How to Install a Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch in a 2016 Ford F-350 with Hitch Prep
Question:
I have a 4 month old Reese 20k 5th wheel hitch and am abiut to buy a new truck. The one we want has the Hitch Prep and I understand only the Reese Elite will fit that prep. Can I install my rails and 20k hitch or will the existing Ford Hitch Prep interfere?
asked by: Tom M
Expert Reply:
To install your current Pro Series 20k fifth wheel hitch like part # RP30928 in the bed of a Ford truck that has a Hitch Prep package all you need is the part # RP30156.
This will install in the Hitch Prep pucks and will provide you with a set of industry standard fifth wheel rails for your hitch to attach to. I attached an install video for you to check out as well that shows how it would install in your new truck.
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Reese Elite Series Underbed Rail Adapter for Standard 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 20,000 lbs
- Accessories and Parts
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Adapters
- Rail Adapter
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Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Single Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 14 - 18 Inch Tall
- Reese
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