5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Recommendation for a 2016 Ram 2500 Long Bed with Factory Prep Package

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I need a 5th wheel trailer hitch for my long bed 2016 ram 3/4 ton. it has the factory prep package.

asked by: Greg

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Expert Reply:

We have several 5th wheel trailer hitches that will fit directly into the factory prep package in your 2016 Ram 2500 long bed, see link. I recommend the Curt Q20, # C16530-16021. It is rated for 20,000 pounds gross trailer weight and features a floating, cushioned head for a smoother ride. I have linked a video review of this hitch for you.

expert reply by: Michael H

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Answer 1

Yes, this sliding bushing on the Curt Q20 #C16530 that you're referring to is a removable bushing (which is why it slides) and is completely normal. I've attached the section in the instructions where it refers to this bushing. Figure 10…

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Answer 2

Curt does indeed make the factory 5th wheel hitches for your 2018 Ram 2500, and they are essentially a re-brand of their Q-Series models. The equivalent for the M20 that you mentioned is the Curt Q20 5th Wheel Hitch #C16530-16021, which will drop…

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Answer 3

The Mopar 82213823 5th Wheel Hitch is essentially a re-branded Curt Q20 so you can indeed replace its head with the Curt Head Unit #C16530. This will attach to your existing Mopar sliding base without issue. I have included a short video review on…

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Answer 4

I called my contact at Curt, and he confirmed that when you take hitch out of yoke of your fifth-wheel hitch, take a look at the openings on the orbital pad. If you will see wear and tear of the openings that is a tell-tale sign that it needs…

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Answer 5

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 6

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 8

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 9

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 10

Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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Answer 11

You are correct that this refrigerator does not have an ON/OFF switch or function. The best you can do is "Standby" that draws an unknown amount of power. One option is to pull the 12-Volt fuse at the RV power center. A much better option…

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Answer 12

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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