Will Reese 16K Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch Work with Lippert Turning Point Pin Box

Question:

Will the Reese 16k work with Lippert turning point pin box. 2013 Ford F150 Short bed

asked by: Brian M

Expert Reply:

The Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Square Tube Slider # RP30051 that you referenced will work just fine with the Lippert Turninig Point Pin Box, however a sliding hitch like this won't be necessary. This is because the Turning Point pushes back the pivot point 22 inches from the hitch, eliminating the need for a sliding unit as this provides enough cab clearance (even on short bed trucks like yours). Also just note that if you do end up using a sliding hitch like this you don't ever want to actually slide it back when it's hooked up to the Turning Point.

For your F-150 I recommend going with the fixed Reese 16K # RP30047 instead, which is also perfectly compatible with the Lippert Turning Point.

If you don't yet have base rails installed the Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit # RP50081-58 will work perfectly. This kit includes the needed base rails to which the Reese 16K will mount along with custom installation brackets that will use existing holes in your F-150's frame rails, eliminating the need to drill into them.

I have attached an installation video that you can follow along with.

expert reply by: Chris R