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Model: CU43EAUniversal 5th Wheel Base Rails, 25K (Carbide Black)
S20 5th Wheel Slider, 20,000 lbs.
A16 5th Wheel Hitch Head
Installation Hardware (if required)
Installation Instructions (if required)
Installation Schematics & Diagrams (if required)
This 5th Wheel and Gooseneck Hitch Fits The Following Vehicles:
Start Year | End Year | Vehicle |
---|---|---|
2006 | 2008 | Dodge Ram 1500 6-1/2 Foot Bed - excluding Mega Cab |
2002 | 2008 | Dodge Ram 1500 8 Foot Bed |
2002 | 2005 | Dodge Ram 1500 6-1/2 Foot Bed |
CURT 16419 5th Wheel Installation Brackets (QTY 1)
Manufactured by: Curt
When you purchase a 5th wheel trailer hitch, you expect it to be capable of towing your RV, flatbed or whatever other 5th wheel trailer you own While a 5th wheel hitch does offer an impressive amount of towing strength, it cannot get far without the proper installation equipment Engineered for specific makes and models, CURT custom 5th wheel brackets provide the ideal solution for complementing the power of your 5th wheel trailer hitch.
A custom 5th wheel bracket features a shape that contours to the frame of your truck and uses pre-drilled holes in the frame wherever possible to make installation quick and easy Depending on your model of pickup truck, they also reduce or eliminate the need for drilling These particular custom 5th wheel brackets offer a custom fit for certain model years of the Dodge Ram 1500 (except extended crew cab) (see application info to verify fitment).
Finished in a durable liquid A-coat, CURT custom 5th wheel brackets are made to last They include all necessary mounting hardware and are designed to be used in conjunction with CURT industry-standard 5th wheel base rails #16104 or #16204 (base rails sold separately)..
Features:
- Provides a solid mounting point for 5th wheel base rails and a 5th wheel hitch
- Designed to be used in combination with CURT base rails #16104 or #16204
- Protected by a rust-resistant liquid A-coat
- Made in USA (may include imported hardware)
- Limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts)
CURT 16204 Industry-Standard 5th Wheel Hitch Rails, Carbide Black, 25,000 Pounds (QTY 1)
Manufactured by: Curt
CURT 5th wheel base rails are industry-standard, meaning they can be used with any 5th wheel trailer hitch with industry-standard anchoring points They are compatible with virtually all CURT 5th wheel trailer hitches and many competitors Installation of CURT universal 5th wheel base rails is quick and simple.
They mount with high-strength hardware, providing a solid mounting place for a new 5th wheel hitch 5th wheel base rail bolts and other hardware can also be purchased separately to aid in reinstalling used rails To protect our 5th wheel base rails from corrosion, scratches and UV damage, we coat each one in a co-cured finish of A-coat and powder coat.
This gives them the tough skin they need for hauling that RV trailer, flatbed or other heavy-duty trailer and gives you the confidence to tow wherever the horizon leads This set of 5th wheel rails is rated for 25,000 pound gross trailer weight and has a carbide black finish Knowing that your 5th wheel trailer hitch is properly mounted in your truck bed is vitally important to the success of your towing.
Without a firm attachment point, a 5th wheel hitch is rendered useless to your tow vehicle When you choose a 5th wheel hitch for your pickup, install it with confidence with a CURT 5th wheel bracket kit and a set of CURT 5th wheel base rails..
Features:
- Helps provide a solid mounting point for a 5th wheel hitch
- Industry-standard mounting point to accept most 5th wheel hitches
- Protected by a highly durable carbide powder coat finish
- Co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid A-coat
- Limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts)
CURT 16564 S20 Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch for Short Bed Trucks, 20,000 lbs (Head Required) (QTY 1)
Manufactured by: Curt
The CURT S20 slider makes it easy to tow a 5th wheel trailer with your short-bed truck This slider features a quiet design, an auto-latching mechanism, an ergonomic handle and industry-standard mounting points The S20 sliding 5th wheel hitch is built with a solid design to eliminate chucking in the towing position and promote smooth rolling from forward to rearward positions, with no binding.
With the S20 installed, you can safely move the coupling point 12 inches toward the rear, allowing your short-bed truck to make turns without obstruction The S20 slider is comfortable and easy to operate, featuring a lift-style lever that is easily accessible over the side of the truck wall The lever moves in a more user-friendly, ergonomic motion compared to traditional, pull-out-style levers.
Best of all, the S20 automatically latches into place in both directions, meaning you only have to get out of the truck once to complete the operation Simply set the lever, pull the truck forward and you're ready to maneuver The auto-latches will lock the slider into the rearward coupling position.
The S20 sliding 5th wheel is rated for trailers up to 20,000 pounds, and it is fully tested to SAE J2638 specifications It comes with standard mounting points to easily mount onto all industry-standard base rails..
Features:
- Quiet, solid design to eliminate chucking in towing position
- Smooth sliding between positions with no binding
- Automatically latches in both directions so you only have to exit the truck once
- Easy-to-reach lever arm for ergonomic operation
- Lever lift motion for user-friendly functionality vs. traditional pull-out style
- 12" rearward movement provides extra turning clearance for short-bed trucks
- 20,000-lb. rating tested for safety in accordance with SAE J2638
- Mounts to all industry-standard rails and CURT puck system adapters
- Protected by a highly durable carbide powder coat finish
- Unit comes fully assembled for easy installation
- Limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts)
CURT 16520 A16 5th Wheel Hitch Head Only, Legs or Roller Required, 16,000 lbs (QTY 1)
Manufactured by: Curt
The CURT A16 is designed to provide a surprisingly quiet ride while maintain superior towing power It has a gross trailer weight capacity of 16,000 lbs and can handle a vertical load up to 4,000 lbs.
It comes with a three-position coupling indicator visible from your pickup truck cab, an extra wide head for easier coupling and high-strength interlocking die-cast jaws for a secure hold on your 5th wheel trailer This 16K 5th wheel hitch excels in quiet 5th wheel towing It uses a fully articulating torsion head, a cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts and interlocking jaws to create stability for your trailer and tow vehicle.
These components also allow the A16 to suppress shock and vibrations and reduce any additional noise coming from your trailer Like the other CURT A-Series hitches, the A16 is coated with a durable carbide powder coat finish It is tested in accordance with SAE J2638 for safety and includes a limited lifetime warranty to make this the best hitch ever to be mounted in the back of your pickup.
This A16 5th wheel hitch head comes ready to be attached to the CURT R16 5th wheel roller..
Features:
- Requires CURT 5th wheel roller or legs for installation
- Cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts to suppress shock loads and reduce noise
- Fully articulating torsion head for controlled coupling and stable towing
- Lockable handle self-resets to the ready-to-couple position after uncoupling
- High-strength, interlocking jaws fully wrap the kingpin to minimize noise
- Extra wide head opening for easier coupling
- Fast, one-pin head removal makes moving easy with smaller, lighter pieces
- Three-position coupling indicator clearly shows coupling status
- Compatible with kingpin extension boxes, including common pivoting pin boxes
- Offers three height adjustment positions to adapt to each unique truck bed
- Includes a polyethylene lube plate to eliminate messy grease deposits
- Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J2638
- Protected by a highly durable carbide powder coat finish
- Limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts)
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Product Details
- Brand: Curt
- Model: CU43EA
- Includes: Custom 5th Wheel Brackets, Universal 5th Wheel Base Rails, S20 5th Wheel Slider 20K, A16 5th Wheel Hitch Head
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Description
Universal 5th Wheel Base Rails, 25K (Carbide Black)
S20 5th Wheel Slider, 20,000 lbs.
A16 5th Wheel Hitch Head
Installation Hardware (if required)
Installation Instructions (if required)
Installation Schematics & Diagrams (if required)
This 5th Wheel and Gooseneck Hitch Fits The Following Vehicles:
Start Year | End Year | Vehicle |
---|---|---|
2006 | 2008 | Dodge Ram 1500 6-1/2 Foot Bed - excluding Mega Cab |
2002 | 2008 | Dodge Ram 1500 8 Foot Bed |
2002 | 2005 | Dodge Ram 1500 6-1/2 Foot Bed |
CURT 16419 5th Wheel Installation Brackets (QTY 1)
Manufactured by: Curt
When you purchase a 5th wheel trailer hitch, you expect it to be capable of towing your RV, flatbed or whatever other 5th wheel trailer you own While a 5th wheel hitch does offer an impressive amount of towing strength, it cannot get far without the proper installation equipment Engineered for specific makes and models, CURT custom 5th wheel brackets provide the ideal solution for complementing the power of your 5th wheel trailer hitch.
A custom 5th wheel bracket features a shape that contours to the frame of your truck and uses pre-drilled holes in the frame wherever possible to make installation quick and easy Depending on your model of pickup truck, they also reduce or eliminate the need for drilling These particular custom 5th wheel brackets offer a custom fit for certain model years of the Dodge Ram 1500 (except extended crew cab) (see application info to verify fitment).
Finished in a durable liquid A-coat, CURT custom 5th wheel brackets are made to last They include all necessary mounting hardware and are designed to be used in conjunction with CURT industry-standard 5th wheel base rails #16104 or #16204 (base rails sold separately)..
Features:
- Provides a solid mounting point for 5th wheel base rails and a 5th wheel hitch
- Designed to be used in combination with CURT base rails #16104 or #16204
- Protected by a rust-resistant liquid A-coat
- Made in USA (may include imported hardware)
- Limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts)
CURT 16204 Industry-Standard 5th Wheel Hitch Rails, Carbide Black, 25,000 Pounds (QTY 1)
Manufactured by: Curt
CURT 5th wheel base rails are industry-standard, meaning they can be used with any 5th wheel trailer hitch with industry-standard anchoring points They are compatible with virtually all CURT 5th wheel trailer hitches and many competitors Installation of CURT universal 5th wheel base rails is quick and simple.
They mount with high-strength hardware, providing a solid mounting place for a new 5th wheel hitch 5th wheel base rail bolts and other hardware can also be purchased separately to aid in reinstalling used rails To protect our 5th wheel base rails from corrosion, scratches and UV damage, we coat each one in a co-cured finish of A-coat and powder coat.
This gives them the tough skin they need for hauling that RV trailer, flatbed or other heavy-duty trailer and gives you the confidence to tow wherever the horizon leads This set of 5th wheel rails is rated for 25,000 pound gross trailer weight and has a carbide black finish Knowing that your 5th wheel trailer hitch is properly mounted in your truck bed is vitally important to the success of your towing.
Without a firm attachment point, a 5th wheel hitch is rendered useless to your tow vehicle When you choose a 5th wheel hitch for your pickup, install it with confidence with a CURT 5th wheel bracket kit and a set of CURT 5th wheel base rails..
Features:
- Helps provide a solid mounting point for a 5th wheel hitch
- Industry-standard mounting point to accept most 5th wheel hitches
- Protected by a highly durable carbide powder coat finish
- Co-cured in a rust-resistant liquid A-coat
- Limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts)
CURT 16564 S20 Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch for Short Bed Trucks, 20,000 lbs (Head Required) (QTY 1)
Manufactured by: Curt
The CURT S20 slider makes it easy to tow a 5th wheel trailer with your short-bed truck This slider features a quiet design, an auto-latching mechanism, an ergonomic handle and industry-standard mounting points The S20 sliding 5th wheel hitch is built with a solid design to eliminate chucking in the towing position and promote smooth rolling from forward to rearward positions, with no binding.
With the S20 installed, you can safely move the coupling point 12 inches toward the rear, allowing your short-bed truck to make turns without obstruction The S20 slider is comfortable and easy to operate, featuring a lift-style lever that is easily accessible over the side of the truck wall The lever moves in a more user-friendly, ergonomic motion compared to traditional, pull-out-style levers.
Best of all, the S20 automatically latches into place in both directions, meaning you only have to get out of the truck once to complete the operation Simply set the lever, pull the truck forward and you're ready to maneuver The auto-latches will lock the slider into the rearward coupling position.
The S20 sliding 5th wheel is rated for trailers up to 20,000 pounds, and it is fully tested to SAE J2638 specifications It comes with standard mounting points to easily mount onto all industry-standard base rails..
Features:
- Quiet, solid design to eliminate chucking in towing position
- Smooth sliding between positions with no binding
- Automatically latches in both directions so you only have to exit the truck once
- Easy-to-reach lever arm for ergonomic operation
- Lever lift motion for user-friendly functionality vs. traditional pull-out style
- 12" rearward movement provides extra turning clearance for short-bed trucks
- 20,000-lb. rating tested for safety in accordance with SAE J2638
- Mounts to all industry-standard rails and CURT puck system adapters
- Protected by a highly durable carbide powder coat finish
- Unit comes fully assembled for easy installation
- Limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts)
CURT 16520 A16 5th Wheel Hitch Head Only, Legs or Roller Required, 16,000 lbs (QTY 1)
Manufactured by: Curt
The CURT A16 is designed to provide a surprisingly quiet ride while maintain superior towing power It has a gross trailer weight capacity of 16,000 lbs and can handle a vertical load up to 4,000 lbs.
It comes with a three-position coupling indicator visible from your pickup truck cab, an extra wide head for easier coupling and high-strength interlocking die-cast jaws for a secure hold on your 5th wheel trailer This 16K 5th wheel hitch excels in quiet 5th wheel towing It uses a fully articulating torsion head, a cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts and interlocking jaws to create stability for your trailer and tow vehicle.
These components also allow the A16 to suppress shock and vibrations and reduce any additional noise coming from your trailer Like the other CURT A-Series hitches, the A16 is coated with a durable carbide powder coat finish It is tested in accordance with SAE J2638 for safety and includes a limited lifetime warranty to make this the best hitch ever to be mounted in the back of your pickup.
This A16 5th wheel hitch head comes ready to be attached to the CURT R16 5th wheel roller..
Features:
- Requires CURT 5th wheel roller or legs for installation
- Cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts to suppress shock loads and reduce noise
- Fully articulating torsion head for controlled coupling and stable towing
- Lockable handle self-resets to the ready-to-couple position after uncoupling
- High-strength, interlocking jaws fully wrap the kingpin to minimize noise
- Extra wide head opening for easier coupling
- Fast, one-pin head removal makes moving easy with smaller, lighter pieces
- Three-position coupling indicator clearly shows coupling status
- Compatible with kingpin extension boxes, including common pivoting pin boxes
- Offers three height adjustment positions to adapt to each unique truck bed
- Includes a polyethylene lube plate to eliminate messy grease deposits
- Tested for safety in accordance with SAE J2638
- Protected by a highly durable carbide powder coat finish
- Limited lifetime warranty (one-year finish, one-year parts)
List of Fitment Years:
2008, 2007, 2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002Get Expert Help
Curt A16 Dual Jaw Sliding 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for 2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 - For Short Beds (16K Towing Capacity) Install Notes
Installation Instructions for 5th Wheel Slider Assembly (Model 16564)
Part Numbers:
- 16564
Weight Capacity:
- Gross Trailer Weight (GTW): 20,000 lbs
- Vertical Load: 5,000 lbs
Tools Required:
- Torque wrench
- Socket set
Level of Difficulty:
- Easy
Hardware List:
- 1 Slider assembly
- 4 Rail pins
- 4 Rail clips
- 4 Rubber spacers
Note: 5th wheel base rails are required for installation (sold separately).
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Step 1: Check the Base Rails
- Ensure the base rails in your truck are properly installed and parallel.
- Verify the diagonal dimensions of the base rails are the same.
Step 2: Install the Slider
- Place the slider into the base rail slots.
- Secure it using the provided rail pins (#2) and clips (#3).
CAUTION: Ensure all rail pins are positioned correctly, and clips are secured before towing.
Step 3: Operate the Slider
- Pull the slider handle out until it locks open.
- Move the slider smoothly fore and aft on the rails.
- The lock bar handle will automatically return to the starting position when locked.
Step 4: Install the 5th Wheel Head
- Refer to the installation manual included with your 5th wheel head to calculate the proper height.
- Insert the bolts through the four mounting holes and secure with nylock nuts.
- Torque all hardware according to the specifications in the 5th wheel head unit manual.
Step 5: Maneuvering
- Align the 5th wheel trailer and tow vehicle in a straight line on a level surface.
- Pull the slider handle out until the handle locks open to place the lock bar in the maneuver position.
- Set the trailer brakes and slowly drive the tow vehicle forward until the slider stops and locks.
Step 6: Towing
- Pull the slider handle out and rotate it clockwise to place the lock bar in the ready-to-lock position.
- Back up the tow vehicle until the slider locks automatically.
- Move the tow vehicle forward slightly to confirm the lock bar is fully engaged.
Safety Notes:
- Never exceed the vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
- Avoid positioning yourself or others under the trailer’s kingpin during coupling or uncoupling.
- Block all trailer tires using proper wheel chocks.
- The slider repositions the 5th wheel hitch 12" rearward but does not guarantee complete truck cab/trailer clearance.
Maintenance:
- Periodically grease the half-round rail surfaces and apply penetrating oil to the locking bar and bolts.
- Check the hardware torque after the first 200 miles and every 400 miles thereafter.
- Inspect components regularly and replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
Notes:
- Attention: This is a summary of the installation procedure. For complete installation instructions, including diagrams and detailed information from the manufacturer, please download the full installation PDF.
- For technical support and assistance, our team of experts is available to help. You can reach our tech support by visiting www.trailerjacks.com or calling 877-869-6690.
- Attention: For warranty information, including details about coverage and duration, please download the full installation PDF.
Disclaimer: Ensure all components are compatible with your truck and trailer setup. Improper installation may void warranties or result in unsafe towing conditions.