The highest rated gooseneck hitch ball we currently offer for a Ram 5500 is the Curt Pop-In Ball for Chevy/GM, Ford, Nissan, and Ram Underbed Gooseneck Hitches part # C60634 which is rated for 38,000 lbs. Please note, this is a 3" hitch ball and not the standard 2-5/16". view full answer...
The best option we offer for a cab/chassis truck would be the Reese Low Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, part # RP30054. The hitch has a 30K capacity, and is intended to be bolted directly to the vehicle's frame. Some welding and fabrication work might be necessary for installation. view full answer...
A bolt on kit is not available for flat bed use, but a straight-forward solution is a hitch for installation between the rails. You could use the Buyers Product # 3375613500, 2-5/16" Fabricators Flatbed Gooseneck Hitch or the B&W # BWGNRK1500, each offering towing capacities of 30K pounds when properly installed. The B&W offers a limited lifetime warranty.
I have a attached a couple videos to help you decide. view full answer...
There is one tire pressure monitoring system I really like over the rest, which is from TireMinder; the reason I like this system is because it is easy to use, compatible with Bluetooth, and best of all, highly accurate, with a margin of error of just 3 percent, So for example, since you have a mighty big gooseneck trailer, let's say your tires are inflated to 130 psi; if you inflated them fully, this system will be accurate within 3 or so psi, which is very precise for these types of systems.
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The Reese Low-Profile 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 30,000 lbs # RP30054 will work well with your 2018 Ram 5500. This hitch is designed for heavy-duty towing with a vertical load limit of 7,500 lbs and gross towing weight of 30,000 lbs. so it is perfect for your five car trailer. It will mount directly to the truck frame so no rails are required.
Installation of the hitch may require welding and moderate fabrication. It is also worth noting that the towing capacity will be limited... view full answer...
I do have an airbag kit that will work for you in the Lippert Components Center Point part # LC1565391 but nothing that is going to replace the leaf spring. Instead, I recommend taking a look at either the E-Z Flex Heavy Duty Rubber Suspension System or the Equa-Flex Cushioned Equalizers. They will replace the equalizers you have with a set of cushioned ones that will do an excellent job of minimizing road shock and helping to smooth out the ride.
In order to recommend the correct set... view full answer...
For your 2020 Dynamax Isata 5 I recommend using the Timbren Front Suspension Enhancement System # TDF5500. This system will better serve your suspension as the majority of your added weight is over the rear axle. The # TDF5500HD is more designed for your severe service vehicles like tow trucks and vehicles that will have large plows mounted on them.
For the rear I recommend the Timbren Rear Suspension Enhancement System # TDR5500. This will offer you more stability at 12,000lbs versus... view full answer...
We do have a selection of trailer hitches available that are designed for your 2017 Ram 5500 as long as the frame of your truck measures 34 inches wide (outside to outside), however I checked with TorkLift and they do not currently have a hitch that is confirmed to fit your Ram 5500. The TorkLift SuperHitch # TLD1103-30 that you mentioned is designed for the 2010-2012 Ram 5500 and will not fit your 2017 model.
The highest rated custom hitch we have for your truck is the Curt Class V Receiver... view full answer...
The only front mount trailer hitch option that we currently have (as of May 2018) is the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver # 65063. This is a great front mount hitch that is rated for 9,000 lbs line pull, 500 lbs vertical load, and 5,000 lbs gross trailer weight.
For the installation it doesn't require any drilling but the factory tow hooks are required. I have linked an installation video of this hitch on a 2014 Ram 2500 for you to reference. view full answer...
Both Firestone and Air Lift stand behind their products well but I'd say the quality edge does go to Firestone. The rubber is made from a heavier duty material and the way the rubber attaches to the plates is better as well so you'd want the part # F2404. view full answer...
I do have an option for you but we don't have any bolt-on fifth wheel hitch options for a 2022 Ram 5500 as they don't come standard with pickup beds. That said, what we can recommend is a flatbed hitch and underbed attachment, the B&W Companion Flatbed Gooseneck-to-5th-Wheel Trailer Hitch Adapter part # BWRVK3050 with B&W Turnoverball Underbed Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for Flatbed Trucks part # BWGNRK1500. The underbed section will need to be secured with crossbracing to the vehicle's frame... view full answer...
The Prodigy P3 # 90195 will fit your 2015 Ram 5500 and will operate your electric over hydraulic brakes MUCH better than your OEM controller. The OEM controllers rarely work well with the EOH setups but the P3 works really well with them. So to install this controller in your truck will require the # 3024-P install harness.
Once you disconnect the factory unit a code will appear on your dash. This error code does not affect operation of the Prodigy but if you want to clear it you will... view full answer...
I have a possible solution for you.
There aren't any custom fit mudflaps for a 2020 Ram 5500, so you'll need to use a universal fit.
I recommend the Putco Universal-Fit Mud Flaps, part # P79472. They're rubber with a stainless steel trim and measure 6" wide by 10" long. They can be mounted on either the front or the rear. view full answer...
For your Lippert 8,000 lb axles we do have a set of self-adjusting brake assemblies that will fit and work well. What you'll want is the part # AKEBRK-8R for the right hand side and the # AKEBRK-8L for the left hand side and you'd be set. Thank you for sending in the axle sticker you have too as that made finding what you need very easy. view full answer...
Since most likely you have a flat bed installed on your 2019 Ram 5500 the best fifth wheel hitch is going to be the Reese Low Profile part # RP30054 as this is designed for flat beds that sit up a bit higher and has a higher weight capacity at 30,000 lbs.
Installation of this hitch requires it to be installed directly through a 1/2 inch steel plate under the deck. The plate must be welded to brackets that are bolted to the truck frame and should be done by a qualified professional.
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I do find that the electric Tuson Asymmetric Sway Control # 335TSC-1000 to be the best route as once it is installed it is the easiest to use. It will not be as difficult to install since the main unit is mounted 5-10' behind the ball mount and you will be able to fish the wiring through the underbelly.
For mechanical the Shocker Hitch HD Air 2-Ball Mount w/ Sway Control Tabs # SHK45VR will likely be the type of ball mount you need as it has dual sway control connections and up to a 3-1/2"... view full answer...
The Curt hitch part # C15800 is the highest capacity hitch we offer for your 2018 Ram 5500 cab and chassis. The hitch has a 20,000 lb trailer capacity and a 2,700 lb tongue weight capacity. The hitch is also made in the USA and has a 2-1/2 inch hitch opening which is very common for heavy duty ball mounts like what you'd need.
For and adjustable ball mount with two hitch ball sizes we have the B&W Tow and Stow part # BWTS30040B which has a 21,000 lb towing capacity. view full answer...
I do have a recommendation so that you will not have to have separate hitches as the Blue Ox SwayPro Weight Distribution # BXW1503 hitch head is specific for underslung only couplers.
I recommend getting the Blue Ox TrackPro Weight Distribution # BLU35FR for towing with your 2016 Ram 5500. While this hitch is also specific to underslung couplers you can change out the L-Bracket Plates # BLU42QR to use a standard coupler. This system is rated for trailers with a tongue weight of 1,000-1,300lbs... view full answer...
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