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Want to take the family on a cross-country adventure? Or perhaps you're planning a shorter trip to your favorite campground. Whatever your destination, it's important to have the right equipment, especially when towing a fifth wheel trailer. To ensure proper hookup and safety while towing, you'll need something to attach your fifth wheel hitch in the bed on your truck. Many pickups come equipped with factory-installed rails or puck systems, but if you don't have one of these already installed, don't worry. REESE has an extensive line of mounting rails and bracket kits, custom-made to the exact specifications needed based on your truck's year, make, and model. REESE also offers several Industry Standard designs, as well as fastener kits, spacer kits, and a Power Puck mounting kit, so you can be sure you're covered, no matter what pickup you're using to tow. So make it easy. Make it fun. Make it REESE, so you can make the journey as enjoyable as the destination.
| BRAND: | REESE |
| PART NUMBER: | 30868 |
| WARRANTY: | LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY |
| WEIGHT: | 120 LBS |
| UNIVERSAL OR SPECIFIC FIT: | SPECIFIC |
| WELDING REQUIRED: | NO |
| MOUNTING HARDWARE INCLUDED: | YES |
| RAILS INCLUDED: | YES |
| DRILLING REQUIRED: | YES |
| MATERIAL: | STEEL |
| BOLT GRADE: | GRADE 5 |
| LOCKABLE: | NO |
| COLOR: | BLACK |
Reese has designed towing equipment since 1952 and remains a benchmark for heavy-duty towing. The line covers fifth wheel hitches such as the modular M5, gooseneck couplers including the Goose Box, air-ride and short-bed pin boxes, weight distribution systems with active sway control, and the accessories that connect them, all built to exceed published industry standards.
Reese has been pioneering towing performance since 1952, when Margaret Reese asked her husband TJ to stop travel trailers rocking every time somebody walked through them. His answer, the first pair of stabilising jacks, was simple and effective enough to change the RV industry. From that starting point Reese grew into a designer and manufacturer of complete towing systems, and today it anchors the heavy-duty end of the Horizon Global towing portfolio.
Fifth wheel towing is where the brand's engineering is most visible. The M5 fifth wheel hitch uses a modular design that breaks into manageable sections for assembly, with a wider stance, tighter tolerances and a shock absorption system aimed at the jolts that travel up through a truck bed. For owners who would rather tow from a gooseneck coupler and keep the bed clear, the Goose Box 20K replaces the trailer's king pin with a gooseneck connection carrying its own air-ride cushioning.
Pin boxes are a Reese speciality. The 5th Airborne uses air-ride technology to dampen road shock and reduce the chucking motion that makes fifth wheel towing tiring, while the Sidewinder was designed for short-bed pickups, pivoting the connection point so the trailer can turn sharply without the front cap meeting the cab.
For conventional towing, Reese weight distribution systems restore load to the tow vehicle's front axle and control sway. The Pro Round Bar distributes weight evenly while damping sway, and the Pro Dual Cam II uses active cam-based sway control that works harder the stronger the sway force becomes. Complete kits pair bars, head and shank to a rated tongue weight, and dedicated sway control kits can be added to existing setups. The products suit RV owners, horse and livestock haulers and anyone towing near the upper end of a vehicle's rating.
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4 compatible vehicles
| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 - 2019 | Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD | Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Rail Kit Uses all existing holes. No Drilling required Install Time is 0 minutes |
| 2011 - 2019 | Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD | Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Rail Kit Uses all existing holes. No Drilling required Install Time is 0 minutes |
| 2011 - 2019 | GMC Sierra 2500 HD | Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Rail Kit Uses all existing holes. No Drilling required Install Time is 0 minutes |
| 2011 - 2019 | GMC Sierra 3500 HD | Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Rail Kit Uses all existing holes. No Drilling required Install Time is 0 minutes |
The Reese Elite Series Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Rail Kit, Chevrolet & GMC (Part #RE30868) fits 2011-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD models. The 2019 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
Yes, the Reese Elite Series Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Rail Kit, Chevrolet & GMC (Part #RE30868) is designed to fit the 2011-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD.
The Reese Elite Series Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Rail Kit, Chevrolet & GMC (Part #RE30868) fits the following vehicles: 2011-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD; 2011-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD; 2011-2019 GMC Sierra 2500 HD; 2011-2019 GMC Sierra 3500 HD. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
The Reese Elite Series Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Rail Kit, Chevrolet & GMC (Part #RE30868) Refer to the included instructions for installation details. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, part 30868 is designed for 2011 and later Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD trucks. The kit works with both 6' and 8' bed configurations, though the rail positions differ slightly between bed lengths. Verify your truck matches these specifications before purchasing.
Do not install this hitch on a short bed pickup truck shorter than 6' unless the trailer is equipped with a Sidewinder pin box. If your truck has a bed between 6' and 8', the manual recommends using a trailer with an extended pin box and optionally adding a REESE Elite Series Slider (Part #30070) for improved turning clearance during low-speed maneuvering.
The kit includes 2 base rails, left and right frame brackets, 4 button head screws (5/8-11), 4 carriage bolts (5/8-11 Grade 8, 2"), 4 hex head bolts (3/4-10 Grade 8, 2"), 4 Grade 8 nuts (5/8-11), 4 lock washers (5/8"), 4 spacers with square holes, 2 pull wires, 4 pucks, 4 trim rings, 4 conical washers (3/4"), 4 conical washers (5/8"), 4 nut/spacer assemblies, and 4 puck plugs. The fifth wheel hitch head assembly is installed separately per hitch instructions.
Required tools are: 1-1/8" socket and/or open end wrench, 15/16" socket and open end wrench, 18mm socket, 200 lb-ft torque wrench, 3/8" hex socket, and either a 3-1/4" hole saw or 3-1/4" Greenlee knockout punch. You will also need jack stands to raise the truck bed.
Yes, plastic drop-in bed liners must be removed before installation. Spray-in bed liners and bed mats less than 1/4" thick can remain in place with normal installation, but you should consult the installer for recommended curing time on spray-in liners before cutting holes through the bed. If using a plastic drop-in liner, you will need to cut 19" × 4" slots in the liner measured from the center of the mounting holes.
Yes, drilling is required. You must drill four 3-1/4" diameter holes in the truck bed using a hole saw or Greenlee knockout punch. Pilot holes should be drilled first according to the measurements provided in Figures 20 (8' bed) or 21 (6' bed). The manual recommends checking for obstructions before drilling to avoid damaging fuel or brake lines. Optionally, spray undercoating around the 3-1/4" holes to prevent rusting.
Yes, the rear heat shield must be trimmed as shown in Figure 8. After the mounting kit is installed, the heat shield must be reinstalled.
Insert the rear rail first with the flat side up, positioning it behind the hat channel located over the rear axle so it rests on the frame. Then insert the front rail with the flat side up, sliding it over the frame. Both rails should rest evenly on both sides of the frame. The exact positioning differs slightly between 8' beds (Figures 9-12) and 6' beds (Figures 13-14). Refasten the truck bed bolts after both rails are inserted.
The side brackets must be oriented so the angled edge is parallel to the top of the truck frame, with the larger slots on top. Loosely attach the frame brackets to the rails using 3/4" × 2" hex bolts, 3/4" conical washers, and welded nut/spacer hardware.
Tighten the puck and trim ring fasteners to 100 ft-lbs torque. These are attached from the truck bed using 5/8" button head screws with 5/8" flat washers and lock washers.
Torque all 5/8" rail kit hex bolts to 170 ft-lbs and all 3/4" hex bolts to 260 ft-lbs. Do not lubricate the threads, as lubrication may cause bolt failure.
Avoid placing any part of your body under the trailer or between the truck and trailer, as unexpected or accidental movement can cause serious injury or death. If you must work in this area, you must perform all of the following: (1) check that the truck transmission is in park, (2) check that the emergency brake is on, (3) block in front of and behind all trailer tires, and (4) check that the trailer landing gear are resting on firm ground. Additionally, the truck must be properly blocked and restrained when raised to prevent it from falling.
Use only a SAE 2" kingpin with your REESE Elite Series Fifth Wheel Hitch. The hitch is designed for recreational fifth wheel trailers only.
Approximately 15%-25% of the trailer weight should be on the hitch (pin weight). The remaining 75%-85% of the gross trailer weight should be distributed on the trailer axles. If in doubt, have the kingpin weight measured by a qualified technician.
Allow approximately 6" clearance between the top of the pickup walls and the underside of the front of the trailer for pitch and roll of the trailer during normal towing. Allow more clearance for off-road use. The hitch height should be adjusted so the trailer is approximately level as it is towed.
If a lube plate is to be used with a REESE Elite Series fifth wheel, it must be at least 12" in diameter. Cequent Performance Products offers an optional lube plate as part #83001.
Slide a spacer onto a 5/8" × 2" carriage bolt and thread the carriage bolt into the pull wire. Guide the pull wire through the chassis access hole (located on both sides), then position the bolt and spacer through the mounting holes. Loosely attach the 5/8" conical washer and 5/8" nut from outside the frame rail. Hand tighten initially; final torque to 170 ft-lbs comes after all other assembly steps.
Puck plugs should be inserted into the pucks whenever the pucks are not in use. This protects the puck assemblies when the fifth wheel is not connected.
After installation, verify that all fasteners are torqued to specification (5/8" hex bolts to 170 ft-lbs, 3/4" hex bolts to 260 ft-lbs, puck fasteners to 100 ft-lbs). Ensure the hitch assembly bolts are torqued per hitch instructions. Check that any brake lines and spare tires that were removed or relocated during installation are reinstalled. Verify clearances between the truck bed and trailer before towing.
Yes, the REESE Elite Series Slider (Part #30070) can be used with this mounting kit. If using the slider assembly, refer to the fifth wheel slider assembly instructions for the slot cut dimensions in the truck bed, as they differ from the standard mounting kit dimensions.
Yes, part 30868 is designed for 2011 and later Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500HD with both 6' and 8' beds.
Yes, you must drill four 3-1/4" diameter holes in the truck bed using a hole saw or Greenlee knockout punch. Check for obstructions before drilling to avoid damaging fuel or brake lines.
You need: 1-1/8" and 15/16" sockets/wrenches, 18mm socket, 200 lb-ft torque wrench, 3/8" hex socket, and a 3-1/4" hole saw or Greenlee knockout punch. Jack stands are also required.
Yes, plastic drop-in bed liners must be removed. Spray-in liners and bed mats under 1/4" thick can stay; consult the installer for curing time before drilling.
Torque 5/8" hex bolts to 170 ft-lbs, 3/4" hex bolts to 260 ft-lbs, and puck fasteners to 100 ft-lbs. Do not lubricate threads.
Use only a SAE 2" kingpin. Approximately 15%-25% of trailer weight should be on the hitch (pin weight).
Do not install on beds shorter than 6' unless the trailer has a Sidewinder pin box. For 6'-8' beds, use a trailer with an extended pin box and consider adding a REESE Slider (Part #30070).
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