How to Tow 5th Wheel Trailer with 2016 Ram 3500 and Demco UMS Rails
Question:
I’m looking to free up some bed space. Currently have Demco 21K Autoslide with the under rail kit DM8551006. I believe the Demco UMS gooseneck hitch DM5988 will fit right in. Would this work with the convert a ball fifth wheel adapter CAB-C5GX1216 for a 2016 ram mega cab 6.4’ bed? Or what would be the best set up with my current Uber rail mount? I was thinking the convert a ball would be better than a goose box or gen y with the offset. Trying to get away from a more traditional 5th wheel hitch.
asked by: Brandon G
Expert Reply:
Yes, you can definitely use the Underbed Rail and Installation Kit # DM8551006 on your 2016 Ram 3500 along with the UMS Series Gooseneck Trailer Hitch # DM5988 and Convert-A-Ball Adapter w/ Offset # CAB-C5GX1216.
Since you have a short bed I do recommend checking out our clearance formula and checking your measurements to make sure this setup will give you clearance to make turns without hitting your truck cab:
(A + B) - C = Clearance
A = Distance from center of fifth wheel hitch jaw to truck cab
B = Length of offset (7-1/2")
C = Width of trailer divided by 2 (to get half)
You need at least 4" of clearance to be able to make a 90 degree turn.
Products Referenced in This Question
Convert-A-Ball Cushioned 5th-Wheel-to-Gooseneck Adapter w/ Offset - 12" to 16" Tall
- Gooseneck and Fifth Wheel Adapters
- Adapts Trailer
- Fifth Wheel Trailer to Gooseneck Hitch
- Offset
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Bolts Over King Pin
- Adjustable Height
- King Pin Adapters
- Convert-A-Ball
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Demco UMS Series Gooseneck Trailer Hitch for UMS Series Base Rails - 25,000 lbs
- Gooseneck Hitch
- Gooseneck for Fifth Wheel Rails
- Fixed Ball
- 6250 lbs TW
- 25000 lbs GTW
- Fixed Ball - Centered
- 2-5/16 Hitch Ball
- Demco
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Underbed Rail and Installation Kit for Demco UMS 5th Wheel and Gooseneck Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Below the Bed
- Demco
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