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CURT (60638): 2 5/16” Gooseneck Towing Kit for OEM Ram Puck System

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Get your 2016–2020 Ram 2500/3500 pickup ready for gooseneck towing with this 38,000 lb GTW kit from CURT. The included 2 5/16” gooseneck ball and safety chain loops drop easily into your Ram’s factory puck system (required) thanks to CURT’s patented system, which locks into place with just a simple quarter-turn.

The 60638 kit is constructed from forged and machined carbon steel alloy, finished in a polished chrome powdercoat and organized neatly in a durable case for convenient storage and transport. A bonus rubber cover keeps dirt and debris out of the gooseneck hole.

Features

  • For 2016–2020 Ram 2500/3500 with 5th wheel prep package
  • 38K gross trailer weight and 9.5K vertical load capacity
  • Carbon steel alloy protected by a chrome powdercoat
  • Drops into place via patented lever system and locks with a quarter-turn
  • Rubber covers keeps dirt out of gooseneck hole when not in use.
  • Reusable case for storage and transport
  • Warranty: limited lifetime (1-year finish and parts)
CURT 2 5-16 Gooseneck Kit for OEM Ram Puck System 60638

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CURT (16029): Puck System 5th Wheel Legs for 2020 GM 2500/3500 HD

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Instantly equip towing-prepped GM trucks for 5th wheel towing with these puck system legs, which use the bed mounting platform (puck system) to allow for faster, easier, and more secure installation of your CURT hitch. Boasting a 25,000 lb gross trailer weight capacity, these legs are compatible with most CURT 5th wheel hitches.

What really sets this product apart, however, is its quarter-turn anchoring system, which allows the legs to be quickly installed or removed as needed simply by turning the anchor handles. The mechanism remains strong enough for heavy-duty towing while eliminating chucking noise. CURT 16029 puck system 5th wheel legs are protected by a carbide black powdercoat and a limited lifetime warranty.

Note: For long-bed GM trucks with puck system.

Features

  • For 2020 GM 2500 HD and 3500 HD trucks
  • Adapts most CURT 5th wheel heads to GM puck system
  • Quarter-turn anchoring system provides quick installation and removal.
  • Adjustable anchors eliminate chucking between the legs and under-bed platform.
  • Protected by a durable carbide black powdercoat and rust-resistant Bonderite coating
  • Warranty: limited lifetime (1-year finish and parts)
CURT 16029 Puck System 5th Wheel Legs

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CURT (16026): 5th Wheel Legs for Nissan Titan XD with OEM Puck System

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The 16026 5th wheel legs from CURT make towing your RV, travel trailer, or other full-size 5th wheel trailer a dream. Specifically designed for the Nissan Titan XD with OEM puck system, these 5th wheel legs feature a three-point anchoring system that quickly and securely drops into the truck bed. They require no measuring, cutting, drilling, or vehicle-specific brackets for installation (the truck bed puck system is required for installation).

The legs feature standard, easy-access mounting holes to accommodate any CURT 5th wheel, and they boast a gross trailer weight capacity of 20,000 lb. To make towing as smooth and quiet as possible, these Nissan Titan XD legs also come with castle nuts that can be tightened or loosened as needed to eliminate any space between the pucks and the anchors.

For durability, this product is protected by a co-cured finish: a rust-resistant liquid Bonderite coating beneath a carbide black powdercoat. Together, the two create a superior shield against the elements as well as provide a barrier against rust, chipping, and UV damage. A limited lifetime warranty rounds out the protection.

Note: Requires Nissan Titan XD puck system for installation (long beds only). Compatible with CURT 5th wheel hitch heads up to 20,000 lb. Also available for Ford, GM, and Ram.

Features

  • Adapts most CURT 5th wheel hitch heads to fit the Nissan Titan XD puck system.
  • Quarter-turn anchoring system provides quick installation and removal.
  • Adjustable anchors eliminate chucking between the legs and under-bed platform.
  • Protected by a carbide black powder-coated finish and a rust-resistant liquid Bonderite coating.
  • Backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

CURT Puck System 5th Wheel Legs

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Air Lift: LoadLifter 7500 XL

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New for 2017 is the LoadLifter 7500 XL from Air Lift, offering up to 7,500 lb. of load-leveling capacity to support the largest loads on the road and a 1” increased diameter over the LoadLifter 5000. The LoadLifter 7500 XL is distinguished by its combination of capacity, adjustability (5–100 PSI), and uncompromising ride quality—making it the best choice for towing and hauling the heaviest loads with the utmost safety and comfort.

Air Lift is launching the LoadLifter 7500 XL with four kits of out the gate (PN 57596 for 2011–2016 Ford F-250/-350; PN 57599 for 2017 Ford F-250/-350; PN 57538 for 2011–2017 GM 2500/3500; and PN 57595 for 2003–2017 Ram 3500), but more kits are scheduled for production.

Features

  • Up to 7,500 lb. of load-leveling capacity.
  • 7” double-convoluted-bellow air springs.
  • Up to 20% more air spring volume than LoadLifter 5000 air springs.
  • Air adjustable from 5 to 100 PSI.
  • Ultra high-strength, rust-proof, nylon-composite end caps are as strong as steel but weigh less.
  • Air Lift–exclusive upper and lower roll plates protect air springs from abrasion and increase load capacity up to 10%.
  • Most kits use existing vehicle frame holes for a bolt-on installation—no drilling required.
  • Easy to install with illustrated manual.
  • All kits are compatible with most 5th wheel and gooseneck hitches.
  • 60-day, no-questions-asked, money-back guarantee and a lifetime warranty.

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CURT (16540): A20 5th Wheel Hitch Head

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If you’re looking for smoother, quieter towing for your home away from home, the A20 5th wheel hitch from CURT combines the company’s patented A-series technology with an easier mounting system and the power of a 20K 5th wheel hitch.

The 16540 uses a patented cast yoke to allow for unimpeded head movement plus exceptional trailer stability. A set of poly-torsion inserts suppresses shock loads and reduces excessive noise, while the head features strong interlocking jaws that facilitate free pivoting and swiveling.

A carbide black powdercoat and CURT’s limited lifetime warranty gives you peace of mind against wear, rust, and other towing enemies.

Note: This A20 head unit is a replacement head only. It requires 5th wheel legs or a 5th wheel roller to be installed—components not included in this package.

Features

  • 20,000 lb. capacity (5,000 lb. vertical load); manufacturer capacities apply.
  • Cast yoke with poly-torsion inserts to suppress shock loads and reduce noise.
  • Fully articulating torsion head for controlled coupling and stable towing.
  • High-strength, interlocking jaws fully wrap the kingpin to minimize noise.
  • Polyethylene lube plate eliminates messy grease deposits.
  • Lockable handle self-resets to the ready-to-couple position after uncoupling.
  • Extra-wide head opening for easier coupling.
  • Fast, one-pin head removal.
  • Alignment pegs and easy-access bolts for simple leg-to-body attachment.
  • Three-position coupling indicator is clearly visible from the truck cab.
  • Three height adjustment positions adapt to your unique truck bed.
  • Compatible with kingpin extension boxes, including common pivoting pin boxes.
  • Meets SAE J2638 testing standards.
  • Durable carbide powder-coated finish.
  • Limited lifetime warranty.

CURT (16540): A20 5th Wheel Hitch Head
CURT (16540): A20 5th Wheel Hitch Head

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We Got Hitched!

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By John M. Arnaud

Last Thursday, Total Truck Centers and The AAM Group enjoyed a special visit with representatives from two of our program vendors: CURT Manufacturing, a giant in the towing industry, and ARIES Automotive, whose custom pickup and Jeep accessories help trailblazers everywhere break their own ground.

We spent the day brainstorming ways that Total Truck Centers’ marketing tools and services could introduce CURT and ARIES products—hitches, grille guards, bumpers, seat covers, and towing accessories—to more of our jobbers and their customers.

Thanks to Jeff Perez, Joe Thompson, and Patrick Cripe for flying out to see us. We loved having you and look forward to an exciting year ahead!

To add towing power or aggressive styling to your truck, head on over to your local Total Truck Centers retailer, or find an affiliated store using our dealer locator.

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CURT / ARIES Group Shot

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CURT (16017): OEM-Compatible 5th Wheel Legs for Ford

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CURT has developed OEM 5th wheel legs that are made to fit specific models of Ford trucks that have the included towing prep package. The legs mount directly onto the existing under-bed platform or mounting locations and allow any CURT 5th wheel hitch head to easily mount into the truck bed. With a gross trailer weight capacity of 24,000 lb., they are compatible with the CURT Q16, Q20, Q24, and E16 hitch heads.

The most unique feature of CURT’s OEM-compatible 5th wheel legs is the special anchoring system, which allows for quick installation while still supplying the necessary strength for heavy-duty towing. The variable-position anchors allow the 5th wheel hitch head to easily drop into the under-bed mounting brackets, and with a quarter-turn, the head can be installed or removed as needed. The anchors can also be adjusted to limit the movement of the hitch head and eliminate chucking noises.

To give you confidence in every job you undertake with your Ford pickup, CURT gave its OEM-compatible 5th wheel hitch legs a durable finish of black carbide powdercoat, making them extremely resilient to scratching, rusting, and UV damage. We also back our 5th wheel legs with a limited lifetime warranty to put your mind at ease with every mile traveled.

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CURT_16017

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