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5th Wheel Hitch Installation in Alberta
Planning to tow a fifth-wheel RV or trailer? Raven Truck Accessories supplies and installs CURT 5th wheel hitches for compatible pickup trucks.
A fifth-wheel hitch mounts in the truck bed, placing the trailer connection over or near the rear axle. Choosing the right system requires careful attention to the truck, trailer, bed length, factory equipment and required towing capacity.
Raven provides 5th wheel hitch installation in Grande Prairie, Edmonton, Red Deer and Calgary. Our team can help identify the appropriate CURT hitch, mounting system and towing accessories for your setup.
What We Need to Recommend a Hitch
Please provide the following information when requesting a quote:
- Truck year, make and model
- Cab style and bed length
- Two-wheel or four-wheel drive
- Factory puck system or fifth-wheel prep package, if equipped
- Trailer make and model
- Trailer gross vehicle weight rating
- Trailer pin weight
- Whether the trailer has a rotating pin box
- Existing bed liner, tonneau cover or truck-bed accessories
- Any planned changes to the truck or trailer
These details help us determine hitch compatibility, mounting requirements and cab-to-trailer clearance.
CURT 5th Wheel Hitches
Raven carries CURT Manufacturing fifth-wheel hitches and related towing equipment. Available options depend on the truck and trailer combination.
Fixed fifth-wheel hitches
A fixed hitch stays in one towing position. It is commonly used in long-bed trucks where there is more space between the trailer and the truck cab during turns.
Sliding fifth-wheel hitches
A slider can move the connection point rearward to provide additional turning clearance. This may be required for some short-bed trucks, depending on the trailer design and pin box.
Factory puck system hitches
Some trucks are equipped with a factory-installed fifth-wheel preparation package. A compatible hitch can connect to the factory puck locations, avoiding permanent above-bed mounting rails.
Rail-mounted hitches
Trucks without a factory puck system may require vehicle-specific brackets and mounting rails. The installation method depends on the truck application and selected CURT system.
Raven will confirm the appropriate hitch style and mounting components before installation.
What 5th Wheel Hitch Installation Includes
Installation varies by truck and mounting system. Depending on the application, the service may include:
- Inspecting the truck bed, frame and mounting area
- Confirming hitch and bracket compatibility
- Measuring and positioning the mounting system
- Installing vehicle-specific frame brackets
- Installing above-bed rails or a puck-compatible mounting system
- Drilling where required by the approved installation procedure
- Securing and torquing the mounting hardware
- Installing and checking the hitch assembly
- Confirming hitch movement and locking operation
- Reviewing basic hitch operation with the customer
An in-bed seven-way electrical connector can also be quoted when required. This gives the trailer wiring a convenient connection point inside the truck bed.
Truck and Trailer Compatibility
The hitch rating must meet the needs of the trailer, but hitch capacity is only one part of safe towing.
Your complete setup must remain within the limits established for the:
- Truck
- Fifth-wheel hitch
- Mounting system
- Trailer
- Tires and wheels
- Axles
- Suspension
- Other towing components
Installing a higher-capacity fifth-wheel hitch does not increase the truck manufacturer’s towing or payload limits. Trailer pin weight also counts against the truck’s available payload.
Always confirm your truck’s towing and payload ratings before selecting a trailer or hitch.
Important Bed-Clearance Considerations
Proper clearance helps reduce the risk of contact between the truck and trailer.
Factors that may affect clearance include:
- Truck-bed length
- Trailer front-cap design
- Fixed or sliding hitch
- Pin-box design
- Hitch height adjustment
- Bed-rail height
- Tonneau cover clearance
- Tool boxes or other bed-mounted equipment
Tell Raven about any accessories already installed in the truck bed. Some tonneau covers, tool boxes, liners and storage products may affect hitch access or compatibility.
Installation Locations in Alberta
Professional CURT fifth-wheel hitch installation is available through participating Raven Truck Accessories stores:
- Grande Prairie: Serving RV and truck owners throughout northwestern Alberta
- Edmonton: Installation available through Raven Edmonton North and Edmonton South
- Red Deer: Serving Red Deer and communities across Central Alberta
- Calgary: Serving Calgary and Southern Alberta
- Edson: Supporting customers in Edson and surrounding west-central Alberta communities
- Prince George: Serving Prince George and surrounding communities
Contact your nearest Raven store to confirm installation availability for your truck and hitch application.
Related Towing Products and Services
Raven can also help with:
- In-bed seven-way electrical connectors
- Trailer brake controllers
- Gooseneck hitches
- Receiver hitches and ball mounts
- Towing mirrors
- Air bags and load-support suspension
- Mud flaps
- Truck-bed protection
- Fleet and commercial towing accessories
Flexiti financing is available on eligible parts and installation, O.A.C.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a sliding fifth-wheel hitch?
Some short-bed trucks may require a sliding hitch or another compatible clearance solution. The answer depends on the bed length, trailer profile, pin box and turning clearance.
Can a fifth-wheel hitch be installed in a truck without factory preparation?
Yes, many trucks without a factory fifth-wheel prep package can use vehicle-specific brackets and bed rails. Raven will confirm whether a suitable CURT mounting system is available for your truck.
Will Raven drill into my truck bed?
Some rail-mounted installations require drilling through the truck bed, while puck-compatible systems use existing factory mounting points. The required procedure depends on the truck and mounting system.
Can I keep my tonneau cover?
Some tonneau covers can be used with a fifth-wheel hitch when they are open, but compatibility and clearance vary. Tell us which cover you have before installation.
Does Raven install customer-supplied hitches?
Yes. Contact your nearest Raven store with the CURT model, part numbers, condition and truck information. The team will need to confirm that the hitch and all mounting components are complete and compatible.
Get a 5th Wheel Hitch Installation Quote
Send us your truck’s year, make, model and bed length, along with your trailer information and whether the truck has a factory fifth-wheel prep package. Call 1-866-728-3648, email marketing@raventruck.com or use the contact form below.