How to Carry a Canoe While 5th Wheel Towing with a 2016 Ram 2500 4-Door

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I have a 2016 Ram 2500 4 door truck I pull a 5th wheel trailer and I want to also haul a canoe what all do I need

asked by: Randy

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To carry a canoe with your 2016 Ram 2500 while also towing a 5th wheel trailer you need a front mount hitch, a roof rack, and a carrier or padding to protect your canoe.

If you have the front tow hooks I recommend the Draw-Tite Front Mount Trailer Hitch # 65063 because it doesn't require any drilling or fascia trimming for the installation. If you don't have the front tow hooks then I recommend the EcoHitch # 306-X7900 instead which essentially is the same thing but it comes with the tow hooks. The front hitch allows you to use the Rhino-Rack T-Load # RTL002 which you need since your canoe will be longer.

Then for a roof rack I recommend the Rhino-Rack Vortex which uses the 59" Vortex Bars # RRVA150B-2, 2500 Series Legs # RRRLKVA, and DK Fit Kit # DK043. The crossbars come with plastic locks that can be upgraded to metal cores with part # RRVA-LEC4. You can get the roof rack in a half pack with parts # RRVA150B, RRRLKVAH, and # DK043H if you'd like to just use 1 crossbar with the T-Load.

I recommend using a canoe carrier like the Lockrack # LR54FR because it mounts in the T-Slots of the Rhino-Rack crossbars plus it eliminates the need to use tie-downs. If you'd rather use a pad like the 33-1/2" long # RRRWP05 then I have linked our selection for you to filter through and choose according to the size of your canoe.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

You are correct that if your 2018 Ram 2500 has the factory tow hooks, they will need to be removed to install the EcoHitch Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7900 but they will not be able to be reinstalled. With that said the #306-X7900 has…

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Answer 2

The 2 inch receiver for the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch #306-X7900 referenced in your question will actually protrude through the grille of your truck. This allows for a really clean appearance while also maintaining your existing…

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Answer 3

EcoHitches like #306-X7900 are typically a more expensive brand than others like Draw Tite. This is mostly due to fact they are Made in the USA and only made from recycled materials (hence the name) which adds a bit of cost. They typically have…

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I have a solution for you but the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver item #306-X7900 you were looking at only fits the Ram 2500 and 3500's because of the difference in the frame size on the larger trucks. For a front hitch…

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The first thing you are going to want to do is consult the owners manual for your 2013 Ram 2500 to make sure it can be flat towed. To flat tow a vehicle you will need base plates, a compatible tow bar, safety cables, lighting, and supplemental…

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Answer 6

I recommend the Edge EvoHT2, part #EP86040, for a chip tuner to improve your gas mileage by choosing a pre-loaded tune. The Edge Insight CTS2, part #EP84130 that you asked about, will not directly improve your gas mileage since it is not a programmer…

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Answer 7

The correct TorkLift HiddenPower Under-Vehicle Battery Mount with Battery Box for a 2015 Ram 2500 is actually part #TLA7740. These are specific fit items designed for this exact make/model. If you can let me know exactly what dimensions you need…

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Answer 8

I spoke to EcoHitch about the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part #306-X7900 and they confirmed that the line pull rating is 7,500 lbs. If you need a higher rating, I recommend the Curt Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver part…

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Answer 9

Once you install the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7900 you will not be able to reinstall the bull bar you sent in a picture of. Both of these occupy about the same area and mounting points so they can't both fit at…

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Answer 10

We do have a rear bumper and bracket kit designed for your customer's 2014 Ram 1500, however even with truck-specific mounting hardware for the Ram the Westin Fey Surestep Rear Bumper #66001 you referenced won't be compatible. Both the bumper…

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Answer 11

Yes, the EcoHitch Hidden Front Mount Trailer Hitch Receiver #306-X7900 fits both a 4x2 and a 4x4 2013 Ram 3500 so it will fit your 4x4. Since it fits both we don't have a specification for this product.

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Answer 12

For your 2018 Ram 2500 we have two front hitches that are confirmed as a fit. We have the Draw Tite part #65063 which has the hitch opening much higher as it comes out of the lower bumper or we have the Curt part #C31015 which has the hitch opening…

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