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RAM-VB-178A-SW2: RAM No-Drill™ Mount for '12-23 RAM 2500-5500
RAM-VB-178A-SW2: RAM No-Drill™ Mount for '12-23 RAM 2500-5500 arm movement up and down
RAM-VB-178A-SW2: RAM No-Drill™ Mount for '12-23 RAM 2500-5500 swing arm movement
RAM-VB-178A-SW2: RAM No-Drill™ Mount for '12-23 RAM 2500-5500
RAM-VB-178A-SW2: RAM No-Drill™ Mount for '12-23 RAM 2500-5500 arm movement up and down
RAM-VB-178A-SW2: RAM No-Drill™ Mount for '12-23 RAM 2500-5500 swing arm movement

RAM-VB-178A-SW2: RAM No-Drill™ Mount for ’12-23 RAM 2500-5500 + More

MPN: RAM-VB-178A-SW2
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$373.95

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SKU: 15903 Categories: No-Drill Vehicle Mounts, Universal RAM Mounts
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This RAM® No-Drill™ mounting system installs quickly and easily into a range of Ram 1500 and Ram 2500 trucks using the existing hardware of the passenger side seat rails. This configuration provides a telescoping feature that ranges from 12” to 18”. Dual swing arms provide articulation and 12” of reach for passenger and driver access to the mounted device. The round ball base attached to the end of the swing arm supports a variety of tablet and laptop holders, while RAM® rubber ball and socket technology provides additional adjustability as well as shock and vibration isolation.

RAM-VB-178A-SW2 FEATURES

  • Custom vehicle tablet mount designed specifically for 2012-2023 Ram 2500-5500 trucks
  • Dual articulating swing arms allow for ideal device placement; compatible with a variety of tablet holders and laptop holders
  • Requires no drilling into the vehicle and installs on the passenger side using the existing seat bolts
  • Made of powder-coated steel and marine-grade aluminum
  • Backed by a lifetime warranty

RAM-VB-178A-SW2 COMPONENTS

  • RAM-VB-178A + RAM-VP-SW1-89

RAM-VB-178A-SW2 COMPATIBILITY

  • Dodge RAM 1500 (2012-2018)
  • Dodge RAM 1500 Classic (2019-2023)
  • Dodge RAM 2500 – 5500 (2012-2023)

HARDWARE INCLUDED

  • Assembly Hardware
  • (2) M8-1.25 x 60mm Hex Bolts
  • (2) 3/4″ Stand-Offs
  • (2) 5/16″ Flat Washers

HOLE PATTERN

  • 4-Hole AMPS: 1.181″ x 1.496″
  • 3-Hole 120-Degree: 1.812″ Diameter
  • Seat Bolt Distance: 13.25″ center to center

PLATE SIZE

  • 2.5″ Diameter

BALL SIZE

  • C Size (1.5″)

WEIGHT CAPACITY

  • Standard Use: 4 lbs
  • Heavy-Duty Use: 3 lbs

MATERIALS

  • Powder coated steel
  • Marine grade-aluminum

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • Low profile design limits intrusion on passenger side leg space. Base will not interfere with levers or factory installed console or 4WD lever. Base designed to accommodate trucks with power take-off (PTO.)
Weight 14 lbs
Dimensions 20 × 11 × 6 in
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Product Guides & Documentation

RAM-VB-178A Installation Instuctions (pdf)

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RAM-HOL-TABL8U: RAM Tab-Lock Tablet Holder for Apple iPad Pro 9.7 with Case + More

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RAM-HOL-UN8BCU: RAM X-Grip Universal Holder for 7″-8″ Tablets with 1.5″ Ball

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RAM-VB-REM1

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RAM-VB-REM1

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