Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for Reese Hitch Installed in 2008 Toyota Tundra Short Bed

Question:

About 5 years ago I purchased and installed a Reese 5th wheel sliding hitch to use in my 1996 Chevy 1500K pickup to pull a 1999 Fleetwood Prowler 25foot trailer. Im looking at buying a used 2008 Toyota Tundra 4WD, will this same hitch work in the Tundra? I assume I would need to at least buy new bars for the Tundra to mount the hitch to if it will work. Or will I need to buy all new bars, slider- hitch, and mounting kit for the 2008 Tundra? Thank you for your help.

asked by: Jack M

Expert Reply:

Your Reese slider fifth wheel hitch can easily be transferred to your 2008 Toyota Tundra. All you need is the correct rail kit confirmed as a fit for the truck.

For that I would recommend the custom install kit part # RP50084-58 as it will install much easier and faster than a universal style kit and because it minimizes drilling as well. The universal kit that is a fit for your truck is the part # RP30035-309 which is priced better but the install will be much more involved and time consuming.

expert reply by: Jameson C