Fifth Wheel Hitch Bed Rail Placement on 2003 Ford F250 Extended Cab
Question:
What are the measurements for the first rail from the back of the bad on ford f250 2003 w. Extended cab
asked by: Chris Y
Expert Reply:
The correct placement will depend on which install kit you are using. I would recommend using a custom kit like the one offered by Reese, part # RP50082-58.
The installation instructions for the # RP50082-58 (see link) state that the rear of the back rail is 32-1/4 inches forward of the rear edge of the bed (not the tailgate). This will place the centerline of the hitch approximately 2-15/16 inches forward of the rear axle centerline. These dimensions can vary if you use a different kit.
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
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Reese Quick-Install Custom Bracket Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Shop: Deluxe Compartment Door Thumb Latch - 1-3/8"
- Shop: Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Brackets for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Shop: Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Video: Reese Fifth Wheel Installation Kit RP50026 Review
- Search Results: rbw~5th~wheel~hitch
- Article: 5th Wheel Hitch Installation | The Ultimate DIY Guide
- Video: Reese Quick-Install Base Rails Kit Installation - 2009 Ford F-150
- Article: Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Information and Installation Tips
- Shop: Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Rails and Universal Installation Kit - Slide Bar Jaw - 16K
- Shop: Reese Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - Ford Brackets
- Q&A: Where Do You Install 5th Wheel Hitch on 1996 Ford F-250
- Shop: Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Q&A: What is the Distance Between the Rails on Industry Standard 5th Wheel Installation Kits
- Q&A: Can You Use Universal 5th Wheel Hitch Brackets on a 2022 Chevy Silverado 2500
- Q&A: What Rail Measurements Are Used for Curt Custom 5th Wheel Kit on 2017 GMC Sierra 1500 6-1/2 Bed
- Q&A: Where do Reese Fifth Wheel Rails Install in Bed of 2005 Ford F-150
- Video: Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Kit Installation - 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500
- Q&A: 5th Wheel Rail and Bracket Kit for a 2003 Ford F350 Super Duty Dually w/ 8 ft Bed
- Q&A: Distance from the front of the Box to the Center of 5th Wheel Head on a 2003 Ford F350 Short Box
- Video: Fifth Wheel Installation - 2006 Ford F-350
- Shop: Roof Rack
- Search Results: offset gooseneck coupler
- Search Results: gooseneck ball
- Article: Sidewinder with Rotating Turret for Short Bed Pickups
- Video: Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Review
- Video: B and W Extend-A-Goose Gooseneck Coupler Review
- Search Results: 4000 lb leaf spring