Recommended 5th Wheel Rail Kit for a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500
Question:
Looking for custom 5th wheel mounting brackets and rails for 1997 ram 1500
asked by: Joe G
Expert Reply:
I have a solution for you but the only option for a 5th wheel mounting kit is a universal kit like the B&W item # BWRVR3200. This kit provides you with a set of industry standard rails which will fit almost all 5th wheel hitches. This being a universal kit it will require some drilling.
To make towing with a 5th wheel easier I recommend adding the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 10' Long item # C56071. This harness puts a 7-way connector in the bed of your truck and allows you to keep the one on your bumper. This makes hooking up to your 5th wheel trailer easier and more convenient.
Products Referenced in This Question
B&W Universal Base Rails and Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 10 Bolt
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Universal
- Above the Bed
- B and W
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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 Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - Ford F-150
- Accessories and Parts
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Brackets
- Semi-Custom
- Reese
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