Reese M5 5th Wheel Install Kit Does Not Properly Line Up with Trailer Hitch in 2013 Ford F-350

Question:

I have a 2013 f350 crew cab with 8 foot bed. It came with the bed pre dimpled for drilling. After installing the rails my hitch doesnt quite line up with the pucks. It appears that I need to move the passenger side of the rails apx 3/16 of a inch toward the cab. What is the best / easiest way to adjust the hitch to rail pucks?

asked by: Dennis

Expert Reply:

It is possible that one or both of the rails in the underbed kit, # RP30126, moved during the installation process on your 2013 Ford F-350 long bed. To correct the problem with you're facing with your # RP30921 you will have to basically reverse the installation process and start from the part in the instructions regarding placing the rails. I have included a link to the installation details for you to view.

I wish there was an easier way but there really isn't. What you can do is only loosely install the under bed kit and then mount the hitch in the pucks. Then tighten everything down.

expert reply by: Michael H