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  • Camper Tie Down Recommendation for 2013 Ram
  • Yes, the stake pocket camper tie downs, # TDSF, will work on the 2013 Dodge Ram, as long as the overall length of the camper you are using them with is 8 feet long or less, this measurement includes the overhang over the cab of the truck. You will need to drill one 11/32 inch hole and two 7/32 inch holes for this installation, and there are spacer tabs on the tie downs that may need to be pried off for a proper fit in your stake pockets. If your truck campers overall length is longer...
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  • Needing a Trailer Hitch for a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab Truck
  • We have a hitch that will mount to your 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 truck. I recommend the Curt Class III Trailer Hitch, # 13333. This hitch has the 2 inch receiver opening and is designed to fit your Ram truck using a bolt-on design. No welding is required. You will need the # ETBC7 kit to install the 7-way connecter to your Ram. You will mount the kit at the rear of the vehicle and connect your 4-pole flat connecter to the 7-way included in the kit. The kit also includes all the wiring, electrical...
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  • Recommended D-Ring Tie Downs and Straps to Secure 1998 Jeep TJ to Trailer
  • They will be more than strong enough for your needs. Each of the Bropy # RR5K D-Rings has a 5,000 lb capacity but has a WLL (safe working load limit) of about 1/3 of that figure, which is just under 1700 lbs. Since you're using 4 of the D -Rings, you'll have a total safe working load limit of almost 7,000 lbs, which should be plenty strong enough to hold your Jeep firmly in place. I don't know what you were thinking of doing for straps, but if you don't already have a solution in mind,...
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  • Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch Base Rails for a 2008 Dodge Ram Pickup
  • The base rail kit that I recommend for your 2008 Dodge Ram Pickup with the Quad Cab is the Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rails and Installation Kit # RP50140-58. This kit uses brackets that are designed to fit to existing holes in your Ram's frame so you will only have to drill through your bed for the installation. These base rails are compatible with Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley, and Husky 5th wheel hitches. They are not compatible with the Reese Elite Series (Signature...
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  • Recommendation on a Brake Controller to Fit a 1997 Dodge Ram Truck
  • I have the solution for you for a brake controller to fit your 1997 Dodge Ram truck. However, there are a few items you will need install first before you can install the controller in the cab of your Ram. First, you will need to install a 4-pole flat trailer connector harness. You will need the T-One Vehicle Harness, # 118329. This harness will allow you to connect to the turn, brake, and trail lights of your Ram without cutting or splicing into the vehicle's wiring. Next, you will...
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  • Recommended Hitch Pin Lock To Replace 5/8 Inch Pin And Clip
  • For your 2 inch receiver, I recommend the Blue Ox Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock for 2" Hitches # BX8858. This is a 5/8 inch pin with a chrome finish to resist rust and corrosion. It has a tubular style key for greater security and a dust cover to keep moisture and debris out. This is only for a 2 inch hitch. If you have a 2-1/2 inch hitch that is a class V, then I recommend the Trailer Hitch Receiver Lock - Extra Long - Flush Design for 2-1/2" Trailer Hitches # e98881. This is longer...
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  • Recommended Weight Distribution System For Travel Trailer With 608-Lb Tongue Weight
  • The best way to determine what weight distribution system will work for you is to know what your total tongue weight is. The total tongue weight is the tongue weight of your fully-loaded-ready-to-tow trailer added to the weight of any cargo you place behind the rear axle of the tow vehicle. You will then want to find a system where your total tongue weight falls near the middle of the tongue weight range for the system. Getting a system that is too small will be useless, but getting a system...
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  • Brackets and Hardware Only to Install 5th Wheel Rails in a 2012 Ram 2500 Short Bed
  • Yes, you can just get brackets and hardware without the rails for your 2012 Dodge Ram 2500 short bed. Industry standard rails will either have bolt holes for a 4-bolt installation or holes for a 10-bolt installation. To get you the right parts we just have to match the type of rail you have to the right bracket kit. I have included pictures showing 4- and 10-bolt rail designs that will help. If you know the manufacturer of the rails that will help too. Generally we don't recommend mixing...
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  • Recommendation for a Trailer Hitch to Fit a 2007 Dodge Ram 1500 Truck
  • For your 2007 Dodge Ram 1500, we carry a couple different trailer hitches. The Curt Class III Hitch, # 13333, is a custom-fit hitch that uses a bolt-on mount to connect to your Ram truck. The hitch has a gross towing capacity of 6,000 lbs and a tongue weight rating of 600 lbs. This hitch has a 2 x 2 inch receiver opening. Curt also has a Class IV hitch, # 14361, that has a gross towing weight of 10,000 lbs and a tongue weight of 1,000 lbs. This hitch might be the best option for your...
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  • No Drill 5th Wheel Mounting Brackets Only for a 2003 Dodge Ram 1500 Short Bed
  • There are several custom 5th wheel install kits that will fit your 2003 Ram 1500 short bed that do not require drilling into the truck frame to install. Just to be clear drilling down through the bed will be required for any kit. For brackets and hardware only, no rails, you can use # C16419. I have linked the instructions for you.
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  • Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 Long Bed
  • For a set of fifth wheel rails confirmed as a fit for your 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 long bed we have the Reese kit part # RP30035 but the Curt kit you mentioned is not a fit. Check out the install video I attached for more info on it though.
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  • Are Prodigy Brake Controllers More Reliable than Hopkins Controllers
  • The Prodigy brake controllers like the P2 part # 90885 and the P3 part # 90195 are widely considered to be the most reliable around and ironically the Hopkins are considered by many to be the worst. So the fact your Hopkins is working more reliably is pretty crazy. I would assume the P2 failure was a fluke. If you were to try another Prodigy controller I would assume it would be rock solid and very reliable.
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  • Compare B&W Patriot, Reese, and Demco Premiere Hitch to Fit Fifth Wheel Above Bed Rail
  • The 16k B&W Patriot part # BWRVK3200 and the 18k version part # BWRVK3255 are both very nice hitches that are incredibly secure. You would not have to worry about either disconnecting while in use as that's virtually impossible. A lot of people consider the B and W hitches the best on the market so if you are interested in them at all these would be an excellent choice. Of what you mentioned these are you best choices. The Demco Premiere Hijacker part # DM6076P-21K is another solid choice....
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  • Center Cap Recommendation for Wheel with Pilot Diameter 3.19 inches
  • Are you sure your wheel center cap isn't 3.19 inches? If so then we have the part # 319EZ which will fit and work well as a center cap. But if you have 3-1/8 inch (3.125) this would most likely not be an ideal fit. To take this measurement use a digital caliper like the part # PTW80157.
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  • Reese Weight Distribution Shank # RP3344 Recommendation for a 2001 Dodge 2500 Quad Cab
  • Since you need about 11 inches of drop the Reese Weight Dist Shank # RP3344 that you referenced would be a good choice for you as it has 11 inches of drop. I attached a review video on how to measure for the right amount of drop with a weight distribution system. I also attached an FAQ article on weight distribution systems for you to check out.
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  • Programmer/Tuner for a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 4.7 Liter
  • No, the Bully Dog GT programmer and monitor is not a fit for a 2005 Dodge Ram 1500 with 4.7 liter but we do have other options that will fit your truck. You can use Edge Evolution color screen programmer and monitor # EP85350 or the touch screen version, # EP99YR. If you want a programmer that does not include a monitor you can use Superchips Flashpaq, # SU3845.
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  • How Do I know if I need to Use Weight Distribution and Sway Control when Towing a Trailer
  • Weight distribution is recommended if the gross trailer weight is 50 percent or more of the gross vehicle weight OR if the rear end of the vehicle is sagging when the trailer is connected. Based on the weight of the trailer you would benefit from using weight distribution. You will notice improved ride quality and handling (on the truck) and reduce or eliminated sway if you choose a system that has sway control. To choose a weight distribution system you will need to go by the total tongue...
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  • Camper Tie Down Recommendation for a 1997 Ford F-350 Dually
  • Yes, the Camper Hold Downs part # HSSF will work on your 1997 Ford F350. There is no weight capacity rating on the camper tie downs and they will work for any camper size that is properly sized for your vehicle. The weight capacity will be on the Brophy Camper Tie Down Hardware Package, part # TDHP that is used to attach the camper to the tie downs. The hardware package has a weight capacity of 3,000 lbs.
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  • Replacement 7-Way Recommendation for a 2000 Dodge Ram 3500
  • Yes, the Hopkins Endurance Quick-Install 7-Way Trailer Connector # HM42190 that you referenced will work as a 7-way replacement for your 2000 Dodge Ram 3500. It sounds like the dealer gave you a Mopar replacement part number that would also work. The # HM42190 is an aftermarket solution that will work just as well and will most likely cost less. I attached a review video for you to check out as well.
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  • Recommended Electric Brake Controller and 7-Way Trailer Connector for a 1995 Dodge Ram
  • The # 5504 brake controller and wiring adapter kit # 20127 would be a good choice for your 1995 Dodge Ram 1500, as long as your truck came with the factory 4-Way plug. This kit would allow you to plug in directly, for an easy installation. If your truck does have the 4-Way plug, you would just need a 4-Way to 7-Way adapter, like part # 37185, to equip the vehicle with the 7-Way connector. This adapter would plug into the 4-Way, and you would connect the additional wires on the adapter...
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