Recommended Position for 5th Wheel Base Rails in Reese Universal Kit # RP30035

Question:

I have a 1984 ford f350 with an 8 foot bed. I have the universal rail kit. What are the measurements for were the rails should be mounted?

asked by: Jarrod

Expert Reply:

For the Reese universal 5th wheel hitch installation kit # RP30035 the placement of the rear hitch rail is as follows: The REAR edge of the REAR rail should be 32-1/2-inches from the rear edge of the truck bed (not the tailgate, but the bed itself). Once you have this rear rail installed you can use you hitch legs as a template to help you position the front rail in the correct location.

The written instructions for this kit are linked for your reference. Please refer to sheet 10 for your specific application in your 1984 Ford F-350 with 8-foot bed.

expert reply by: Adam R