Fifth Wheel Hitch Installation Kit for 1998 Dodge Ram 3500
Question:
Is this a clamp on or bolt on. I would feel more comfortable with the kit bolted on. Is there a video for bolt on kits?
asked by: Timothy H
Expert Reply:
For the 1998 Dodge Ram truck, the only available fifth wheel installation kit available would be a universal kit, like the # RP30035 from Reese. This kit uses brackets that bolt directly to the truck's frame, and drilling is required.
The Reese Elite Under-Bed Mount you referenced, part # RP30074 is a fit for 2003-2013 Dodge Ram 3500 trucks and would not fit on your 1998 Ram. This install kit does indeed clamp around the frame members, rather than bolting to them. Reese's design and engineering work determined that when the mounting hardware is properly torqued, the installation is more than strong enough to meet the 18K capacity of the install kit.
I've linked you to an install video showing the # RP30035 kit being used to install a fifth wheel hitch on a 2002 Dodge Ram truck. I've also inked you to the installation instructions.
Products Referenced in This Question
Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 Bolt
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Universal
- Above the Bed
- Reese
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