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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: | 50081-58 |
| WARRANTY: | LIMITED 10 YEAR WARRANTY |
| WEIGHT: | 83.6 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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| Year | Make & Model | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 - 2014 | Ford F-150 | Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Install Kit Drilling Required Install Time is 0 minutes Custom Quick Install Bracket & Rail Kit |
The Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Custom Install Kit RE50081-58 (Part #RE50081-58) fits 2004-2014 Ford F-150 models. The 2014 model year is the last year covered by this part number. For newer models, check for an updated version.
The Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Custom Install Kit RE50081-58 (Part #RE50081-58) fits the following vehicles: 2004-2014 Ford F-150. Always verify your specific year, make, and model before ordering.
Yes, the Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Custom Install Kit RE50081-58 (Part #RE50081-58) is designed to fit the 2004-2014 Ford F-150.
The Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Custom Install Kit RE50081-58 (Part #RE50081-58) Drilling is required for installation. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
The 50081 is designed for Ford F-150 (1/2 Ton) 2004-2014 with 5-1/2', 6-1/2', and 8' boxes. However, if you have a 5-1/2' bed, you must install a sidewinder pinbox coupler on your trailer before using this kit. The manual explicitly states: 'Do not install this product on or attempt to tow with a truck with a 5-1/2' bed unless a sidewinder pinbox coupler has been installed on the trailer.'
No. The manual states: 'Do not install mounting rails over plastic bed liners. Plastic bed liners must be cut out of the way to provide metal to metal contact.' However, the kit may be installed on spray-in liners. If using a spray-in liner, consult your installer for the recommended curing time before installation.
The 50081 is rated for a maximum tongue weight of 4,500 lbs (2,040 kg) and a maximum gross trailer weight of 18,000 lbs (8,160 kg). This product complies with SAE standard J-684. However, you must not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
Required tools include: center punch, 1/8" drill bit, 1/2" drill bit, 9/16" drill bit, 5/8" drill bit, 11/16" drill bit, 3/4" wrench and socket, 13mm socket, 150 ft-lbs torque wrench, measuring tape, ratchet and impact gun, and 15/16" wrench and socket.
The kit includes: 4 × 1/2" × 1-1/2" carriage bolts, 4 × 1/2" × 13 UNC nuts, 4 × 1/2" conical toothed lock washers, 8 × 1/4" × 1-1/2" × 2" spacers, 4 × 1/4" × 1" × 2" spacers, 2 × 1/2" × 1" large round washers, 2 × 1/2" × 7/8" small round washers, and 4 wire bolt leaders. Factory hardware (multi-thread U-nuts, axle bumpers, and axle bumper hex bolts) is reused. All bolts and nuts are Grade 5 unless otherwise specified.
Yes. The first step of installation is to 'Lower and remove spare tire.' The spare tire is reinstalled as the final step after all other installation is complete.
Yes. Step 2 requires you to 'Remove the Axle Bumper bolt (F), Axle bumper (E) and Multi-Thread U-nut (D) from the under side of the frame on driver side and passenger side of the vehicle and keep the Axle Bumpers and Hardware.' These components are reinstalled in step 13 after the mounting rail installation is complete.
Yes. Drilling is required. You must drill holes in the truck frame and bed floor. The process involves: (1) marking and center-punching hole locations, (2) drilling initial 1/8" pilot holes, (3) enlarging those holes to 9/16". Additionally, 1/2" holes are drilled in the bed floor for the carriage bolts. When drilling, you must protect the fuel tank, filler tubes, brake lines, and wire harness by placing a piece of metal between the box floor and these components on the driver's side.
Torque all 1/2" hardware to 72 ft-lbs. Torque all 5/8" hardware to 150 ft-lbs. Tighten fasteners in this sequence: first torque the mounting rails to the frame brackets, then torque the frame brackets to the truck frame. All bolts and nuts are Grade 5 unless otherwise specified.
Installation sequence is critical: (1) Insert the bolt leader through the 1-inch diameter mounting hole on the truck frame and out through the 1-inch square access hole in the frame bottom. (2) Slide the 1-inch washer (7) over the bolt leader head. (3) Slide spacer (6) over the bolt leader and attach the 1/2" × 1-1/2" bolt (2). (4) Push hardware up into the frame through the 1-inch square hole. (5) Thread the bolt leader through the back of the frame bracket and gently pull to move hardware into position. (6) Rotate the frame bracket slightly away from the frame to verify the 1-inch bushing has engaged properly. (7) Install the 1/2" lock washer (4) and 1/2" nut (3), hand-tightened only. (8) Repeat for the rear hole using the 7/8" washer (8).
Center each mounting rail between the weld seams on the length of the truck box floor. Position the rail at the proper distance from the rear edge of the truck box as illustrated in the manual (options 1 and 2). When installing the second rail, insert its tabs into the first mounting rail and push it tight toward the first rail. Ensure the second rail is also centered between the weld seams. If more than one hitch product will be used with the rails, install both rails at the same time to align them correctly and ensure one product does not compromise the fit of the other.
When the manual instructs to tighten 'hand tight,' it means to tighten the fasteners by hand only, without using tools, until snug but not fully torqued. This applies to the initial installation of the frame bracket bolts and nuts in step 5. Final torquing to specification (72 ft-lbs for 1/2" hardware) occurs later in step 12 after all holes are drilled and enlarged.
Spacers serve two purposes: (1) The 1/4" × 1" × 2" spacers (6) are used with the frame bracket bolts to position hardware correctly within the frame. (2) The 1/4" × 1-1/2" × 2" spacers (5) are used with the 1/2" × 2" carriage bolts and are positioned in the corrugation between the truck bed and the mounting rail to ensure metal-to-metal contact between the rail and bed.
Before installing the hitch, you must measure your truck and trailer to ensure there is adequate clearance at the cab and at the bumper to allow for turns. The manual states: 'Always measure truck and trailer before installing hitch to be sure that there is clearance at the cab and at the bumper to allow for turns.' This is the installer's and owner's responsibility.
You must not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. The manual states: 'Under no circumstances do we recommend exceeding the towing vehicle manufacturers recommended vehicle towing capacity.' While the 50081 is rated for a maximum gross trailer weight of 18,000 lbs and maximum tongue weight of 4,500 lbs, your specific Ford F-150 model year may have a lower manufacturer rating that must be observed.
Check mounting system bolt tightness once per year. This is an owner responsibility. The manual also notes that the installer should verify the owner receives and completes the warranty information page and provide these instructions to the owner.
The 50081 includes a Limited Lifetime Warranty from Horizon Global America, Inc. to the original consumer purchaser only. The product is warranted to be free from material defects in material and workmanship, ordinary wear and tear excepted, provided installation and use comply with product instructions. The warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, damage from abuse, neglect, misuse, accident, misapplication, overloading, improper installation, improper maintenance, or alterations made by anyone other than the manufacturer. Product replacement is the sole remedy. To claim warranty, contact Horizon Global America, Inc. at 47912 Halyard Dr. Suite 100, Plymouth, MI 48170, or call 1-800-632-3290, and provide the product model number, purchase receipt, and the product itself.
Yes, the 50081 fits Ford F-150 (1/2 Ton) 2004-2014 with 5-1/2', 6-1/2', or 8' beds. If you have a 5-1/2' bed, your trailer must have a sidewinder pinbox coupler installed.
Yes. You must drill 1/8" pilot holes, then enlarge them to 9/16" in the truck frame, and drill 1/2" holes in the bed floor. When drilling, protect the fuel tank, filler tubes, brake lines, and wire harness on the driver's side.
No. Plastic bed liners must be cut out to provide metal-to-metal contact. Spray-in liners may be used; consult your installer for curing time.
Torque all 1/2" hardware to 72 ft-lbs and all 5/8" hardware to 150 ft-lbs. Torque the mounting rails to the frame brackets first, then the frame brackets to the truck frame.
Maximum tongue weight is 4,500 lbs (2,040 kg) and maximum gross trailer weight is 18,000 lbs (8,160 kg). Do not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's towing capacity.
Yes. Remove the spare tire first, then remove the factory axle bumpers and hardware from both sides of the frame. Both are reinstalled after the mounting rails are fully installed and torqued.
Check mounting system bolt tightness once per year.
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