Compatible 5th Wheel Base Rails For A 2021 Ram 1500

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Will the 56018-53 rails and bracket kit work as reese said it wouldnt but Demco said they have have a rail and bracket for that truck but has nothing to do with the split tailgate.

asked by: Leisure T

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Expert Reply:

A split tailgate has no impact on the base rail system for a 5th wheel hitch. The Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # RP56018-53 you linked to is a confirmed fit for a 2021 Ram 1500 with either a 5.5' or 6.5' bed. The brackets are a custom fit so you won't have to drill into the frame which will greatly decrease the installation time.

expert reply by: Kevin C

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Answer 1

I checked with Reese and the correct custom frame brackets for 5th wheel base rails on your 2019 Ram 1500 Rebel is the part #RP56018. These brackets do require 48" wide base rails and for the complete kit including both the brackets and rails…

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Answer 2

Demco designed this 13K Hijacker AutoSlide 5th Wheel Hitch #DM8550040 with the 5-1/2 foot beds in mind. As you turn this hitch will give you an extended distance of 22-1/2 inches, which is crucial to most short bed truck owners when making sharp…

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Answer 3

I recommend using a 5th wheel slider hitch with as much travel as possible to increase your turning clearance and minimize risk of contact between the trailer overhang and your headache rack/boat. The Demco installation kit for your 2017 Ram 2500…

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Answer 4

We do have some fifth wheel brackets that might fit with your Reese rails, but you shouldn’t use rails and brackets from different manufacturers. Most of the time the bolt holes don’t line up with each other. Instead, we have part #RP56018 which are…

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Answer 5

For your 2009 Nash 21-5R 5th Wheel Trailer, I recommend using the Adjustable Width Trailer Hitch Receiver part #13703 which fits trailers that have frame rails spaced between 22" - 72" apart. This hitch has a Class III rating with a 2"…

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Answer 6

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 8

Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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Answer 9

Hey Jay. It sounds like you are on the right track here because a sidewinder pin box will be your only option for pulling your 5th wheel since you have a short bed truck with the Rambox. That said, you are right that the Reese Sidewinder cannot be…

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Answer 10

The Ram OEM 5th wheel puck system, shown in the linked photo and article, was launched in 2013 so what you have in your truck is likely to be an aftermarket installation of some kind. These newer Ram trucks with the factory prep can directly accept a…

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Answer 11

Most fifth wheel rails are made to the same industry standard dimensions. They aren't all though. If you measure 22 inches on center between the two rails and they look like the rails of the #RP30035 that you referenced they would be the industry…

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Answer 12

I spoke with my contact at Trailair and from your serial number we were able to determine that your trailer came with a 1621 HD pin box which is a long pin box style. I was unable to obtain the exact part number for your Trailair pin box but from the…

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