Fifth Wheel Hitch and Install Kit Recommendation for a 2014 Ram 1500
Question:
I have a 2014 Dodge Ram, Quad Cab with a 5.7 and 8 speed trans, and 321 ratio. I am interested in a Fifth Wheel Camper the UVW is 7200 pounds with a hitch weight of 1250. Can I tow this. The Camper dealer says yes, thanks
asked by: Steven T
Helpful Expert Reply:
From the research I did it looks like the 2014 Ram 1500 has a towing capacity range of 4,500 lbs all the way up to 8,500 lbs. You will want to check your vehicle owners manual to determine exactly what your capacity is. I would imagine yours is on the higher end of 8,500 lbs based on the options you listed.
For a fifth wheel install kit you would want a custom install kit like the part # RP50142-58 that would install in about half the time as a universal kit and would minimize drilling.
If you have an 8 foot bed you could use a stationary hitch like the Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30047. But if you have a short bed truck you would need a slider hitch like the part # C95DR so that you could make sharp turns without cab interference.
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Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ S20 Slider - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Economy - Slide-Bar Jaw
- 14 - 17 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- CURT
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Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
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- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
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- 13-1/2 - 17 Inch Tall
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Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
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Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter w/ Offset - 12" to 16" Tall
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- Offset
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Adjustable Height
- King Pin Adapters
- Convert-A-Ball
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