Where Do Fifth Wheel Rails Set in the Truck Bed of a 1989 Dodge Ram Long Bed
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How far from the tail gate do I mount the back rail ?? Thanks
asked by: Mack W
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Expert Reply:
For your 1989 Dodge Ram truck with a long bed the recommended distance to mount the rear rail of the Reese kit part # RP30035 is 29-5/8 inches. You would then use the hitch to set the front rail by first setting the rear mounting tabs in the rear rail.
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Jameson C
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Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 Bolt
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
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- Above the Bed
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Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Square Tube Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
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- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 15 - 18 Inch Tall
- 10 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
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