Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch and Towing Capacity of 2007 Chevy Silverado 2500 4x4 with 6.6L

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have a 2007 chevy Silverado 2500hd 6.6 diesel 4x4 extended cab installing 5th wheel hitch,the trailer is 13729lbs and hitch weight is 2498 ,truck weighs 92oo lbs curb weight 5690 ,install air bags and new tires at 3415 max pressure each tire ,enough tire pressure to carry the tongue weight and how much can I tow

asked by: James G

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Your truck is rated to pull 10,000 lbs. at the bumper but according to some online research a third party rates it for 5th wheel towing at 14,300 lbs. with the standard bed or at 13,400 lbs if you have the long bed.

Based on the Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter w/ Offset - 12" to 16" Tall # CAB-C5GX1216 you asked from, I assume you may already have a gooseneck hitch. If this is the case this adapter is a very nice option.

If you do not already have a gooseneck hitch and you desire one, the B&W # BWGNRK1067-5W is a great option to give you a clean bed and works perfectly with 5th wheel hitch # BWRVK3400-5W for a short bed or # BWRVK3500-5W for a long bed. This a customer favorite because of the clean bed, the quality of the hitches and the variety of functions.

If you want a more traditional bed rail system, I recommend the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP50064-58 which will fit your frame perfectly. Then I recommend the Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Square Tube Slider # RP30051 for a standard bed or # RP30047 for a long bed.

The sliding hitch or offset adapter is needed for turning clearances when using a 6-1/2 foot bed. You may also want to consider adding a 7-way to the bed for easy connection access using # C56000.

expert reply by: Jason S

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Answer 1

The instructions included with the Curt Friction Style Sway Control System, part #17200 state that when you are towing in wet, icy, gravel, or snow-covered roads, the sway control MUST be removed. I am only passing on the information included with…

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Answer 2

Any vehicle's towing capacity is determined by the auto maker based on the specific equipment in it. Tow rating is determined by not just engine size, but also by the transmission, rear axle ratio, bed length and cab style. The surest way to know…

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Answer 3

Attached are some photos of the typical wiring functions for truck and trailer 7-Way blade connectors, like parts #PK11893 and #PK12706. If you typical pull a trailer that has a 7-Way connector then you want to follow the pin out diagrams I…

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Answer 4

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 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

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 7

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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Answer 8

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 9

I spoke with my contact at Trailair and from your serial number we were able to determine that your trailer came with a 1621 HD pin box which is a long pin box style. I was unable to obtain the exact part number for your Trailair pin box but from the…

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Answer 10

Hey Jay. It sounds like you are on the right track here because a sidewinder pin box will be your only option for pulling your 5th wheel since you have a short bed truck with the Rambox. That said, you are right that the Reese Sidewinder cannot be…

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Answer 11

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 12

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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