 2 # Y00427

As far as a bed cover, we definitely have options for you. If you want something that will lock, I recommend the Pace Edwards Switchblade Retractable Hard Tonneau Cover. It will be part # 311-SWD7833 for the short bed or part # 311-SWD7936 for the long bed.

We made a video highlighting this bed cover and I have linked it for you below. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions.

expert reply by: Jesse M

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Nancy

11/12/2024

Thank you for your help. The 70" crossbars are to long however the 60" will work great. Love etrailer and the great videos Nancy

Jesse M.

11/13/2024

@Nancy Yes the 60" bars will work too. For that use part # Y00426 for black or # Y00429 for silver.

Answer 1

I really like the Rhino-Rack Aero Bar Roof Rack for Camper Shells part #Y02-500B for 65" or part #Y02-480B for the 54". These will give you the crossbars you need to attach your Hullivator to as well as any other roof ounted accessory…

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Answer 2

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 3

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 4

Hey Jonathon thank you so much for all of that additional information! To haul your bikes behind your class C Sprinter motorhome, while flat towing your Mini, I recommend the Hollywood Racks RV Rider Bike Rack item #HLY64FR and the Roadmaster Dual…

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Answer 5

Hey Kelvin, welcome back. To flat tow a 2026 Ford Maverick with your Demco Commander II Tow Bar item #DM9511012, I recommend the following parts: Baseplate Kit - Demco Tabless Base Plate Kit item #DM38CV Wiring Harness - Roadmaster Diode 7-Wire to…

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Answer 6

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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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

Hey Trace, would a 55 inch crossbar length work? If so, the Yakima HD bar part #Y22BB would be what you will want. A longer bar isn't guaranteed to fit since the mounting channel on the bottom of the bar does not extend the entire length of the…

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Answer 9

Hi Ray! The MORryde GooseTech 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box for 11.5K to 14K Trailers #MR74MV can definitely be used in a short bed 3/4 ton pickup, like your 2024 Ram 2500. Just be aware that not all trailers have a tapered nose and you may not get…

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Answer 10

Hello Jamie, thanks for reaching out. Since your 2024 Ram 2500 is a short bed, I do recommend that you go with a sliding 5th wheel hitch. The slider is to help with clearance on tight turns or when backing up into a tight parkign spot. If your Ram…

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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

Hey Bill! The Rebel is the heavier duty SumoSprings jounce springs and they have the higher weight rating at 3,000 lbs #SS64VR or 5,000 lbs #SS27GR. I usually only recommend these heavy duty versions if you have a lot of weight in the truck bed or on…

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