Fifth Wheel Rails, Hitch and Sidewinder for 2016 Ram 2500 with Ram Box
Question:
I have a 2016 Ram 2500 with 64inch Ram Box, auto level rear suspension, and I need to tow our 266inch 2014 Coachmen Chaparral 5th wheel camper. I was told I needed a patriot 5th wheel hitch with rail mounted attachment and Reese Sidewinder pin box on the trailer. What parts do I need and what will the cost be and will this be all I need? Thank you
asked by: Marvin M
Helpful Expert Reply:
For your 2016 Ram 2500 with the Rambox and without the factory rail kit you would need to start with a fifth wheel rail kit confirmed as a fit. For that I would recommend a custom install kit like the part # RP50054-58 as it will minimize drilling and install time when compared to a universal kit. I attached an install video for this on a 2016 Ram 2500 just like yours.
Then for the Blue Ox Patriot you would want the part # BWRVK3200. This will fit the Reese rails and will attach to the Sidewinder with the correct wedge part # SWW-06.
Your 2014 Coachmen Chaparral is going to have a Lippert 1621 pin box so you would need the # RP34FR for the Sidewinder. This is the only way to tow a fifth wheel trailer since your truck has the Ram Boxes.
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B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16 - 19 Inch Tall
- B and W
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Reese Sidewinder 5th Wheel King Pin with Rotating Turret - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel King Pin
- Upgraded Pin Box
- Provides Turning Clearance
- 20000 lbs GTW
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Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
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