Newbies seeking guidance! Where to start????

The truck isn't going to have a problem with 16k pounds in tow.First you will need a 5th wheel hitch installed with a 5th wheel hitch slider because you have a short bed. And for anything under 35 feet it will have to be made out of lead in order to weigh 16k pounds. For any kind of RV if its over 30 feet it would be in best interest to get a second air conditioner installed. I have my F-250 and its does fine pulling my 41 footer, but your truck can pull longer up to about id say still around 41 feet. Pin weights are a big thing too, try to stay below 2,400lb(3/4ton truck) and 3,400lb (1 ton truck) .For first timers Idd go with a Open Range Roamer 316RLS Its near 32 feet long dose well with a 2nd A/C and best of all which is rare for small 5th wheels; A Automatic Leveling System which always comes in handy. Open Range's are very high quality for the price and will last a wile too. Get Open Range!!!