Installing a Reese 16 K Fifth Wheel Hitch on a 1988 Chevy Pickup
Question:
I need to mount a 16K reese in an 1988 Chev 2500 long bed. Where do I place the center of the 5th wheel? I have heard 52 inches from the cab and also 2 inches before the rear axle. Where does the 5th wheel go? using standard rails.
asked by: Rob
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Expert Reply:
If you are using the universal install kit, part # RP30035, the hitch would be installed so that the king pin is approx. 1 1/2 inches in front of the rear axle center. Below is a copy of the installation instructions.
expert reply by:
Mike L
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Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 Bolt
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Universal
- Above the Bed
- Reese
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Carl B.
4/7/2013
are the RP30035 and RP30095 the same except the 35 is 10 bolt and the 95 is 4 bolt?? will the 95 also fit a lil rocker 15k? which is easiest to install?