Will Reese Outboard Installation Kit Fit with Load Assist Air Bags on a 2012 Ram 2500

Question:

Will this bracket system work if i have load assist air bags installed on my truck

asked by: Stephen

Expert Reply:

I spoke with my contact at Reese who said that the load assist air bags on your 2012 Ram 2500 should be aftermarket. Since they aren't OEM, which Reese would have performed a test fit with, I can't necessarily verify that they will work with the Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit # RP56011-53 that you referenced without knowing what exact air bag kit you have. If you can let me know what you have and send in a picture with it then I could verify it that way for you.

Attached is a picture of this kit installed on a 2013 Ram 2500. If the mounting brackets for your air bags doesn't touch this mounting bracket then you are good to go. Otherwise I would need to see a picture to let you know if it is possible or not.

If you don't already have a 7-Way connector in the bed of your Ram then I also recommend installing the Bargman # 50-97-410 as well to make connecting and disconnecting the wiring from your trailer easier.

expert reply by: Jon G