Automatic Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2020 Ram 2500 Short Bed without OEM Rail Kit
Question:
I have a short bed 2020 Ram 2500 that doesnt have the factory rail kit that I want a sliding hitch for. What is my best option?
asked by: Joseph
Expert Reply:
The best automatic sliding hitch we offer that can fit your 2020 Ram 2500 short bed without the factory rail kit is the Demco Hijacker Autoslide part # DM8550034. The other most popular auto sliding option is the Pullrite hitches but I have read many online reviews on other sites and forums where people compare the two saying that the Demco costs less and tends to be more reliable so I would highly recommend it for you. The Demco is height adjustable unlike the Pullrite.
Also, the Demco does not require the use of a capture plate like the Pull-Rite so that is one less thing to buy.
To install this in the bed of your 2020 Ram 2500 all you need is the Reese Custom Rail Kit part # RP50054-58 which will install in your truck with minimal drilling and install time! I attached an install video for this for you to check out too.
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Products Referenced in This Question
Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Above the Bed
- Reese
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 16-1/2 - 19-1/4 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Demco
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