Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Custom Bracket, Outboard RE56011ReeseOriginal price was $635.00. Current price is $505.86.In Stock
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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: | 56005 |
| WARRANTY: | LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY |
| WEIGHT: | 28 LBS |
| UNIVERSAL OR SPECIFIC FIT: | SPECIFIC |
| WELDING REQUIRED: | NO |
| MOUNTING HARDWARE INCLUDED: | YES |
| RAILS INCLUDED: | NO |
| DRILLING REQUIRED: | YES |
| MATERIAL: | STEEL |
| BOLT GRADE: | Grade 8 |
| 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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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 - 2010 | Ford F-250 Super Duty | Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Brackets Uses all existing holes. No Drilling required Install Time is 0 minutes Outboard Brackets Except Cab & Chassis |
| 1999 - 2010 | Ford F-350 Super Duty | Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Brackets Uses all existing holes. No Drilling required Install Time is 0 minutes Outboard Brackets Except Cab & Chassis |
| 2008 - 2010 | Ford F-450 Super Duty | Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Brackets Uses all existing holes. No Drilling required Install Time is 0 minutes Outboard Brackets Except Cab & Chassis |
Yes, part number 56005 fits 1999 to 2010 Ford Super Duty F-250/F-350 and 2008 to 2010 F-450 models. This kit is designed exclusively for use with the REESE part number 30153 rails. Always verify your truck model and year before purchasing.
No. The REESE Custom Quick Install Mounting Kit part number 56005 is designed for use with part number 30153 REESE Rails only. It is not compatible with other rail systems.
Yes. The mounting kit is designed for both long-bed and short-bed configurations. The installation distance from the front of the box is approximately 52 5/16 inches for an 8-foot bed and approximately 36 1/8 inches for a 6 3/4-foot bed, as shown in Figure 5.
The kit includes fastener kit 56005F with all bolts, nuts, and washers needed. You will also need: wrenches in sizes 3/4, 7/8, 15/16, and 15 mm; drill bits 1/8 inch and 9/16 inch; a center punch; and a measuring tape. Use only the supplied fasteners—all are Grade 8 unless otherwise specified.
The manual states to 'lower and remove spare tire if extra room is needed for the installation.' Removal is optional and depends on whether you have sufficient working space. If you remove it, reinstall it after completing the installation.
Plastic bed liners must be cut out of the way to provide metal-to-metal contact between the mounting rail and the truck bed. The mounting rails cannot be installed over plastic bed liners. Spray-in liners are acceptable for installation; consult your installer for recommended curing time before installation.
Yes, drilling is required. You must drill 1/8-inch pilot holes at marked positions in the truck bed floor, then enlarge them to 9/16 inch. When drilling, be aware of potential risks to brake lines and fuel tanks and take appropriate safeguards to protect them from damage.
Yes. On 2005 to 2010 gas engine vehicles only, the vapor tube running along the inside of the driver's side frame rail must be relocated before installing the driver's side bracket. Remove the flange nut from the outside of the frame, rotate the tubes up and out of the way, and install an L-bracket (part 6) with 1/4-inch hardware. Leave the tube holder loose during bracket installation, then tighten it with the factory flange nut after the frame bracket is installed.
Yes. On 1999 to 2004 vehicles only, you must temporarily remove the emergency brake cable hangers from the driver's side frame and keep the hardware for reuse. You must also disconnect the bed safety cable and reinstall it in an available nearby hole once the frame bracket is installed. The removed brake cable hardware is then used to attach the upper brake cable to the frame bracket.
All 1/2-inch Grade 8 hardware must be torqued to 110 ft-lbs (149 N·m). This applies to the mounting rails attached to the frame brackets and the frame brackets attached to the truck frame.
All 5/8-inch Grade 8 hardware must be torqued to 212 ft-lbs (287 N·m). This applies to the carriage bolts used to attach the frame bracket to the truck frame.
Tighten fasteners in this sequence: 1) torque the mounting rails to the frame brackets, 2) torque the frame brackets to the truck frame. Torque all 1/2-inch Grade 8 hardware to 110 ft-lbs (149 N·m) and all 5/8-inch Grade 8 hardware to 212 ft-lbs (287 N·m). Initially, hand-tighten all fasteners only, then follow this sequence for final torquing.
Position the rear mounting rail approximately 52 5/16 inches from the front of the box for an 8-foot bed, or approximately 36 1/8 inches from the front of the box for a 6 3/4-foot bed. Center the rail between the weld seams on the length of the truck box floor. Use a measuring tape to verify the correct distance before marking and drilling holes.
The U-shaped spacer must be installed before inserting the 1/2-inch carriage bolts through the mounting rail and box floor. It is placed in the corrugation between the box and the rails to ensure metal-to-metal contact. A U-shaped spacer is not needed for the attachment at the center of the rail.
Place the unassembled fifth wheel legs, slider, or goose into the already-installed first mounting rail. Position the second mounting rail by inserting the tabs into the mounting rail and pushing it tight toward the first rail. Ensure the second rail is centered between the weld seams on the truck box floor. If more than one hitch product will be used with the rails, use both products at the same time to align the second rail and ensure one product does not compromise the fit of the other.
Do not exceed the towing vehicle manufacturer's recommended vehicle towing capacity. Additionally, when drilling holes, be aware of potential risks to brake lines and fuel tanks and take appropriate safeguards to protect them from damage.
After installation, always measure your truck and trailer to ensure there is clearance at the cab and at the bumper to allow for turns. Verify that all fasteners are properly torqued according to the specifications. Check the mounting system bolt tightness once per year to ensure continued safe operation.
Check the mounting system bolt tightness once per year. This regular maintenance helps ensure the safety and integrity of the fifth wheel hitch installation.
Refer to two sources for weight capacity: 1) your vehicle's tow rating for the correct weight capacity of your truck, and 2) the mounting bracket rating label for the correct weight capacity of the mounting system. Never exceed either rating.
Yes, if your truck is a 1999–2010 F-250/F-350 or 2008–2010 F-450. The kit is for use with REESE part number 30153 rails only.
Wrenches (3/4, 7/8, 15/16, 15 mm), drill bits (1/8 and 9/16 inch), center punch, and measuring tape. The fastener kit 56005F is included.
Yes. You must drill 1/8-inch pilot holes, then enlarge them to 9/16 inch. Be aware of brake lines and fuel tanks when drilling.
No. Plastic bed liners must be cut away to provide metal-to-metal contact. Spray-in liners are acceptable.
1/2-inch Grade 8 hardware: 110 ft-lbs (149 N·m). 5/8-inch Grade 8 hardware: 212 ft-lbs (287 N·m).
Yes. The vapor tube on the driver's side frame rail must be relocated using an L-bracket before installing the driver's side bracket.
Yes. Emergency brake cable hangers and the bed safety cable must be temporarily removed and repositioned during installation.
Check the mounting system bolt tightness once per year.
Ensure that all carriage bolts on the ends of the rails are tightened snug with conical washers and nuts to keep the mounting rail from moving (Step 10). Verify that the U-shaped spacers are installed in the corrugations between the box and rails before inserting the 1/2-inch carriage bolts. Ensure metal-to-metal contact is achieved. If the rail continues to move, check that the frame brackets are properly positioned and hand-tightened before final torquing.
Ensure the second rail is centered between the weld seams on the truck box floor. If more than one hitch product will be used with the rails, use both products at the same time to align the second rail. This ensures that one product does not compromise the fit of the other. Push the second rail firmly toward the first rail and verify it is fully seated before tightening fasteners.
Stop drilling immediately. The manual warns that when drilling holes, you must be aware of potential risks to brake lines and fuel tanks and take appropriate safeguards to protect them from damage. If you have damaged a brake line or fuel tank, do not attempt to repair it yourself. Consult a qualified mechanic or the vehicle manufacturer for proper repair procedures.
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