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Reese Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - Dodge Ram 1500

Reese Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - Dodge Ram 1500

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10-Bolt kit with semi-custom brackets lets you install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch on your Dodge Ram 1500. Hardware included. Not for use with Reese Elite Series (or Signature Series) model hitches. 1-800-940-8924 to order Reese fifth wheel installation kit part number RP30035-386 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Reese products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Reese Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - Dodge Ram 1500. Fifth Wheel Installation Kit reviews from real customers.
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Reese Fifth Wheel Installation Kit

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  • Semi-Custom

10-Bolt kit with semi-custom brackets lets you install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch on your Dodge Ram 1500. Hardware included. Not for use with Reese Elite Series (or Signature Series) model hitches.


Features:

  • Semi-custom brackets mount beneath your truck bed to provide attachment points for 5th-wheel rails
  • 10-Bolt base rails sit in truck bed and provide necessary attachment points for 5th-wheel trailer hitches
  • Compatible hitches: Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Reese, Valley and Husky
    • Will not fit Reese Elite Series (Signature Series) or Valley UBS hitches
  • Sturdy, black powder coated steel resists corrosion
  • Kit includes base rails, universal brackets, semi-custom brackets and hardware
  • 5-Year limited warranty


30035 and 58386 Reese Fifth Wheel Rails and Mounting Bracket Kit for Dodge Ram 1500 - 10 Bolt

Item # RP30035-386

Installation Details RP30035-386 Installation instructions

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Reese Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - Dodge Ram 1500 - RP30035-386

Average Customer Rating:  4.7 out of 5 stars   (9 Customer Reviews)

10-Bolt kit with semi-custom brackets lets you install your fifth-wheel trailer hitch on your Dodge Ram 1500. Hardware included. Not for use with Reese Elite Series (or Signature Series) model hitches.

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2014 Dodge Ram Pickup

Ordered this product for my 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab Express on 12/17/14 at about 8 PM PST. To my surprise it shipped that very same night and i received it on 12/22/14. The truck specific mounts are very beefy and fit perfectly. My only complaint is that when i took the mounts out of the box, the paint was chipping off the edges of one of them. It was coming off in large pieces all the way around the mount. I spent most of today 12/28/14 installing it myself. Got the mounts all in and all the holes drilled for the rails and then removed the rails for spray in bedliner install tomorrow. Once that is done i will re-install the rails and put my truck back together. I had to remove the splash guards from the rear fender wells and drop the spare tire. I also had to re-route one wire and modify the ring on the ground wire to still fit on the mounting bolt that is right next to the drivers side rear mount.

Chris

7/13/2015

Did you need to drill holes for mounting brackets to the frame or were there mounting holes in the frame already?

Steven H.

7/17/2015

Chris, There were no holes, I had to drill the frame. I did alot of looking around before i purchased these and i could not find a no-drill installation kit. I also could not find a cheaper price anywhere.



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2015 Ram 1500

The bed rail kit shipped and arrived promptly. I had heard that installation on 5 1/2' boxes is difficult and that proved to be very true. That's not the fault of the product, but the instructions were vague enough and in one instance lacking in proper direction which caused two calls in order to get clarification. The response was quick and helpful. All in all, I got what I wanted when I wanted it without major surprises. Looks like a winner.



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Product arrived within three Days. Everything was there. Instructions were OK. All went well. Took my time and was happy with the result. I live in Oklahoma and when I need something for my 5th wheel or truck, I go to E-Trailer. They are outstanding.
Mike



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Box arrived today .... (Est. was 7-23 - 7-28) can't complain about that part... I did have to call etrailer, because the box arrived damaged and partly opened. However, they were very helpful in making sure everything ordered was in the box.... Everything did arrive intact....
Will order from again if need anything....



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good product will be pulling fifth wheel camper using side winder hitch



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Local Yipes Stripes wanted $600 for rails, installed on my truck.
I bought these for about a third of the cost and paid local camper dealer $180 to install.
Total Savings ..... around $200

And shipping is FAST!



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2014 Dodge Ram Pickup

product worked great. after totaling the first truck I had it on, I purchased another product to put into my new work truck

Audey

7/10/2018

GREAT, no problems what so ever



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Everything fit perfect. Great quality p roduct!



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2016 Ram 1500

Great product


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  • How to Tow a Fifth Wheel Trailer with a 2011 Ram 1500 with 5-1/2 foot bed
    Since you have such a short bed on your 2011 Ram 1500 (5-1/2 foot) your only option for towing a fifth wheel trailer will be to replace your current pin box with a Sidewinder pin box so that you would have enough clearance to make tight turns. Sidewinders are pin box specific so you will first need to know what pin box you have now in order to pick out the correct one. There should be a sticker or a stamping on the OEM pin box of the trailer that will list the pin box number that is on...
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  • Reese Bed Rail Recommendation For 2012 Ram 1500
    The Reese Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - Dodge Ram 1500 Item # RP30035-386 is a confirmed fit for your vehicle.
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  • 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Kit for a 2014 Ram 1500 with 5-1/2 Foot Bed
    All of the 5th wheel trailer hitch installation kits for your 2014 Ram 1500 with 5-1/2 foot bed will require some frame drilling. You can use # RP30035-386 for your truck. I have linked the instructions to the right for you. You mentioned having a slider hitch but a slider will not allow you to make 90 degree turns without hitting the truck cab and trailer together. Also, you will not be able to slide the hitch back with the trailer connected without removing the tailgate. You will have...
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  • Reese Semi-Custom Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for 2010 Dodge Ram 1500
    For your 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 we have the very similar Reese semi-custom fifth wheel rail kit part # RP30035-386. This is basically the # RP30035 with an extra bracket so that it fits your 2010 Dodge Ram 1500. The # RP30035 by itself would not fit.
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  • Do Reese 5th Wheel Install Brackets RP58386 Fit a 2016 Ram 1500 5.7 Liter Quad Cab
    For your 2016 Ram 1500 Reese brackets # RP58386 are listed as a fit for the 2016 Ram 1500 except for models with the factory air suspension package or the EcoDiesel motor. But this is only part of a complete kit. The complete kit is # RP30035-386.
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  • 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch and Installation Kit for a 2015 Ram 1500 Long Bed
    The first thing you will need to add a 5th wheel trailer hitch to your 2015 Ram 1500 is an installation kit. You can use semi-custom installation kit # RP30035-386 to minimize the amount of frame drilling required. For a good entry level hitch I recommend the Reese # RP30047. It features a 4-way pivoting head and dual jaw design. I have linked a video review of this hitch for you. I also recommend adding an in-bed 7-Way trailer connector so its easier to connect the trailer to the truck....
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  • Availability of Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2010 Dodge Ram with 5-1/2 Foot Bed
    There are two major considerations that will determine if you can safely tow a fifth wheel trailer with your truck, the weight capacity of the truck itself and the clearance needed between the truck cab and the trailer. You will want to determine if your truck has a sufficient Gross Trailer Weight Capacity to tow the fifth wheel you have in mind. In the owners manual, or on a sticker located on the drivers side door jamb you should find the GCWR and the GVW. The Gross Combined Weight Rating...
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  • Recommendation for 5th Wheel Rails on a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 5-1/2 Foot Bed
    I can help you understand more about finding a set of rails for your 2012 Dodge Ram 1500. The rail kit you need to install the Valley hitch on your 2012 Ram is # RP30035-386. The Valley hitch part # 7054 is a now discontinued slider hitch that fits nearly all above-bed fifth wheel rails as it is designed to fit the industry standard rail design. Sliding hitches aren't recommended to be used on trucks with 5-1/2 foot beds because they cause the pin box of the trailer to come in contact...
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  • Recommended Custom 5th Wheel Rails And Hitch For 2016 Ram 1500 5-1/2 Foot Bed With Air Suspension
    For your 2016 Ram 1500 with 5-1/2 foot bed without EcoDiesel Engine, the Reese Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - Dodge Ram 1500, # RP30035-386 will not fit due to your factory air suspension. The kit you will need is the Reese Quick-Install Custom Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches, # RP50142-58, which will fit models with air suspension systems. The Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Wiring Harness # RP30033, will fit...
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  • 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Kit for a 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab
    For a 2013 Dodge Ram 1500 with either the 5-1/2 foot or 6 foot bed you can use 5th wheel installation kit # RP30035-386. Even though this is a Reese kit the Curt hitch will fit. If you have the 5-1/2 foot bed then you would use a fixed 5th wheel hitch or you would always leave a slider in the tow position, never slide it back. And you would have to use a Sidewinder in order to have enough clearance to make tight turns. If the Curt hitch is an E5 like the one you referenced, it will work...
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  • Recommended Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit for a 2014 Ram 1500 6 Foot Bed Without Eco
    Yes, the Reese semi-custom base rail kit # RP30035-386 will be a fit for your 2014 Ram 1500 without the Eco Diesel engine. The 10-bolt base rails sit in the truck bed and provide the necessary attachment points for your 5th wheel trailer hitch. An alternative base rail kit to consider is the Curt fifth wheel installation kit # C16306-204. These are currently less expensive and easier to install. Unfortunately, at this time we don't have any installation videos to assist you but please...
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  • Fifth Wheel Towing Setup Recommendation for a 2012 Ram 1500
    On a truck with as short of a bed as your 2012 Ram 1500 with a 5-1/2 foot bed you can't use a sliding hitch as it would damage the tailgate of the truck if you were to activate the slider plus you wouldn't have enough clearance to make sharp turns. Your only option would be a stationary hitch and then installing a Sidewinder pin box on your trailer. Sidewinders are pin box specific so you will first need to know what pin box you have know in order to pick out the correct one. There should...
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  • Will the Reese Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit Fit a 2019 Ram 1500
    The Reese Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit part # RP30035-386 is for a 2019 Ram 1500 Classic. That said, the kit requires you to drill into your frame which is not what I recommend. Instead, I recommend the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit which does not require any drilling into the frame. If you have a 2019 Ram 1500 Classic then you need part # RP50142-58 but if you have a 2019 Ram 1500 then you need part # RP56018-53.
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  • Can Air Lift Suspension Work With Reese 5th Wheel Install Kit And Demco 5th Wheel On 2012 Ram 1500
    The Reese Installation Kit, part # RP30035-386 will work well with the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Ultimate Air Helper Springs you have installed on your 2012 Ram 1500. The Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, part # DM8550040 will also be a great fit for your truck with the Reese above bed rail kit. The # DM8550040 slider gives you an additional 22-1/2 inches of clearance for those tight turns. If you need a 7-way connector in the bed of your truck I recommend part # 41157.
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  • Parts Needed to Install 5th Wheel Hitch on 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab Short Bed
    To install a fifth-wheel hitch in your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab Pickup with a 5 foot 7 inch bed you will need to use the Universal Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Installation Kit with Rails, item # RP30035-386, along with a Sidewinder Fifth Wheel King Pin with Rotating Turret (see link). The Sidewinder is designed specifically for short bed pickups less than 6 feet long. This item will give you clearance to maneuver without contact between the trailer loft and the pickup cab. You will need...
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  • Recommendation for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch and Install Kit for Use with Sidewinder on 2010 Dodge Ram
    Sidewinders, like # RP61412, are designed to be used with stationary hitches but can be used with a slider hitch as long as the slider remains locked in the towing position while towing or connected to a trailer. I have included a link to our FAQ article on Sidewinders for reference. To determine the best 5th wheel trailer hitch and installation kit for your truck, I will need to know a little more about it. Is your Big Horn a 1500, 2500, or 3500. Does it have overload springs. Is it a...
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  • Does the 16K Fifth Wheel Hitch, # RP30047 Come with Rails and Brackets for a 2010 Dodge Ram Pickup
    The 16K Fifth Wheel Hitch, # RP30047, does not come with rails and brackets. You will need an installation kit. You can use Reese Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches, # RP30035-186. I have included instructions for this kit below. This kit will fit 2500 or 3500 series Dodge Rams with 6 or 8 foot beds. For a Dodge Ram 1500, use # RP30035-386.
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  • 5th Wheel Installation kit Recommendation for 2014 Dodge 1500 Short Bed
    The only fifth wheel bracket and rail kit I can recommend for you 2014 Ram 1500 with a 5-1/2 ft bed is the Reese Rail Kit part # RP30035-386. This rail kit will require some drilling for installation. The part # RP56001 that you referenced is designed for GM vehicles so it would not work for you.
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  • Suspension Enhancement Recommendation for a 2011 Dodge Ram 1500 Quad Cab Short Bed
    Basically, the truck is only rated for a certain amount and adding suspension enhancement will not increase the towing capacity or payload. Adding suspension enhancement will just help with ride quality, leveling the vehicle when under load, and it will help protect the suspension. Suspension enhancement is still a good idea for the reasons I have listed above. Since you will be towing a 5th wheel trailer which is a load that does not shift and has a constant weight more or less, I would...
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  • Base Rails and Installation Kit for 2011 Ram 1500
    To add base rails in the bed of your 2011 Ram 1500 to mount your Pro Series fifth wheel hitch you have two options, one of which is the Reese Semi-Custom Base Rail and Installation Kit # RP30035-386, which will require drilling into the frame of your truck to install. The other option, and the one I recommend, is the Reese Custom Installation Kit with Base Rails # RP50142-58 because it will not require any drilling into your frame, is a shorter install and has a 10-year warranty compared...
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  • How to Tow a Fifth Wheel Trailer with a 2010 Dodge Ram with 5-1/2 foot Bed
    You can tow a fifth wheel trailer with your 2010 Dodge Ram 1500, but you will need a Sidewinder pin box on your trailer so that you have clearance to make tight turns. Sidewinder cannot be used on the A series of Curt hitches, like # C16521, as the jaws are too wide. If it is the E-series like part # C16115 that has the narrower jaws they can be used. You will need to remove the pin box of the trailer and replace it with a Sidewinder pin box. Sidewinders are pin box specific so you will...
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  • Parts Needed to Tow a Fifth Wheel Trailer with a 2012 Dodge Ram 1500
    The Sidewinder pin box will be the only route for your truck since you have a 5-1/2 foot bed on your 2012 Ram 1500. Slider hitches can only be used on 6 feet and longer truck beds since they don't give enough clearance to allow the trailer to turn. You will need to remove the pin box of the trailer and replace it with a Sidewinder pin box. Sidewinders are pin box specific so you will first need to know what pin box you have now in order to pick out the correct one. There should be a sticker...
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  • Fifth Wheel Hitch and Installation Kit Recommendation for a 2011 Short Bed Dodge Ram 1500
    Yes we do, if you have a 6 foot or 5-1/2 foot bed you would to start with the Reese Fifth Wheel Installation kit part # RP30035-386. If you have a 6 foot bed you will need a hitch with a slider to give you clearance to make 90 degree turns. For that you would want the Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Round Tube Slider # RP30075. If you have a 5-1/2 foot bed you will need to go a different route. A slider hitch would not give you enough clearance so you will need to use a stationary hitch...
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  • 5th Wheel Hitch Install Kit for 2014 Ram 1500 5 Foot 7 Inch Bed w/ Gas Engine
    If your truck does not have the Rambox, and is NOT equipped with the optional air suspension and since the truck doesn't have the Eco Diesel engine, you can use the # RP30035-386 install kit. There is not a rail kit available for vehicles equipped with the air suspension. Since your truck has the 5 foot 7 inch bed, the sliding hitch included with your 5th wheel won't provide enough clearance for making turns. As things stand now, the front corners of the trailer loft will probably strike...
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