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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: | 56001-53 |
| WARRANTY: | LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY |
| WEIGHT: | 81 LBS |
| UNIVERSAL OR SPECIFIC FIT: | SPECIFIC |
| WELDING REQUIRED: | NO |
| MOUNTING HARDWARE INCLUDED: | YES |
| RAILS INCLUDED: | YES |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 - 2019 | Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD | Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Install Kit Drilling Required Install Time is 0 minutes Outboard Bracket & Rail Kit |
| 2011 - 2019 | Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD | Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Install Kit Drilling Required Install Time is 0 minutes Outboard Bracket & Rail Kit |
| 2011 - 2019 | GMC Sierra 2500 HD | Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Install Kit Drilling Required Install Time is 0 minutes Outboard Bracket & Rail Kit |
| 2011 - 2019 | GMC Sierra 3500 HD | Fifth Wheel Trailer Hitch Install Kit Drilling Required Install Time is 0 minutes Outboard Bracket & Rail Kit |
The Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Custom Install Kit, Outboard RE56001-53 (Part #RE56001-53) 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 Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Custom Install Kit, Outboard RE56001-53 (Part #RE56001-53) 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 Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Custom Install Kit, Outboard RE56001-53 (Part #RE56001-53) is designed to fit the 2011-2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD.
The Reese Fifth Wheel Hitch Mounting System Custom Install Kit, Outboard RE56001-53 (Part #RE56001-53) Drilling is required for installation. Basic hand tools are typically all you need.
Yes, the REESE 56001 Custom Quick Install Mounting Kit is designed for 2011 and up Chevrolet/GMC 2500/3500 pickup trucks with either 6'6" or 8' bed lengths. The kit includes frame brackets and hardware to attach to the vehicle frame. Confirm your truck's bed length before ordering, as the mounting rail position differs between 6'6" and 8' beds.
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." Spray-in bed liners are acceptable. You must remove or cut away any plastic bed liner to expose bare metal where the mounting rails and brackets attach.
You need Fastener Kit 56001F, which includes 5/8" carriage bolts, serrated washers, and hex nuts for frame bracket attachment. Additional fasteners (½" carriage bolts, spacers, and washers) come with the separate rail kit 30153. Required tools: ¾" and 15/16" wrenches, 1/8" and 9/16" drill bits, center punch, and measuring tape. All bolts and nuts are Grade 8 unless otherwise specified.
The manual does not mention battery disconnection. This is a mechanical mounting kit with no electrical components, so battery disconnection is not required.
Yes. Drilling is required. You must drill 1/8" pilot holes through the truck bed at marked positions, then enlarge them to 9/16" for the frame bracket bolts. Additional 9/16" holes are drilled for center bolt locations. The manual includes a note: on the driver's side, the fuel tank is located below the bed, so take care not to damage it when drilling.
First drill 1/8" pilot holes at marked positions in the truck bed using a center punch to mark. Then enlarge these holes to 9/16" for the frame bracket bolts. Additional 9/16" holes are drilled at center bolt locations shown in Figure 2. The 5/8" holes in the frame itself are pre-existing factory holes and do not require drilling.
For a 6'6" bed, measure 24-1/4" from the rear edge of the truck bed to the rear mounting rail. For an 8' bed, measure 29". Center the rail on the truck bed floor. Use a center punch to mark the first hole from the outside as shown in Figure 2, then drill and enlarge the holes as instructed.
Thread a 5/8" pull wire (item 7) over a 5/8" × 2" carriage bolt (item 3). Place a square hole spacer (item 4) over the pull wire. Insert the free end of the pull wire into the large access hole on the inside of the frame. Pull the threaded end of the bolt out through a mounting hole. Ensure the square hole plate is over the bolt and the square shank is in the square hole. Place the bracket over the bolt, remove the wire, then install a 5/8" serrated washer and 5/8" nut. Finger-tighten. Repeat for all four bolts.
1. Install the rear mounting rail first, fastening it to the frame brackets with ½" × 2" carriage bolts, spacers, and washers. 2. Position the unassembled fifth wheel support (arches, slider, or gooseneck) in the rear rail. 3. Insert the front mounting rail with the support by pushing the tabs into the rail and sliding it tight toward the rear rail. 4. Ensure the front rail is centered on the bed. 5. Mark, drill, and fasten the front rail using the same method as the rear rail. 6. Install center bolts as shown in Figure 2.
Use 5/16" thick U-shaped blocks (spacers) supplied with the rail kit 30153 between the frame bracket and the bottom of the bed, or between the mounting rails and the truck bed. These ensure metal-to-metal contact. Install ½" serrated washers and lock washers on the ½" bolts, and 5/8" serrated washers on the 5/8" bolts.
Torque all ½" nuts to 110 ft-lbs. Torque all 5/8" nuts to 212 ft-lbs. These torque values apply to the frame bracket bolts and the mounting rail bolts. Finger-tighten all nuts first, then apply final torque after all bolts are installed.
The manual does not specify a towing capacity for the mounting kit itself. However, it states: "Under no circumstances does Cequent Performance Products, Inc. recommend exceeding the towing vehicle manufacturer's recommended vehicle towing capacity." You must follow your truck's factory towing capacity rating.
Always measure your truck and trailer before installing the hitch to ensure there is clearance at the cab and at the bumper to allow for turns. If you have a short bed pickup (less than 8 ft but longer than 6 ft), Reese recommends equipping the trailer with an extended pin box or Reese Sidewinder for additional clearance, or using a Reese slider for low-speed turning clearance. Do not use a Sidewinder and slider together on the same installation.
The fuel tank is located below the truck bed on the driver's side. When drilling holes through the bed, you must be careful not to damage the fuel tank. Use caution and verify the location of the tank before drilling on the driver's side.
The manual does not require bed removal. The mounting rails are installed in the bed, and the frame brackets are attached to the frame from inside the bed. However, you must have access to the inside of the frame to use the pull wire method for installing the frame bracket bolts.
The manual does not specify whether professional installation or additional people are required. It states: "These instructions are guidelines only, actual installation is the responsibility of the installer and the owner." The installation involves drilling, fastening heavy brackets, and positioning rails, which may require assistance depending on your experience and tools.
No. The REESE 56001 is a mounting kit only. It includes frame brackets and fasteners to attach to the truck frame. The manual states: "Custom Quick Install mounting brackets only include the hardware to attach the custom brackets to the frame." You must purchase a separate hitch head (fifth wheel, gooseneck, slider, or other) from Reese or another manufacturer. The rail kit 30153 is also sold separately.
The REESE 56001 kit includes: 2 frame brackets (left and right), 4 square hole plates, 4 5/8" serrated washers, 4 5/8-11 hex nuts, and 4 5/8-11 pull wires. Fastener Kit 56001F is required separately and includes additional bolts, washers, and nuts. The mounting rails and fifth wheel support hardware come with the separate rail kit 30153.
Center the rail on the floor of the truck bed using your tape measure. For the rear rail, measure the specified distance from the rail to the rear edge of the truck box (24-1/4" for 6'6" bed, 29" for 8' bed). For the front rail, position it by inserting the tabs into the rear rail and pushing it tight toward the rear rail. Ensure the front rail is centered on the bed. The manual states: "Ensure that the mounting rail is centered on the bed of the vehicle."
Finger-tighten means to tighten the nuts by hand only, without using a wrench, until they are snug but not fully tightened. This is done during assembly to hold the bolts in place. After all bolts are installed and aligned, you apply final torque using a torque wrench: 110 ft-lbs for ½" nuts and 212 ft-lbs for 5/8" nuts.
The pull wire (item 7) is used to guide the carriage bolt through the frame's internal access hole. You thread the pull wire over the bolt, place a spacer over the wire, insert the free end of the wire into the large access hole on the inside of the frame, and then pull the threaded end of the bolt out through the mounting hole. Once the bolt is positioned, you remove the wire and install the bracket, washer, and nut.
Temporarily position the frame brackets (left and right) on the sides of the frame. Align the holes on the side of the bracket with the 5/8" holes in the side of the frame. Check that the 1/8" drilled holes in the bed align with the slots in the frame brackets. If they do not align, reposition the 1/8" holes before enlarging them to 9/16". This ensures proper bolt alignment.
Yes, the REESE 56001 Custom Quick Install Mounting Kit fits 2011 and up Chevrolet/GMC 2500/3500 trucks with 6'6" or 8' beds. Confirm your bed length before purchasing.
You need ¾" and 15/16" wrenches, 1/8" and 9/16" drill bits, a center punch, and a measuring tape. Fastener Kit 56001F is required separately.
Yes. You must drill 1/8" pilot holes and enlarge them to 9/16" through the truck bed for the frame bracket bolts. Additional 9/16" holes are drilled for center bolts. Caution: the fuel tank is below the driver's side bed.
Torque all ½" nuts to 110 ft-lbs and all 5/8" nuts to 212 ft-lbs.
The kit itself has no specified capacity. You must not exceed your truck manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
No. The REESE 56001 is a mounting kit only. You must purchase a separate hitch head (fifth wheel, gooseneck, slider, etc.) and the rail kit 30153.
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