Recommended 5th Wheel Hitch and Install Kit for a 2007 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Classic
Question:
What part # for my truck for this hitch and which custom installation kit would I use? Thanks
asked by: Mark S
Expert Reply:
There are custom kits and universal kits available for the 2007 Chevy 2500 HD short bed Classic model. The difference is that the custom kits install in about half the time over the universal kit and there is less drilling involved. Based on this I would go with a custom kit.
For your truck, the correct custom installation kit is # RP50064-58. I have included a link to the installation details and a link to a video showing a typical installation.
For a hitch, since you have a short bed, you will want a slider that will provide more clearance so you can safely make 90 degree turns. I would go with the Curt A20, # C16541. This is one of the most popular hitches .
Products Referenced in This Question
Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Above the Bed
- Reese
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Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R20 Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17-1/2 - 21-1/2 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- CURT
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