How To Install Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch On a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 Without Prep Package
Question:
I have an old Reese 16K 5th wheel hitch I want to reuse on my 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. What do I need? I don't have pucks
asked by: Marvin L
Expert Reply:
In order to reuse a Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitch on a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 you will need the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails part # RP50066-58. The Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit is a custom fit which means there is no drilling into the frame required, just a few small holes in the truck bed which is unavoidable. The great thing about the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit in addition to the easy install is that the above bed rails give you a standard rail pattern which will allow you to use several different types of 5th wheel hitches or even a gooseneck plate if you ever decide to upgrade hitches or change trailers.
I have attached an installation video of myself installing the Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit on a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 for reference. The only other thing you might want to consider is an in-bed wiring harness, the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness part # C56070 would have you covered and I have attached an install video of this for you as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 7' Long
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Wiring
- 7 Feet Long
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- CURT
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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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