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Survivor61 · 05-06-2008, 03:43 PM

Wow, just got my 5th wheel hitch installed. The bracket kit was 4 bolts and a some spacers. On my Dodge, it was that plus these large "L" shaped brackets that went around the frame. Hope this is the correct.

Blue Toy · 05-07-2008, 09:07 PM

I installed a reese, and I had to order a "Tundra Bracket Kit" extra. It included the L brackets.
I would NOT install without the L brackets...I've actually seen a Tundra frame break at the mounting points (that's why I welded, not bolted, mine in as was recommended by someone else on this site). Tundra frames are VERY VERY thin to reduce weight.
When you pull your fiver, leave a report...I'm sorry to say I'm not too happy with mine. My Tundra is for sale (at 4 months old for a HUGE loss), and even though it has been much more reliable than my Chevy, the Chevy could handle the pin weight, where as the Tundra just can not, even with the airbags I added.

ramoine · 05-07-2008, 09:15 PM

Tundra/Fifthwheel Trailer Pics

Some one in this link may be able to help you out .

TexBiker · 05-07-2008, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ramoine

Towing Report: '07 Tundra + 35' 9000 lb trailer

you can pm this guy , if you have anymore questions .

That link points to a guy using the hitch...not a 5th wheel. Completely different animals.

ramoine · 05-08-2008, 12:46 AM

RV.Net Open Roads Forum: Whats Your Real Weights? Truck and Trailer. The Real Deal

Alot of info here for towing .

ramoine · 05-08-2008, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by TexBiker

That link points to a guy using the hitch...not a 5th wheel. Completely different animals.

Thanks for pointing that out to me .

My bad .

Survivor61 · 05-08-2008, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Blue Toy

the Chevy could handle the pin weight, where as the Tundra just can not, even with the airbags I added.

Curious. What is your Pin weight?

quarque · 05-11-2008, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Survivor61

Wow, just got my 5th wheel hitch installed. The bracket kit was 4 bolts and a some spacers. On my Dodge, it was that plus these large "L" shaped brackets that went around the frame. Hope this is the correct.

I think you need the L brackets since almost every brand I've checked on the net shows some sort of L bracket in their rail kit and make a big deal in the instructions about making sure you use the L brackets. Your hitch may pull right out of the bed and that endangers you and everyone else on the road.

Survivor61 · 05-12-2008, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by quarque

I think you need the L brackets since almost every brand I've checked on the net shows some sort of L bracket in their rail kit and make a big deal in the instructions about making sure you use the L brackets. Your hitch may pull right out of the bed and that endangers you and everyone else on the road.

Yea, I was thinking the same thing. I believe these came with little brackets, like 1" x 1" but not big L brackets like they used on my Dodge. Do you have a link to a kit that shows these brackets by chance? I want to print it and take it back to the place that put my hitch on and ask them about it.

quarque · 05-12-2008, 05:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Survivor61

Yea, I was thinking the same thing. I believe these came with little brackets, like 1" x 1" but not big L brackets like they used on my Dodge. Do you have a link to a kit that shows these brackets by chance? I want to print it and take it back to the place that put my hitch on and ask them about it.

what brand was your hitch?

Survivor61 · 05-13-2008, 05:33 PM

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Originally Posted by quarque

what brand was your hitch?

Its a Husky Slider.

quarque · 05-13-2008, 09:18 PM

If you go to any site like this:

Husky slider for 5th Wheel Hitches

you'll see the rail kits always show long L brackets that bolt to the frame. If you have nothing like this under your bed then you have a dangerous situation.

Survivor61 · 05-15-2008, 02:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by quarque

If you go to any site like this:

Husky slider for 5th Wheel Hitches

you'll see the rail kits always show long L brackets that bolt to the frame. If you have nothing like this under your bed then you have a dangerous situation.

Hmm actually, don't see any large L brackets here, look at this pdf file, the Tundra is at the end.

http://www.valleyorders.com/HH5thWheelInstall.pdf

I am still gonna check around before I tow anyway just to make sure.

quarque · 05-16-2008, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Survivor61

Hmm actually, don't see any large L brackets here, look at this pdf file, the Tundra is at the end.

http://www.valleyorders.com/HH5thWheelInstall.pdf

I am still gonna check around before I tow anyway just to make sure.

wow. I see what you mean. Most all their setups have brackets except Toyota. I think they screwed up. Like I said earlier, almost every one I've looked at for 07-08 Tundra have brackets to reinforce the rail connection to the frame. Especially since some say the Tundra frame is a little "thin" compared to others.

05-06-2008, 03:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
Survivor61 Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Sacramento, Ca Posts: 48	5th Wheel Brackets Wow, just got my 5th wheel hitch installed. The bracket kit was 4 bolts and a some spacers. On my Dodge, it was that plus these large "L" shaped brackets that went around the frame. Hope this is the correct. __________________ S. Proctor Sacramento, Ca 08 Tundra DC 5.7 4x4 TRD SR5 93 Salem 27' 5th wheel

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ramoine Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Huntington,Indiana Posts: 3,219	Tundra/Fifthwheel Trailer Pics Some one in this link may be able to help you out . __________________ 2008 Crewmax X-SP carbon Fiber Dash kit 20" JTI Rims BFG AT KO 285/55/20 AFE C.A.I w/ Dry Pro filter and the AFE Mod Blacked out Headlight Mod. Flo~Pro muffler #744 Toytec 3" front , 1" rear blocks and Diff. lowering kit Last edited by ramoine : 05-08-2008 at 12:55 AM. Reason: gave wrong info , revised the link .

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ramoine Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Huntington,Indiana Posts: 3,219	RV.Net Open Roads Forum: Whats Your Real Weights? Truck and Trailer. The Real Deal Alot of info here for towing . __________________ 2008 Crewmax X-SP carbon Fiber Dash kit 20" JTI Rims BFG AT KO 285/55/20 AFE C.A.I w/ Dry Pro filter and the AFE Mod Blacked out Headlight Mod. Flo~Pro muffler #744 Toytec 3" front , 1" rear blocks and Diff. lowering kit

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05-07-2008, 09:07 PM	#2 (permalink)
Blue Toy Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 10	I installed a reese, and I had to order a "Tundra Bracket Kit" extra. It included the L brackets. I would NOT install without the L brackets...I've actually seen a Tundra frame break at the mounting points (that's why I welded, not bolted, mine in as was recommended by someone else on this site). Tundra frames are VERY VERY thin to reduce weight. When you pull your fiver, leave a report...I'm sorry to say I'm not too happy with mine. My Tundra is for sale (at 4 months old for a HUGE loss), and even though it has been much more reliable than my Chevy, the Chevy could handle the pin weight, where as the Tundra just can not, even with the airbags I added.

05-13-2008, 09:18 PM	#12 (permalink)
quarque Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 5	If you go to any site like this: Husky slider for 5th Wheel Hitches you'll see the rail kits always show long L brackets that bolt to the frame. If you have nothing like this under your bed then you have a dangerous situation.

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