Slider Base Recommendation to Convert Curt E16 Hitch to a Slider

Question:

I need a party number for the slider adapter if there is such a thing. I have a 2002 GMC Sierra 2500HD short bed. The hitch and rail kit are still in the box. A Curt E-16. Any help would be appreciated. The only one I saw was for a Reese hitch. Thank you

asked by: Kevin H

Expert Reply:

Sounds like you are looking for a slider base to fit the Curt E16 hitch that you have. For that you'd want the part # C16560 and you'd be set. You'd just need to remove the head off of your current hitch and bolt it to this slider base.

expert reply by: Jameson C

James D.

1/20/2020

i just bought a curt#c16515-16021 hitch. if i decide to go with a slider can i use my base for a ram puck system and slider #c16560 $298 and a adapter#c16505 $62 and my head. is a slider really needed. thank you

Jason S.

1/21/2020

The Curt e16 5th wheel hitch # C16515-16021 is simply a combination of the e16 Hitch Head # and the Ram OEM base # C16021. If you decide you want to use that head with a slider, then you can't use your current base but instead will use the Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Ram Towing Prep Package # C16022. Then you will use the slider base # C16560 along with the adapter # C16505 you referenced. Pricing from the manufacturer fluctuates, so I can't guarantee the prices you referenced as they change.

Helpful Links

tv-Demo-Curt-Accessories-and-Parts-C16021.aspx

tv-install-curt-5th-wheel-adapter-rails-2016-ram-3500-c16022.aspx