Solution for Needing Truck Bed Tool Box Clearance Towing Trailer with Toolbox in Truck Bed
Question:
I have a 1994 coachman 36foot fifth wheel and tow it with a 2001 dodge 3500 longed. I have a toolbox in the bed, I need an extension to move the camper back some to avoid contact with the toolbox. I dont want anything fancy, no need for a sidewinder or cushion ride. Think budget minded. Any suggestions? Thank you.
asked by: Bill P
Expert Reply:
Since there are no pin box extension solutions for the Leland 7900 pin box the best solution we would have is a new hitch that automatically slides back when you make tight turns. For that the Demco Hijacker Autoslide part # DM8550034 would work great if you only needed 14 inches of additional clearance but if you needed more there is a 13k option part # DM8550040 that slides back 22-1/2 inches. These were designed for short bed trucks to give better clearance between the cab and trailer around tight corners but would work for your application as well.
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 13,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 3250 lbs Vertical Load
- 13000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 15-1/4 - 18 Inch Tall
- 22-1/2 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Demco
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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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