Curt Front Mount Hitch Recommendation for 2014 Ram 2500

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Question:

Do you sell an equivalent unit which would fit a 2014 RAM 2500?

asked by: Robert C

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Helpful Expert Reply:

We do have a Curt front hitch available for your 2014 Ram 2500. For that we have the Curt part # C31015 which would fit and work well. I attached an install picture and video for this hitch for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

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 2

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 3

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 4

So for your set up, a 2021 Ram 2500 short bed with the RamBoxes, you will need to use a Sidewinder in order to have the clearance to tow a 5th wheel. The Goose Box doesn't move the pivot point and an offset ball just won't be enough for…

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Answer 5

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 6

Hey John, Thanks for the purchases and you have everything you need except the wedge. I verified directly with Reese that the correct wedge to use with the Demco Recon 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch #DM8550043 and Reese Sidewinder #RP34FR is the following:…

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Answer 7

Gen-Y's calculation for pin weight is a safe guess, but isn't the most accurate so the only way you'll get the correct capacity Gen-Y 5th Wheel Pin Box is to fully load the trailer and go to a commercial scale to measure the pin weight.…

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Answer 8

Since you have a tandem axle trailer rated for 10,500lbs the 6-Leaf Double-Eye Spring for 5,300-lb Trailer Axles #e76SR are going to be the closest leaf springs we have to that weight capacity. These springs measure 24-7/8" from center of eye to…

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Answer 9

Welcome back! You do not need to cut anything away! So long as your 5" of clearance was measured with your trailer loaded and resting on the suspension you will be good. The SumoSprings Trailer Helper Springs item #SS26MV include spacers that…

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Answer 10

The Air Lift Air Helper Spring Cradles #AL59DQ are not going to be compatible with the Air Lift LoadLifter 7500 XL Ultimate Air Helper Springs #AL57589 on your 2021 Ram 2500. This is due to the 7500 springs being larger in diameter than the 5000…

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Answer 11

If you are going to install two of the MORryde X-Factor Crossmembers #MR33WR on your tandem axle trailer Alan you would want to install them on the front and rear hangers. You can install a third one if you want on the middle hanger as well for even…

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Answer 12

Hi Robert, The Curt Pintle Hook #C45908 would require that your EZ Loader boat trailer has a lunette ring for the coupler. From what I can see the 26-30ET should have a surge brake coupler that would couple to a standard ball mount. You'll need…

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