Best Underbed Fifth Wheel Towing Setup Recommendation for a 1995 Dodge Ram 2500
Question:
I have a 1995 Dodge Ram Diesel, 3/4 ton, 2 wheel drive, with an 8 foot bed. I am looking to purchase a fifth wheel that weighs in at 14K. Do you have the under-bed mounting system for this vehicle for the RP30142 hitch. Do you have the under-bed mounting brackets for the RP30081 for this vehicle? Are both of these hitches appropriate for my application? How do I know what height hitch I will need to purchase for the RV I have ed? Please send me a complete parts list that I would need to install these hitches. If you do not have a mounting system for them, what options do you suggest? Thank you in advance,
asked by: Frances G
Expert Reply:
For an underbed fifth wheel setup confirmed to fit your 1995 Dodge Ram 2500 with an 8 foot bed you would want the B and W Companion hitch setup that consists of part numbers # BWRVK3500-5W for the fifth wheel hitch and then part # BWGNRK1394-5W for the underbed kit.
This is the only underbed setup available for your truck, but the great news is that the Companion hitch is often referred to as the best fifth wheel hitch around. You will really like this hitch and it costs less than the Elite setups that you also referenced so it really is an ideal solution. This hitch also has a 20k capacity so it would be more than enough for your trailer.
For a 7-way to install in the bed of your truck you would want the part # C56001. The total list of everything I mentioned is available below at the product links.
Products Referenced in This Question
Custom Underbed Installation Kit for B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Below the Bed
- B and W
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Curt 5th Wheel/Gooseneck Custom Wiring Harness w/ 7-Pole Connector - 10' Long
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Wiring
- 10 Feet Long
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- CURT
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B&W Companion 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Fixed Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 16-1/4 - 18-1/4 Inch Tall
- B and W
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