Fifth Wheel Rail Location for Bed of 2003 Chevy Silverado 2500 Short Bed
Question:
I bought a gently used Reese Pro Series 15k hitch. Everything was included except the directions. Im a very mechanically inclined person so Im installing it myself. I dont know the measurements for my 6.5ft. box. Can you help?
asked by: Nick G
Expert Reply:
Sounds like you have universal fifth wheel rail kit and are looking for the measurements needed to install them in the bed of your 2003 Chevy Silverado 2500 short bed. The Reese kit part # RP30035 would be what you'd have most likely.
When installing the Reese kit # RP30035, the measurement from the rear edge of the truck bed to rear edge of base rail is 25-1/8 inches for the 6-1/2 foot bed. The king pin of the fifth wheel will be centered directly over the rear axle.
You should note that the hardware is considered one time use so you'd need to replace it with # RP58504.
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Replacement Hardware Kit for Reese 5th Wheel Base Rails - 10 Bolt
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Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 Bolt
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