Since you have a tonneau cover, the best option would be to go with the Westin Truck-Pal Fold-Up Bed Ladder, # 10-3000, as it does not have a bracket that needs to be mounted on the top of the tail gate, which the Convert-A-Ball Step Gate - Universal Truck Tailgate Step - 1 Step, # CAB-SG, does have. That bracket on the Covert-A-Ball could cause fit issues with the tonneau cover, so it would be best to avoid that possibility and go with the ladder. I have also included a link to other step-up... view full answer...
The Dee Zee Heavyweight Truck Bed Mat, part # DZ86887 is designed for 1999 -2007 Silverado or Sierra with the standard short bed. The Bed Mat, part # DZ86799 is designed for the 1962-2006 model year trucks with the short step or sport side bed. The photo shown for the DZ86799 is a typical photo, and is not exactly what the bed mat looks like. view full answer...
A frame-mounted camper tie-down system will generally be a better option than a clamp-on type since it uses the strength of the truck's frame to secure the slide-in camper. For your 2017 Ram 1500 we have a number of such frame-mount kits from TorkLift that appear on the linked page.
The fit of the front and rear tie-downs depends on the truck's overall configuration including bed length, hitch type and whether or not there is a step under the bed. You can use the Select Vehicle Style... view full answer...
First of all the board or step underneath truck bed is referring to nerf bar or step that extends past the cab of your 2013 Ram 1500 to where it can also be used for accessing items in your bed. These will look like the Westin R5 Modular Nerf Bars # 28-534310.
There are really 3 different types of tie down anchors used for anchoring a slide in truck camper. Really a good, better, best comparison.
The Brophy Clamp On Camper Tie-Downs # HSSF are the good anchors. These anchors are the... view full answer...
The Bestop TrekSteps part # B75300 and # B7540015 are very similar in that they both provide a step. However, the biggest difference is how each installs and where they will end up being located on your truck. The # B75300 attaches to the bumper of your vehicle, whereas the # B7540015 attaches to the truck frame.
What this means is that the bumper mount version is designed for use at the rear of the truck and frame mount is designed to install in front of the rear wheel to the truck frame.... view full answer...
The difference between the two styles of trucks is the standard 8 ft bed is not equipped for a fifth wheel hitch where as the one with a factory rail kit is equipped with pucks in the bed of the truck for a fifth wheel hitch. Just mount a hitch like the Curt Q16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Ford OEM Legs, # C16520-16017, into the pucks in the bed of the truck and you are ready to tow.
For a truck that is not equipped with the puck system, you would then have the option of installing a... view full answer...
The Brophy Camper Hold-Down Kits # HSSF and # HSBP differ in their finish. The HSBP has a zinc finish while the HSSF has a black powder-coat finish.
Both of these products are intended to fit a broad range of trucks with the exceptions of some double-wall beds, step-side beds, and some dually and import trucks. These fit trucks that have a downward lip on the underside of the bed rail. Bed liners may require trimming in some cases.
Both kits feature easy no-drill 2-bolt installation... view full answer...
The Westin Fey SureStep Bumper # 21002-92230 is a fit for your 1992 F-150 with standard bed and the same is true for the Surestep Deluxe XLT Rear Bumper # 21007-92230. The only difference between these two bumpers is that the step-pad surface on # 21007-92230 extends down over the lip of the chromed surface.
I confirmed with my technical contact at Westin that both of these will fit your F-150. Both come complete with the required custom installation kit and install without drilling. view full answer...
The main difference between the Curt trailer hitch # C14355 and hitch # 13355, is capacity. Both hitches feature a 2 inch receiver. Both hitches will fit on your truck if it has a 20 inch or smaller spare tire. But the key is the weight capacity of each hitch.
The Class IV trailer hitch, # C14355, has a tongue weight capacity of 1,000 pounds, and a gross trailer weight capacity of 10,000 pounds. When used with weight distribution, those ratings increase to 1,200/12,000 pounds. Keep in... view full answer...
The three Curt trailer hitches that you referenced, parts # C15300, # C15318 and # C15319, all are 2-inch Class V hitches that share common weight ratings and all fit your 1998 Dodge Ram 2500 Longbed with a factory standard or step bumper. All three can be seen on the link provided for you.
The difference between them is that the # C15300 fits some Ford F-Series and Bronco trucks in addition to fitting your 1998 Dodge Ram. This hitch will not fit trucks with a roll pan bumper and installation... view full answer...
Your 2019 Ram 3500 4X4 diesel with the 8' bed and factory running boards under the cab. You have two options, depending on your vehicle's options.
If you have the 8' bed with a fixed board under your cab with factory installed hitch, you will need the following items.
TorkLift Talon Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Aluminum - Front, part # TL94FR
TorkLift Talon Custom Frame-Mounted Camper Tie-Downs - Aluminum - Rear, part # TL34FR
If you have the 8' bed with a factory electric... view full answer...
I recommend the HitchMate TireStep Adjustable Step for SUVs, RVs and Light Trucks - 22" x 10" - 400 lbs, # HE4040 over the Powerbuilt Adjustable Tire Step for SUVs, RVs, and Trucks - 300 lbs # ALL647596. I prefer the HitchMate because the actual step is 3 inches deeper and that gives a little more support. The weight rating is 100 lbs more which makes it feel stonger, and it comes with a bag to store or carry it. view full answer...
The difference between HitchMate TruckSteps, parts # HE4045 and # HE4037 is that the latter is the XL version which has a larger step pad and extends 2 more inches than the standard version.
The # HE4045 measures 9-1/4 by 5-1/2 inches and the # HE4037 measures 11-1/4 by 8-1/2 inches. view full answer...
Short bed trucks work well to pull 5th wheel trailers, but they require a sliding hitch like the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Dual Jaw - 18,000 lbs # BWRVK3270 which will work well with your trailer. This hitch has 12 inches of travel between the locked towing position and the rear locked turning position for maneuvering around gas pumps and such that require greater turning clearances.
There are some hitches like the Demco Hijacker Autoslide # DM8550034 that will... view full answer...
There are two ways to install a fifth wheel hitch on a pick up truck. One would be to use standard bed-mounted rails. Brackets are mounted to the truck frame with the bed rails sitting directly above. Holes are drilled down through the truck bed to correspond with holes in the brackets bolted to the frame, allowing the bed rails to be securely bolted down. The rails have slots in them that allow the hitch to be installed and removed pretty conveniently. The problem here is that once the... view full answer...
Both the Brophy # AS24 and the TorkLift # TLA7804 are easily removed when not in use- and it's actually recommended that you do so. Additionally, they both weigh in around 26-lbs total, so they're easy to move on and off; so they'd both be great choices for what you're looking for.
Overall I prefer the TorkLift # TLA7804 because of the quality of TorkLift products in general, plus you'll have the ability to add the All Terrain Landing Gear for TorkLift GlowStep Scissor Steps for RVs #... view full answer...
The DeeZee Universal Truck Tailgate Mat # DZ86700 will match the DeeZee Custom Fit Bed Mat for your 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. I have included a link to our selection of DeeZee Truck Bed Mats so you can select the bed length and style for your specific 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Just a reminder, the tailgate mat is intended for trucks will bare tailgates and will not work on a tailgate with spray-in or drop-in liners. view full answer...
The difference between the # CARR109772 and the # CARR105772 is the mounting brackets that are vehicle specific. The # CARR105772 won't fit your truck.
For your 2019 Ram 2500, you'll want to go with the # CARR109772 which are compatible with all cab styles. The steps are sold in pairs.
I've linked to a product demonstration video for a similar step. view full answer...
All four manufacturers, Demco, Husky, Curt, and Reese are great companies that have been in the 5th wheel towing business for a long time. I would have no problem recommending any of them for a towing setup.
Since your 1999 Dodge Ram has a 6 foot bed you will need a sliding 5th wheel hitch to give you extra turning clearance for those tight turning situations.
The best 5th wheel sliding hitch that we have to offer is from Demco. The Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch enables you... view full answer...
We have a rack for you!
The Erickson Truck Bed Ladder Rack for the 2020 Toyota Tundra, part # EM07705, is not adjustable. However, another one is.
It's the Yakima OverHaul HD Truck Bed Rack, part # Y01151-5968. It can sit above your bed rails anywhere between 19" and 30", giving a range of difference if you choose to go this route. I've linked to a video review of this system for you to look at. view full answer...