boshog wrote:
lindenwood wrote:
Thanks guys I looked into the frame mounts that go under the bed body for using the factory holes without the window frame I found a part number that will work from 2013-2016 and cant find anything for my 2012. I am still searching...
I don't think you will find the factory system for your 2012, I believe the option first appeared on 2013 models. I don't know if there are differences with the frame between the two years but there is a good chance the pucks will mount. Maybe a dealer could be helpful.
I believe Boshog is correct. The best I can find is the
Ram 5th wheel prep kit was offered starting in the '14 model year in the 2500 and higher trucks. I think that's due mostly to being a new, fully boxed frame that also included the 5-link coil/air bag suspension instead of leaf springs.
That's not to say you couldn't do some mods to your frame and make the prep kit package work. You might set the bed on the truck then see if holes line up properly with the frame. If they do, it might be possible to weld in some plates to box in the areas where the pucks mount and make it work.
My '14 RAM did not have the factory installed option. I bought the truck used and found the 5th wheel and gooseneck kits online and installed them. Don't count on the dealer being helpful. Most parts departments are doing good just to match the right part with the right model, good luck trying to get them to cross-reference across different model years.
I'm extremely happy with both both the 5er prep and gooseneck system. Install and removal of the 5er hitch is a snap, the gooseneck ball takes 2 minutes, and having a completely clear bed the rest of the time is great. If you can make this work it is a very nice option.
KJ