Recommended Custom 5th Wheel Rails Kit for a 2001 Chevy Silverado 3500

Question:

Looking for a fifth wheel base rail kit. Would prefer a custom kit with as little drilling as possible for my 2001 Chevy Silverado 3500 dually with 8 ft bed

asked by: Michael H

Helpful Expert Reply:

The most custom fit installation kit we have that requires the least amount of drilling is the Reese Quick-Install Kit w/ Base Rails item # RP50064-58. It is customized to fit your 2001 Chevy Silverado 3500 and is compatible with the dually models.

I have linked an installation video below along with the instructions. This kit fits Silverado 1500's-3500's from 1999 - 2010 so the directions are a bit long but the steps to doing it on a 2001 3500 are clear. You will just have to drill the holes inside the bed.

To make towing with a 5th wheel easier I recommend adding the Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness item # C56000. 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.

expert reply by: Jerred H