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madeenr_m
Explorer
Mar 24, 2019

Ford F-350 hitch adapter kit uncertainty

I recently purchased a used new truck, 2015 F-350 to tow my Lakota 5th. The Husky slider 16K in my old truck was a rail attachment hitch. I have found a Ford part whose nomenclature is
5th Wheel Rail Mount Adaptor Kit PN: BC3Z19H282A. This device looks like it marries to the built in attachment points in the F 350 SD bed. However, when cross referencing the PN to VIN, I get told by the Ford website that this part is not compatible with my VIN. I don't want to buy a new hitch if the old/serviceable one can be use on the new truck.

I live aways away from an RV dealership or reliable Ford dealer so I can't just drive down and verify. Wondering if any Forum readers have experience with this adapaptor kit issue.

Ron M.

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  • Nv_Guy's avatar
    Nv_Guy
    Explorer III
    Rather than dealing with the Ford parts world.
    This is what I have:

    Reese Elite Series Underbed Rail Adapter for Standard 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 20,000 lbs
    Item # RP30156



    This has the cams that attach to the underbed system, then your hitch drops into the slots on the top.

    Image wouldn't post for me...