5th Wheel Hitch for a 2019 Ford F-150 with 5.5' Bed Using a Rotating Pin Box

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I tried to use your hitch ion guide but it has nothing for the 5.5foot bed. I also plan to use the hitch with a Lippert Turning Point Pinbox. Towing a 5th wheel trailer with a GVWR of 10,000 lbs. Is there an application that will work with my setup?

asked by: Steve R

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Helpful Expert Reply:

Yes, we have an application that will work with your 2019 Ford F-150 with 5.5' bed and Lippert Turning Point Pin Box. With that set-up you are going to need to use a fixed hitch. I recommend the Reese M5 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # RP30928. This will attach to industry standard rails in the bed of your truck. The Reese Quick-Install Custom Outboard Installation Kit w/ Base Rails # RP56034-53 are confirmed to fit your 2019 Ford F-150 with 5.5' bed. This will give you the base rails and hitch needed for your truck that is compatible with the Lippert Turning Point pin box.

I also recommend adding the Bargman 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness # 50-97-410-010. This will allow you to move a 7-way connector up into the bed of your truck for easier hook up of your 5th wheels wiring, while retaining use of your factory 7-way at the rear of your truck.

One thing to note. While using a fixed hitch with a rotating pin box is the best way to have the most clearance possible in a 5.5' bed, you may still not be able to make a complete 90 degree turn. I would take it slow and careful on your first few turns to ensure you have the proper clearance. It may even be beneficial to have a buddy outside of the truck the first few times as an extra set of eyes to ensure your 5th wheel does not contact the cab of your truck when turning.

expert reply by: Scott S

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Answer 1

In order to install the Curt A16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part #C16120 you'll need to position the base rails 22" apart on center. That is the distance between the center of the legs front to back. I have attached a photo with the…

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Answer 2

Yes, you can use the RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit part #RAS3611-YHD with a weight distribution system on a Ford F-150. The spring bar tension won't be as high with the RAS as it woud be without but aside from…

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Answer 3

For your 2016 Ford F-150 4WD the correct Heavy Duty RoadActive Suspension System is the #RAS3611-YHD. The #RAS3611-YHD has a 3000lb load rating to prevent sag when towing a trailer or carrying a heavy payload, and does an awesome job of preventing…

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Answer 4

For suspension enhancement on your 2022 Ford F-150, I recommend the RoadActive Suspension Custom Leaf Spring Enhancement Kit - Heavy Duty #RAS3611-YHD. The RoadActive leaf spring enhancement is a better choice than air bags because the leaf spring…

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Answer 5

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 6

For a similar Curt hitch that is designed for the 2015 Ford F-150 models that do have the factory hitch you would want the part #C26HR which is a confirmed fit. It has a towing capacity of 10k total trailer weight and 1,000 lbs tongue weight when not…

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Answer 7

The best air bag suspension enhancement for your 2019 Ford F-150 are the Air Lift LoadLifter 5000 Air Helper Springs #AL57385 because they will both improve your truck's handling and reduce tire wear by helping keep your front tires on the ground…

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Answer 8

There's only one slider hitch that can work in a bed length shorter than 6 feet and still provide enough turning clearance and it's not one made by Reese. Instead you'd want the Demco Hijacker Autoslide hitch part #DM8550040 which will…

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Answer 9

The Demco Hijacker Autoslide #DM8550040 has an extra-long travel that is designed and makes it perfect for your 5-1/2 ft truck bed. This Hijacker has a towing capacity of 13,000 lbs. I really like this hitch because it makes it so easy to tow with a…

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Answer 10

You are correct. The Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver #C26HR will mount below the factory hitch on your 2018 Ford F-150. So you will have two 2" receivers on the rear of your F-150 with the curt receiver installed. You are still able to use the…

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Answer 11

The Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for Nissan Titan XD Towing Prep Package - Slide Bar Jaw - 16K Item #C16515-16026 will indeed fit your 2017 Nissan Titan XD with the OEM prep package. You'll also need a wedge to prevent the pin box from…

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Answer 12

There are a couple of options that'll work great with your Lippert Turning Point Pin Box, however one hitch stands out to me more than others. Take a look at the: -Curt E16 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Slide Bar Jaw - 16,000 lbs #C16115 This 5th…

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