new 3500 ram

otrfun wrote:
The one thing you may want to keep in mind during your search of various brands and models of 5th wheel hitches, is the height adjustment range. Newer trucks sit higher than old trucks. In some cases this necessitates the need for a hitch that has a lower range of height adjustment to keep the trailer as level as possible. Many 5th wheel hitches will not adjust lower than 16-17 in. Some will go as low as 13". That 3-4" difference in height capability can make a big difference leveling your trailer in some cases.

BTW, if you use a universal mount hitch with a Ram picture frame adapter, the hitch will sit approx 1" - 1 1/4" higher than if the same hitch was mounted to an aftermarket universal rail mount in the same truck.

Good luck!

With a standard MorRyde pin box, my hitch is right at 18" from the bottom of the bed. Pin box is adjusted all the way up, and the 18" height is the minimum I can go down, I could go another inch or so with my hitch , but then the bedrail clearance is too close, I am borderline now. I'm not completely level but close enough.

That 1" on the picture frame is the least of my height problems. These new trucks are the problem . 13" on a the hitch height, never work on my Ram ,and the MorRyde pin box. I can't imagine any hitch or pinbox working at that height on a newer Ram pickup. At least not the 1 ton four wheel drive, like mine.

IMO the only solution to these new trucks in a lot of cases is raising the fifth wheel, that would be my only option if I wanted to be a bit more level.