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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: | 56009-53 |
| WARRANTY: | LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY |
| WEIGHT: | 79.7 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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The REESE® Custom Quick Install Mounting Kit (part number 56009) is a mounting bracket system designed exclusively for use with the 30153 REESE® Rails kit. It provides the hardware and brackets needed to attach the mounting rails to your truck frame, enabling installation of 5th wheel hitches, sliders, or goose-neck equipment. The kit includes all fasteners required to attach the custom brackets to the frame; additional fasteners are supplied with the 30153 rails kit.
Yes. The kit is designed for both long bed (27 11/16" dimension) and short bed (25 3/4" dimension) trucks. The positioning and hole spacing differ between bed lengths, as shown in Figure 2 of the manual. You must measure your truck bed and follow the correct dimensions for your specific bed length during installation.
No, not over a plastic bed liner. Plastic bed liners must be cut out of the way to provide metal-to-metal contact between the mounting rails and the truck frame. However, the kit may be installed on spray-in bed liners. If using a spray-in liner, consult with your installer regarding the recommended curing time before installation.
No. The manual explicitly states that the REESE® Custom Quick Install Mounting Kit 56009 is for 30153 REESE® Rails only. It is not designed for use with other hitch products.
You will need: wrenches in 3/4" and 18mm sizes; drill bits in 1/8", 9/16", and a 1 1/4" hole saw; a center punch; and a measuring tape. All fasteners are supplied with the kit or the 30153 rails kit—do not use fasteners from other sources.
The kit includes: 2× 1/2"-13×4.500" Grade 8 bolts, 8× M12-40mm-1.5" Grade 10.9 bolts, 8× 1/2" conical washers, and 2× 2.773" bushings. Additionally, 4 driver-side brackets, 4 passenger-side brackets (front and rear pairs) are included. All other fasteners mentioned in the installation instructions are supplied separately with the 30153 rails kit.
The manual lists fastener kit 56009F as part of the equipment required, but the parts table on page 2 shows that all fasteners are included in the 56009 kit itself. Verify with your supplier whether 56009F is a separate purchase or included with your kit.
The manual states: "Lower and remove spare tire if extra room is needed." Removal is optional and depends on whether you need additional working space. If you do remove it, you must reinstall it after completing the installation.
Before installation: (1) Lower and remove the spare tire if extra room is needed. (2) Remove the inner plastic wheel well liner to allow access to the frame. (3) Detach the electrical wire loom and brake lines from the inside driver side of the frame. (4) Measure your truck bed and trailer to ensure adequate clearance at the cab and bumper for turns. (5) Verify that your kit contains the most recent revision of instructions by visiting www.ReeseProducts.com.
The installation follows this sequence: (1) Prepare the truck by removing the spare tire if needed and detaching electrical components. (2) Position and mark the rear mounting rail holes. (3) Drill pilot holes (1/8"), then enlarge to 9/16". (4) Loosely install frame brackets with bolts and conical washers. (5) Enlarge row 3 holes to 1 1/4" and install bushings. (6) Install the rear mounting rail with 1/2"-13×4.5" bolts. (7) Position the front mounting rail with the 5th wheel saddle/slider/goose in place. (8) Repeat drilling steps for the front rail. (9) Install front rail with carriage bolts and U-shaped spacers. (10) Torque all fasteners in sequence. (11) Reinstall the wheel well liner and spare tire.
Centering the rail between the weld seams ensures proper alignment and structural support. The manual states: "It is critical that rail is centered side to side on the truck bed." This centering is verified both when positioning the rear rail and when positioning the front rail with the 5th wheel saddle/slider/goose in place. Improper centering can compromise the fit and safety of the hitch system.
The U-shaped spacer is positioned in the corrugation between the truck bed and the mounting rail (or between the bed and the front bracket). Its purpose is to eliminate crushing of the bed corrugation when the carriage bolts are tightened. This protects the structural integrity of the truck bed.
If you are installing only one hitch product, you may install the rails separately. However, if you plan to use more than one hitch product with the rails, the manual states: "both should be used at the same time to align the second rail. This will ensure that one product does not compromise the fit of the other." This ensures proper alignment and fit of multiple products.
Drilling is required at multiple stages: (1) Drill pilot holes with a 1/8" bit at marked positions on the truck bed. (2) Enlarge these holes to 9/16" for the frame bracket bolts. (3) Enlarge row 3 holes only to 1 1/4" for the rear mounting rail bushings. All holes are drilled through the truck bed into the frame. Precise centering and alignment are critical.
Cutting is required only if your truck has a plastic bed liner. Plastic bed liners must be cut out of the way to provide metal-to-metal contact between the mounting rails and frame. If you have a spray-in bed liner, it may remain in place, but consult your installer regarding curing time before installation. No cutting of the truck bed itself is required.
Torque all 1/2" hardware to 110 ft-lbs and all M12 hardware to 92 ft-lbs (125 N·m). Torque in the following sequence: first torque the mounting rails to the frame brackets, then torque the frame brackets to the truck frame. This two-stage torquing ensures proper load distribution and fastener security.
Torque to 110 ft-lbs. These bolts attach the rear mounting rail to the frame brackets via the bushings.
Torque to 92 ft-lbs (125 N·m). These bolts attach the frame brackets to the truck frame.
The bushings measure 2.773" in diameter. Two bushings are included in the kit. They are installed in the 1 1/4" holes drilled in row 3 of the truck bed and serve as spacers between the rear mounting rail and the frame brackets.
The conical washers are 1/2" in size. Eight washers are included in the kit. They are used with both the 1/2"-13×4.500" bolts (rear rail) and the carriage bolts (front rail) to distribute load and prevent fastener pull-through.
The manual does not provide a specific distance measurement. Instead, it directs you to Figure 2, which shows the correct positioning for both long bed (27 11/16") and short bed (25 3/4") trucks. You must measure your truck bed and use the dimensions shown in Figure 2 to determine the correct placement.
The manual does not specify a weight capacity for the 56009 kit itself. Instead, it directs you to: (1) refer to your vehicle's tow rating for the correct weight capacity, and (2) refer to the mounting bracket rating label for the correct weight capacity. The manual warns: "Under no circumstances do we recommend exceeding the towing vehicle manufacturers recommended vehicle towing capacity."
Key safety precautions: (1) Always measure your truck and trailer before installing to ensure clearance at the cab and bumper for turns. (2) Do not exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity. (3) Use only the Grade 8 bolts and fasteners supplied with the kit—do not substitute. (4) Ensure metal-to-metal contact by removing plastic bed liners. (5) Follow the installation sequence exactly as written. (6) Do not alter the product in any way other than as specified in the instructions.
After installation: (1) Verify that all fasteners have been torqued to the correct specifications (1/2" hardware to 110 ft-lbs, M12 hardware to 92 ft-lbs). (2) Ensure the mounting rails are centered between the weld seams on the truck bed. (3) Confirm that the 5th wheel saddle/slider/goose fits snugly to the truck. (4) Reinstall the inner plastic wheel well liner and spare tire. (5) Verify that the electrical wire loom and brake lines are properly reattached.
Check the mounting system bolt tightness once per year. This maintenance is the owner's responsibility and helps ensure the continued safety and integrity of the installation.
The primary maintenance requirement is to check the mounting system bolt tightness once per year. No other routine maintenance is specified in the manual. If you notice any loose fasteners, corrosion, or damage, contact the manufacturer or a qualified installer for repair or replacement.
The 56009 is designed exclusively for use with the 30153 REESE® Rails kit and fits both long bed and short bed trucks. Plastic bed liners must be cut away; spray-in liners are permitted. Verify your truck bed length and check www.ReeseProducts.com to confirm your specific vehicle application.
You need: 3/4" and 18mm wrenches, 1/8", 9/16", and 1 1/4" hole saw drill bits, a center punch, and a measuring tape. All fasteners are included in the kit or supplied with the 30153 rails kit.
Removal is optional—lower and remove the spare tire only if you need extra working room. You must reinstall it after completing the installation.
Yes. You must drill pilot holes (1/8"), enlarge them to 9/16" for frame bracket bolts, and enlarge row 3 holes to 1 1/4" for bushings. Drilling is through the truck bed into the frame.
Torque all 1/2" hardware to 110 ft-lbs and all M12 hardware to 92 ft-lbs (125 N·m). Torque the mounting rails to frame brackets first, then the frame brackets to the truck frame.
The kit does not have a specified weight capacity. Refer to your vehicle's tow rating and the mounting bracket rating label for correct weight capacity. Never exceed your vehicle manufacturer's recommended towing capacity.
Check the mounting system bolt tightness once per year. This is the primary maintenance requirement.
Stop and reposition the rear mounting rail. The manual states in step 5: "Temporarily position the frame bracket on the outside of the frame and check that the 1/8 drilled holes align with the slots of the frame bracket." If they do not align, remove the frame bracket, reposition the mounting rail to ensure it is centered between the weld seams (as required in step 3), and re-mark and re-drill the pilot holes. Do not proceed to enlarge the holes until alignment is confirmed.
This indicates a positioning error during the initial setup. The manual emphasizes in step 3: "It is critical that rail is centered side to side on the truck bed." You must loosen the fasteners (do not fully remove them), reposition the mounting rail to center it between the weld seams, and re-tighten. For the front rail, step 10 also requires centering verification. If the rail cannot be centered, verify that you are using the correct dimensions for your truck bed length (long bed or short bed) from Figure 2.
This indicates a positioning or alignment issue. The manual states in step 10: "Ensure that the mounting rail is centered between the weld seams on the length of the truck box floor. This will position the mounting rail in the correct location and ensure that the 5th wheel will have a snug fit to the truck." Loosen the fasteners, reposition the mounting rail to ensure it is centered, and re-tighten. If using multiple hitch products, the manual notes: "If more than one hitch product will be used with the rails then both should be used at the same time to align the second rail." Verify that both rails are installed and aligned together.
Ensure you are drilling only the row 3 holes to 1 1/4" (step 8). The bushings (2.773" diameter) are installed in these holes to protect the bed. If corrugation is being crushed, you may be drilling in the wrong location or using incorrect technique. Verify the hole locations against Figure 2 for your bed length. For the front rail, the U-shaped spacer (step 12) is specifically designed to prevent crushing of bed corrugation—ensure it is properly positioned in the corrugation before tightening the carriage bolts.
Fasteners may loosen due to vibration and movement. Re-torque all fasteners to the correct specifications: 1/2" hardware to 110 ft-lbs and M12 hardware to 92 ft-lbs (125 N·m). Follow the same torque sequence as the initial installation: first torque the mounting rails to the frame brackets, then torque the frame brackets to the truck frame. The manual requires checking bolt tightness once per year as part of routine maintenance.
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