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Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Round Tube Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 Bolt

Part Numbers: RP30075,RP30035

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Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Round Tube Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
part number: RP30075

Fifth-wheel trailer hitch provides excellent jaw-to-king-pin contact with a 2-jaw latching system. Non-binding, round-tube slider helps to eliminate clearance concerns during slow-speed turns. Rails and installation kit sold separately.

Features:

  • 2-Jaw locking system provides more jaw-to-king-pin contact than slide-bar models
    • Less rattle
    • Greater security
  • Round-tube slider provides clearance required for your short-bed pickup to turn safely at slow speeds
    • Prevents trailer from hitting the cab of your pickup during sharp, slow-speed turns
    • Inhibits binding and provides smooth operation
  • 4-Way pivoting head eases hookup on unlevel ground
  • 3" Height adjustment
  • Wide stance offers excellent stability
  • Black powder coat finish resists corrosion
  • Locking handle has cushioned grip
  • Above-bed rails and mounting kit sold separately
    • Fits Curt, Valley, Draw-Tite, Hidden-Hitch and Reese base rails
    • Cut installation time in half by using a vehicle-specific bracket kit instead of the universal kit


Specs:

  • Gross towing weight: 16,000 lbs
  • Vertical load limit: 4,000 lbs
  • Installed hitch height (including rails): 15" - 18"
  • Travel: 11" front to back
  • 5-Year limited warranty


Note: This fifth-wheel trailer hitch will not fit pickups with beds shorter than 6'. It also will not fit trucks with flareside/stepside bed. A minimum 13" extended trailer pin box is recommended. If using a slider, hitch will not adjust to lowest height setting.


Reese Double Jaw

Secure, 2-Piece Jaw

Unlike the more economical slide-bar models, the rounded, 2-piece jaw on this fifth-wheel trailer hitch inhibits rattle and movement by securely wrapping around your trailer's king pin, resulting in easier hookup and a safer, quieter ride.




Round-Tube Slider

Most often used on trucks with 6' beds, this roller helps to eliminate clearance problems during slow-speed turns. When you are towing a fifth-wheel trailer, your hitch must be situated on the cab side of your truck's rear axle. However, at slow speeds you can use a roller to slide the fifth-wheel hitch (and the trailer) toward your truck's tailgate and past the rear axle, creating enough space between the cab of your truck and the trailer to permit less-restricted turning.

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30075 Reese Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch with Round-Tube Slider - 16,000 lbs

Item # RP30075

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Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 Bolt
part number: RP30035

Install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch with this universal, 10-bolt kit. Rails, brackets and hardware included. Rails mount on top of truck bed floor. Not for use on Reese Elite Series (or Signature Series) models.

Features:

  • Base rails provide necessary attachment points for 5th-wheel trailer hitches
  • Universal brackets fit most applications
    • Adapter brackets can be used to ease installation on certain vehicles
  • Kit includes rails, brackets and hardware
  • Compatible hitches: Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley and Husky
    • Works with RBW Li'l Rocker Hitch Fifth Wheel Hitch
    • Will not fit Reese Elite Series (Signature Series) or Valley UBS hitches
  • Sturdy, black powder coated steel resists corrosion
  • 10-Year limited warranty


30035 Reese Fifth Wheel Rails and Mounting Bracket Kit - 10 Bolt Design

Replaces 6005

Item # RP30035

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Customer Reviews

Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Round Tube Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs - RP30075

Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 Bolt - RP30035

Average Customer Rating:  4.7 out of 5 stars   (581 Customer Reviews)

Fifth-wheel trailer hitch provides excellent jaw-to-king-pin contact with a 2-jaw latching system. Non-binding, round-tube slider helps to eliminate clearance concerns during slow-speed turns. Rails and installation kit sold separately. Install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch with this universal, 10-bolt kit. Rails, brackets and hardware included. Rails mount on top of truck bed floor. Not for use on Reese Elite Series (or Signature Series) models.

by: Joseph06/26/2023
1996 Chevrolet C/K Series Pickup

Was looking for a bolt on kit for bare frame rails for a hotshot truck. These require support in the middle (at least one center bolt in each rail). Ended up having a fabricator weld a plate for support and mount the rails to that. But I guess that's reasonable for a universal kit.



by: John W09/24/2019

This hitch has a feature or two we didn't even expect. It was an easy install and is performing great. Plenty of maneuverability and rock stable. etrailer's service was incredible and stayed on top of the delivery until we got it. We thought they went the second mile to make sure we got our hitch.



by: Harlan S.01/27/2013
1997 Dodge Ram Pickup

This Universal Rail Kit installed with relative ease and the included instructions were clear and easy to follow.

Karl B.

12/23/2013

Where can I get instructions on how to install the rp30035 on my 2008 chevy Silverado one ton dually, 8 foot bed.

Patrick B.

12/26/2013

You can find the instructions on our website, right here on the product page. Look for the "Installation Details" link closer to the top of the page.


by: Bryan02/20/2019

Best value for the money! I have used this hitch for a season now and I must say, it's worked out great. I use a Teflon plate with it and this hitch doesn't have much play in it going down the road. I have not had any issues with it sliding when locked.



by: Jeff L.01/28/2017
2002 Dodge Ram Pickup

I am very impressed with the fit and finish. Packaging from etrailer.com was inadequate. UPS man unloaded the package, rang the doorbell and drove away before I got outside. There was a lock washer laying on the ground and a bracket was hanging out of the box. We opened the package and inventoried everything, and to my amazement everything was there. Ordering process was very easy and my order shipped quickly. While on my lunch break at work I added 6 items to my cart and printed it so I could complete the order when I got home. About 4 hours later 3 of the 6 items increased in price. This hitch increased in price by $2, not a big deal I guess. I was able to find this item about $12 cheaper at another retailer and I provided this information to etrailer.com. Within a few hours they refunded me 110% of the difference. I am installing this on a 2002 Dodge Ram 1500 short bed and the instructions are lacking. Maybe a professional installer who has done this many times would not have any problems, but the instructions leave some things to your imagination.

Jeff L.

1/29/2018

Working great after one year of use. Use it to tow a 30 gooseneck trailer and it has worked as advertised. I bought a used 5th wheel hitch and although I have never used it, it fits perfectly in the rail system.



by: Cale09/11/2023

Worked perfect used with airlift AL57298. Didn’t see any picture of universal rails and air bag kit working togther.



by: Thomas. m12/29/2018
1997 Ford F-150 and F-250 Light Duty

Good product everything fit as it should.good instructions. Good value and free shipping



by: John 05/03/2024

Received yesterday, well packaged will know more when I get it on truck



by: Larry K01/03/2014
2014 Chevrolet Silverado

The kit arrived very quickly, in fact shipping was moved from "5 to 7 days" to "3 to 5 days"and arrived in 5 day. During Christmas rush this was great, and really appreciated. I ask a technician friend to install it for me. It went together very nicely.

I am rating this as EXCELLENT, do to the ease of installation an the escallation of the shipping arrangement. Thank You for a great product and great service.

LGK
satisfied customer

Larry K.

1/3/2015

Working great! No problems at all. Rating is still Excellent.



by: Bob P06/10/2016
2015 Ford F-150

Installed these rails with the short bed Reese bracket kit for 2015 or newer f150. Installation went well. Instructions were pretty straight forward but measurements from end of bed were not quite right and put the rails too far forward of the underbed brackets by about 2". I actually measured off the cross rails under the bed of the truck after I had installed the brackets.

Helpful hint: after getting a hole drilled on either side of the front rail to secure it to brackets under bed, put the hitch on both rails which will line up the rear rail exactly right then drill the rest of your mounting holes.

The included spacers are not quite thick enough and have come out from between the rails and bottom of the bed a few times even after I tightened bolts so much, bed started to bend. Have to find some other Shem's to make it tight enough.

I would recommend these rails eventhough it took a little bit to get them in the right location.

PS - Be very careful when drilling holes on driver side as you are right over the gas tank.



by: Greg06/04/2021
2003 Chevrolet Silverado

I sent an email and was very pleased to get a response the next day, It was a universal kit RP30035, I had to make spacers for 3 of the frame brackets, the gaps were all over the map no matter how much I squared it up, all in all I'm pleased.

Greg

6/5/2022

couldnt be more pleased, they were very helpful.



by: Vanguard RV Services01/06/2021

Worked perfectly for my application, installation was easy and it has worked with no issues.



by: Joseph08/09/2019

GREAT GREAT GREAT EXPERIENCE AND EVERYTHING THAT GOES WITH THIS WEB SITE.....PRODUCT TO PRICING TO SERVICE.....



by: Brian 09/24/2018
1996 Ford F-150

I've had this system installed in my 1996 Ford F150 for a year now. I did the installation myself and found it to be relatively easy. I had to remove the rear tires to give better access to the frame, but after I did that drilling the needed holes and bolting in the brackets was straight foward. I use these rails with a gooseneck plate and have had no trouble pulling anything yet.



by: Zach08/14/2021
2006 Chevrolet Silverado

Original package was damaged by UPS somewhere during transport and delivery. etrailer made it very easy to get the missing part (smaller mounting bracket fell out of box somewhere) and instead of just sending the one part they re sent the bolt kit, all four mounting brackets, and a new pull cord. So basically the entire assembly other than the base rails. Could’nt be happier and will post pictures as soon as it’s installed



by: John03/27/2018
2006 Chevrolet Silverado

I installed this kit in my 2006 Silverado 2500HD to hold a Reese 16k sliding hitch. The kit is very well built and had more parts than required to complete the installation. Once installed, works great and am very pleased!

The work itself is cumbersome and a couple things to be aware of. First, I squared and centered the rails as required. Before I drilled in the bed, I set the hitch in the rails and they moved slightly and had to recenter. This only tops a few minutes but I recommend setting the hitch in the rails before drilling. Second, the alignment for the front chassis brackets was challenging. You have to drill the bottom two bolt holes to ensure you can get a wrench in the nuts as the frame is enclosed there and reaching around the tank and brake lines. The instructions were not specific as to which holes to drill.



by: Tari07/14/2023
2006 Chevrolet Silverado

We received are parts and they were exactly what we order. Will recommend etrailers to friends. Already recommended them to family



by: Mike F04/25/2019

Excellent quality products from Reese along with great service and pricing from e-trailer. I did run into some availability issues from the manufacturer with my initial order but Kelsey informed me quickly so we could modify my order. My order was shipped very promptly as promised. Thank you Kelsey for the amazing customer service!



by: Lorna07/19/2021

Great 5th wheel trailer hitch product. Great customer service.



by: E.P.08/22/2017

Installation went as printed, took two of us 4 hrs. instead of 2, but I am a perfection freak, centered within 1/32" . Have not used it yet, but will be shortly. Installed to specs provided. Will purchase next hitch from etrailer, Did not call for help, but good to know they were there if needed.



by: Cindy B08/11/2016

purchased just the rails for 5th wheel receiver as we bought a used camper and the Reese Easy Loader came with it but owner did not want to remove rails from their truck. Technician was excellent in helping with installation and emailed us directions specific to my truck. Shipping was quick and install went well. We had room to use 12 bolts vs 10 so we did. We did install 1" forward in bed as we had room to do it. Better more forward when hauling. The knurled bolts were too short for our truck bed and we called and let them know. We had our own that were longer so no delay in install.

Cindy B.

8/14/2017

Fantastic!! In fact we just removed the hitch for the first time and rails are no issue in truck bed. Easy ineasy out after rails installed.



by: Gerald 03/17/2021

once i finally got the bottom platform to fit it went together quite well. It is really heavy for a 74 year old to wrestle around but i have a 40 year old son to help. Have never had to slide it back to back the fifth wheel up but have not had any close quarters to deal with. I would imagine that one of these made out of aluminum would be really expensive and probably not as strong.



by: M Gagnon06/15/2017
2003 GMC Sierra

My fifth wheel hitch kit was easy to install and has worked great!! I tow my camper around the Upper Peninsula of Michigan while fishing Lake Superior and Lake Michigan and I have no worries about my fifth wheel hitch doing its job and getting my camper where I need it! Thank you for a great product that allows me to spend more time on the water!

M G.

6/15/2018

The Reese Fifth Wheel Installation Kit that I purchased has been great. I have had no issue with it and it does everything I need it to do. Great Product!



by: Josh S. 10/31/2016

Product is as it was described. Straight forward installation. Only problem I had was minor shipping damage. The ear of the 5th wheel plate was bent from it being dropped I would guess. Better packaging would've solved this...



by: Dave W07/27/2015
1997 Chevrolet Silverado 2500

I installed the kit on a 1997 Dodge 2500. Everything worked exactly as the instructions indicated for my model. I had an existing gooseneck hitch installed, so I needed to make a few modifications to install this kit, but everything worked great.

Dave W.

8/5/2016

The fifth wheel rails have worked great!


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  • Weight Comparison of the Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Round Tube Slider and Square Tube Slider
  • The Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Round Tube Slider, # RP30075 weighs 148 lbs. The Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Square Tube Slider, # RP30051 weighs 146 lbs. Please note the linked product review videos below.
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  • Sidewinder Pivoting Pin Box for 5th Wheel Trailer Towed by 2005 Nissan Titan
  • A sliding 5th wheel hitch like the 16K Reese # RP30075 will give you enough turning clearance if your Titan has a 6-1/2-foot bed, but not if it has the 5-1/2-foot bed. The shorter bed will require that the trailer have a Sidewinder or Revolution pivoting pin box which extends turning clearance by 22-inches. You can still keep and use the slider hitch but it will need to remain in the forward locked position at all times. Sidewinder pin boxes are made as replacements for many of the most
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  • Can Reese Slider Hitch Replace Pullrite ISR Superglide Fifth Wheel Hitch
  • Since you have the ISR (industry standard rails) installed in the bed of your 2008 Chevy Silverado a Pro Series or Reese hitch would easily fit as they are designed to fit the same rail design. I'd go with the Reese Slider 16k Hitch part # RP30075 which has a tight fitting jaw design and a round tube slider that will operate smoother than a square tube.
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  • Assembly Diagram for the Reese Titan 20k Fifth Wheel Hitch part # RP30869
  • I attached a picture that has an exploded diagram of the Reese Titan 20 Fifth Wheel Hitch part # RP30869 that will show you how it all assembles. There is also a part list below the diagram for you to compare to what came with your hitch to see if you are missing anything.
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  • Converting Fixed Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch to Slider for Cab Clearance with 5-1/2 Foot Bed
  • It sounds like you have the Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch model # RP30047. If this is the case then you can simply replace the fixed legs with the Reese Square Tube Slider # RP30048 in order to convert it to a sliding model. Please keep in mind though that while a sliding hitch will certainly provide you with more cab clearance compared to a fixed unit, typically with a 5-1/2 foot bed a pivoting pin box on the trailer is needed to allow for 90 degree turns. The Reese slider will offer 10
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  • Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2002 Chevy Silverado 2500HD
  • We have fifth wheel hitches and rail kits that are confirmed as a fit for your 2002 Chevy Silverado that would work well for towing your trailer. If you have a long bed you'd need a fixed hitch like the part # RP30047 or if you have a short bed truck you'd need a slider hitch like the # RP30075 and you'd be set. For a rail kit you'd then want a custom install kit like the # RP50064-58 which is a confirmed fit for your truck and will minimize drilling and install time when compared to
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  • Will the Reese R16 5th Wheel Hitch and Slider Install in Reese Rails
  • Yeah, as long as you have the Reese above-the-bed rails in your 2013 Ford F-250 then the Reese 5th Wheel Hitch # RP30075 that you referenced would work well for you and would install easily in your existing rails.
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  • Dual Jaw Fifth Wheel Hitch to Replace RBW Little Rocker
  • Your RBW Lil Rocker fit into industry standard fifth wheel rails which are the most common style so we do have fifth wheel hitches that will fit your truck and work well. The Reese hitch part # RP30075 is a 16k hitch with a dual jaw that works great. Also, the head is cushioned to improve ride quality as well.
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  • Can 2018 Ford 150 with EcoBoost Engine Tow 7,500 Fifth Wheel Hitch
  • A 7,500 lb trailer would not be a problem at all for a 2018 Ford F-150 with the 3.5 liter EcoBoost. I looked up the capacity of your truck and every configuration of it with your engine has quite a bit more towing capacity than 7,500 lbs so you'd be good. Since you have a short bed truck you'd need a slider hitch to allow you to make sharp turns. For that I recommend the Reese 16k slider hitch part # RP30075 because this hitch has a jaw system that holds the king pin tightly and a round
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  • Can Reese 16k Hitch Head Fit on Square Tube Slider Base
  • I found the older question you referenced and yes, you could install a Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Head # # RP30047A onto the Reese Round Tube Slider for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP50024 and you'd have a slider hitch. These two parts together would essentially give you a # RP30075.
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  • Can a Reese Titan Fifth Wheel Hitch Head and Crossmember be Installed on a Square Tube Slider
  • I spoke to my contact at Reese and Pro Series and he informed me that the Reese Titan head and crossmember are not compatible with the Kwik Slide rollers. If you really want the 16 hitch with a slider you will want the # RP30075 that comes with a new slider as well. The slider is a round tube slider which will operate smoother than a square tube and actually will slide an additional inch when compared to the Kwik Slide # RP30048 that you have.
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  • Loose Pivot Pin Of Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch Head
  • I contacted the tech at Reese and regarding the Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # RP30075 head pins you mentioned and they said the head has one pivot pin. The pin needs to be able to be inserted without difficulty so there is a bit of tolerance to allow that to happen.
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  • 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch and Installation Kit for a 1997 Ford F250 Short Bed
  • For your 1997 Ford F-250 short bed I recommend the Reese 5th wheel installation kit # RP30035. It will fit if the truck with or without overload springs. If your truck has a gross vehicle weight rating under 8,500 pounds then the distance from the rear edge of the truck bed, not the tailgate, to the back edge of the rear rail is 29-1/4 inches. You would then use the hitch in the rear rail to locate the front rail and to drill the holes for the brackets. If the truck is rated over
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  • Does 2014 Ram 2500 Short Bed Need Slider Hitch to Tow Fifth Wheel Trailer
  • Yes, if your truck bed is shorter than 8 feet in length you will need a slider hitch to allow you to have the needed turning clearance without hitting the cab of your truck to the nose of the trailer. A slider hitch like the Reese 16k part # RP30075 would be a great option. For a rail kit that is confirmed as a fit for your 2016 Ram 2500 short bed you'd want the Reese rail kit part # RP50054-58. This is a custom fit kit for your truck that will minimize drilling and install time. It
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  • Fixed 5th Wheel Hitch for 2016 Ram 3500 Mega Cab with Factory 5th Wheel Prep
  • 5th wheel towing is easier with a long bed truck. Long beds avoid the need for slider hitches (and the need to get out of the truck to release the slider every time you need to make low-speed sharp turns). A 1-ton long bed like the Ram 3500 or the F-350 is an ideal choice for 5th wheel towing, both for pulling power and trailer-to-truck clearance. The linked diagram shows you the recommended minimum clearances for 5th wheel towing. Some combinations of short bed truck and trailer will
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  • What is Correct Placement Of Goose Neck Hitch Ball in Full Size Pickup
  • A goose neck hitch ball, or the center of a 5th wheel hitch head for that matter, will be located either right over the rear axle or an inch or so forward of it. You do not want a goose neck hitch ball to be located behind the rear axle since this would cause the trailer's tongue weight to push down on the rear end causing lots of sag and at the same time lift the front end of the truck. The elevated front end would cause your lights to be aimed too high and would also negatively affect
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  • Recommended Clearance Between Trailer Loft and Truck Bed Rail When 5th Wheel Towing
  • The ideal clearance between the top of the bed rails on the truck and the bottom of the loft on the trailer is indeed around 6". This will allow for clearance between the truck and trailer during most normal driving encounters such as bumps in the road, steep driveways, etc. In regards to a specific angle, this, I cannot provide as there are several factors at play that would vary for each setup. The best advice I have would be to just use common sense when you are out and about. There's
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  • Recommended Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch For 1996 Ford F-250 With 6-1/2 Ft Bed
  • Any truck with a bed shorter than 8 ft long is considered a short bed pickup. Per the attached helpful article, it is recommended to use a sliding fifth wheel hitch along with the extended pin box. Using just one or the other may not give the clearance you need when executing sharp turns, which will happen. My recommendation is to use a sliding fifth wheel hitch like the Reese Fifth Wheel, part # RP30075. This is a sliding fifth wheel that gives you 11 inches travel front to back. If
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  • Will a Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Fit in Valley 5th Wheel Rails in a 2005 Ford F-250
  • The Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch with Round Tube Slider, # RP30075, will fit in Valley 5th wheel rails. If you want to double check to make sure compare the Valley rails you have in your 2005 Ford F-250 with the following measurements. There should be 3 sets of rectangular mounting tabs on top of each rail. From side to side, the closest set is 10 inches apart on center. The center set is 20-5/8 inches apart on center. And the set at the ends of each rail are 29 inches apart on center. From
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  • Are Replacement Leaf Springs Available For Reese 5th Wheel Hitch Slider Bases
  • Les ressorts à lames pour l'attelage de remorque Reese 5th Wheel avec curseur à tube rond # RP30075 ne sont malheureusement pas une pièce que nous portons. En fait, j'ai rencontré ce problème dans le passé avec un accroc qu'un voisin a amené et a constaté que nous ne pouvions pas obtenir le ressort et a fini par remplacer la base entière par la pièce # RP50024 pour remettre le voisin sur le route. (The leaf springs for the Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Round Tube Slider # RP30075 are
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  • Scamp 19 trailer triler hitch rails installin 2001 dodGE QUAD CAB
  • We have just what you're looking for if you've got a 5th wheel hitch that fits in the industry standard base rails. For your 2001 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab you'll want to use the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 Bolt # RP30035, which will give you the base rails you need to install a 5th wheel hitch and tow a 5th wheel trailer. I've linked a review video of this kit for you to have a look at.
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  • Recommended 5th Wheel Rails And Installation Kit For 2008 Ford F-350 Crew Cab W/ 8' Bed
  • As long as your 15K RBW 5th wheel hitch uses industry standard rails I recommend the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 Bolt # RP30035 which is confirmed to fit your 2008 Ford F-350 Crew Cab with the 8' bed. I included a video of the # RP30035 being installed on a similar 2002 Ford F-250 for you to take a look at.
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  • Best Inexpensive 5th Wheel Hitch for the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit RP30035
  • The best inexpensive 5th wheel hitch that will work with the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit part # RP30035 is the Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # RP30047 because it is one of the very few options at this price point with a dual jaw design that will grip the kingpin tightly therefore minimal play can occur making for the best ride. It also has a tilting head which aids in coupling the trailer as well as multiple different height settings. It will work perfectly with
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  • Where Does Rear Rail Edge of Reese Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Go in Bed of 2001 Dodge Ram 2500
  • For your 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 Short Bed you'll place the rear rail edge 28-7/16 inches from the rear edge of the truck bed from the # RP30035. See attached picture. You'll use the fifth wheel hitch to place the front rail.
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  • Can You Install a 5th Wheel Rail Kit on a Cab and Chassis Pick-Up
  • I do have an option for you but there are not going to be any specific installation instructions on a cab and chassis model. The installation instructions for a set of 5th wheel base rails will also be specific to that particular kit you are using. I recommend the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit part # RP30035 as this will be your best option if you able to make one work but installation will be entirely up to you. I have however attached a copy of the installation instructions
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  • What Hardware is Included with the Reese Universal 5th Wheel Trailer Installation Kit
  • Thread pitch is moot because the matching nuts are included. The parts break down for the hardware included in the universal kit is in the instructions which I have linked for you. If your truck is a SuperCrew model the Universal installation kit # RP30035 is not a fit. There are custom kits available for a short or long bed. You can use Curt custom kit # C16437-104. I have linked its instructions as well. The brackets in the custom kit are custom designed to fit your truck so there
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  • Will Valley Fifth Wheel Hitches Fit in Reese Fifth Wheel Rails
  • Yes, Valley Fifth Wheel Hitches and Valley Fifth Wheel Gooseneck plates will both fit into Reese Fifth Wheel rails.
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  • Rails for Mounting Reese 14K Hitch to 1997 GMC 2500
  • If you need the mounting rails only, you would use Installation Rails, part # RP58058. The rails do not include the hardware to bolt the rails to the under bed brackets. The hardware is part # RP58430. If you are needing the installation brackets and hardware to mount the rails to the vehicle frame as well as the rails, use part # RP30035.
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  • Need Base Rails and Installation Kit for Reese 5th wheel Hitch in Toyota Tundra
  • There are two types of 5th wheel hitch base rail installation kits, the universal-fit type such as the Reese # RP30035 that you referenced, and the custom bracket type. Custom kits take less time to install and require no drilling of the vehicle frame; they are also typically a bit costlier than the universal-fit type. The Reese universal kit # RP30035 will fit most hitches from Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley and Husky and includes rails, brackets and hardware. It will
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  • 5th Wheel Trailer hitch Installation Kit for a 2014 Ford F-250 Short Bed
  • The measurement from the rear edge of the truck bed forward to the back of the rear rails should be 32-1/2 inches. For Reese universal 5th wheel installation kit # RP30035 you would look at the part in the instructions under the heading FORD F-150 & F-250 THROUGH ’96 / ‘97 F-250 OVER 8500 GVW, F350 THROUGH ’97 /1999 & NEWER F-250 / F-350 & F-450 SUPERDUTY PICKUPS (Not Cab-On-Chassis). This is sheet 11 of 23 inch the instructions linked to the right.
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  • 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch and Install Kit for a 2013 Ram 2500 Short Bed
  • For a short bed truck like your 2013 Ram 2500 I recommend a slider hitch that has 12 inches of travel so you will be able to make tighter turns without hitting the truck cab and trailer together. For a 16K hitch I recommend the Curt Q16, # C16521. It offers a secure dual jaw, 360 degree cushioned head for easy hook up and a smooth ride, and the slider base offers 12 inches of travel. For a 20K hitch we have the Curt A20, # C16541. It has the same features as the Q16 but with a higher
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  • Availability of L-Brackets of Reese Universal Fifth Wheel Rail Kit RP30035
  • We sell just the L-bracket kit of the # RP30035 with the part # RP30439 which comes with mounting hardware or we also have the part # RP58314 which comes with just the L-brackets.
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  • Reese Base Rail Installation Kit For A 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500
  • With Reese's recent buyout (2023) some of their parts are bit hard to come by during the transition, with rail kits being one of the affected items. We do still have the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit # RP30035 in stock, but these are universal fit brackets which require quite a bit of drilling into the frame. Personally, I would switch to the Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Chevy/GMC # C16411-204 to have custom-fit brackets that will match up to the factory
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  • Reese Rail Kit that Can Fit 2019 Ford F-250 Short Bed
  • The universal fifth wheel rail kit part # RP30035 could fit your 2019 Ford F-250 but would not be my first choice for a rail kit for your truck. Instead I'd recommend a custom install kit part # RP50074-58 which will minimize drilling and would place the rails at the right distance apart which would be 22 inches.
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  • Will the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit Fit a 2018 Ford F-150
  • I have two options for you to use part of the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part # RP30035 that you have now. The first option and the best one is to obtain the Reese Quick-Install Custom Bracket Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part # RP50087 which is a custom fit so no drilling into the frame whatsoever is required. The other option if you don't mind drilling to save a bit of money would be to use the Reese Mounting Bracket Kit for 5th
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  • Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for a 1996 Ford F-250
  • For a set of industry standard fifth wheel rails for your 1996 Ford F-250 you would want the part # RP30035 that you referenced as the Curt kit you referenced will only fit newer trucks than yours. The # RP30035 does require some drilling of the truck frame, but since there are no options for your truck that do not require drilling this will be your best options.
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  • Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for 2006 Ford F-250 For Reese Hitch
  • Yes, the Reese universal rail kit part # RP30035 will work well for you. It is a fit for your 2006 Ford F-250 and will provide the type of rails that the Reese Select Plus # RP30928 is designed to fit. The other option you might consider is a custom install rail kit which will install in less than half the time and minimize drilling. For that you'd want the part # RP50082-58. Check out the install video I attached for this kit as well.
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  • How To Mount a Curt 5th Wheel Hitch On a 1999 Dodge Ram 3500
  • The best option we have to install a Curt 5th Wheel Hitch on a 1999 Dodge Ram 3500 is with the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part # RP30035. This install kit will allow you to use any fifth wheel hitch which mounts to industry standard rails such as those from Reese, Curt, Husky, etc.
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  • B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 2005 Ford F-350 Super Duty with 8 foot bed
  • It is impossible to accurately guess what rails they had installed at this point. Yes, the Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit, # RP30035, that you linked to will fit your 2005 Ford F-350 Super Duty with 8 foot bed and it may even match the previously drilled holes. My suggestions however, is to go with the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails, # BWRVK2400. These custom-fit brackets mount to existing holes in your vehicle's frame. Just remove the old hardware left there
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  • Base Rails For 2015 Ford F-150 and F-250
  • The Reese # RP30035 is a confirmed fit for the 2015 Ford F-250, but not for the 2015 Ford F-150. For your F-150 you can use the Reese # RP50087-58 Base Rails. Translation English to French: Le Reese # RP30035 est un ajustement confirmé pour le Ford F-250 2015, mais pas pour le Ford F-150 2015. Pour votre F-150, vous pouvez utiliser les rails de base Reese # RP50087-58. This kit includes the needed base rails along with custom brackets that eliminate the need to drill into your truck's
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