Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch For A 2021 Chevy Silverado 2500 W/ Short Bed
Question:
I have a 2021 Chevy 2500 diesel standard short bed. it does not have the factory 5th wheel option. But it does have the trailer package. Anyway, I have a Reese head #30049. Do you sell the rest of the items I need to get this installed rails, pins, slider, etc...? Or do you recommend just starting over and buying an entire 5th wheel slider setup? Maybe youd recommend a better 5th wheel manufacture for my truck? Also, the less drilling into my truck bed, the better. Please advise.
asked by: John M
Expert Reply:
If you just have the head and not the full hitch and it's an older model I recommend just getting a whole new set up. Since you have a short bed I recommend the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R16 Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000lbs # C16521 and Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC Truck - Carbide Finish # C16429-204.
The jaws on this hitch prevent rattling and movement and it comes with a three point indicator system to help you easily determine the coupling status of your hitch.
Since this is a custom fit item and not a universal kit it will require less drilling to install as well.
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