Installing a Fifth Wheel Hitch on a 2005 Chevy Silverado

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How do you install a 5th wheel hitch on an 2005 Silverado?

asked by: Jake

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Expert Reply:

Assuming that you are using the RP50064-58 install kit from Reese the install involves to main components. First, the brackets. The brackets attach to the frame rail below the bed. The other main component, the rails, sit in the bed and bolt the brackets, through the bed, below.

I have added a link to a video of this kit being installed on a 2008 GMC Sierra that will provide a much clearer visualization of how the kit is installed. I have also included a link to the instructions below in case you do not have them.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

You will want the hitch to be set at the height that 1) allows the trailer to be level, and 2) allows you a minimum of 6 inches between the bottom of the trailer loft and the top of the bed rails. The fifth wheel hitches offer several inches of up…

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Answer 2

To determine the maximum trailer weight capacity you can tow with your 2006 Chevy Silverado 2500, you will need take your Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) and subtract that by the the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of your truck from the (GCWR) that…

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Answer 3

Yes, the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C11377 will fit your 2016 Mazda 3 iSport Sedan. We do have a review from another customer who installed this on their 2015 iSport though and they said they had to use the back feeder hole (not too sure what they…

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Answer 4

According to the owner's manual for your 2018 Mazda 3, "Your Mazda is not designed for towing. Never tow a trailer with your Mazda." However, if you choose to ignore this recommendation then you will want to use the Curt Trailer Hitch…

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Answer 5

To install the B&W Patriot 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #BWRVK3200 in your 2003 Chevy Silverado 3500 the best option is the B&W Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails #BWRVK2500 because it will not require drilling into your truck's frame rails…

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Answer 6

Though I can confirm the EcoHitch #306-X7303 will absolutely fit a 2016 Mazda 3, we have yet to do an install with said hitch. However, we do have an install we did with a Draw-Tite #24912 on a 2015 Mazda 3. There will be a few subtle differences,…

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Answer 7

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 8

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 9

Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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Answer 10

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 11

Most fifth wheel rails are made to the same industry standard dimensions. They aren't all though. If you measure 22 inches on center between the two rails and they look like the rails of the #RP30035 that you referenced they would be the industry…

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Answer 12

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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