Replacement Head for Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches

Item # DM6081

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Replaces the head from your Demco Autoslide fifth-wheel trailer hitch with a 13,000-lb, 18,000-lb, or 21,000-lb. capacity. A wraparound jaw provides a smooth ride and a locking bar offers added security. 1-800-940-8924 to order Demco accessories and parts part number DM6081 or order online at etrailer.com. Free expert support on all Demco products. Great prices and Fastest Shipping for Replacement Head for Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches. Accessories and Parts reviews from real customers.

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Demco Accessories and Parts - DM6081

Features:

Replaces the head from your Demco Autoslide 5th-wheel trailer hitch with a 13,000-lb, 18,000-lb, or 21,000-lb capacity
- Models DM8550022, 8550023, DM8550024, DM8550034, DM8550035, 8550036, DM8550037, DM8550038, DM8550040, and DM8550041
Rotating hitch head turns up to 90 degrees with your trailer
- Rotation creates the force that propels the automatic slider
- Built-in brackets stabilize your pin box so the king pin won't rotate in the hitch - no need for a separate capture plate for standard pin boxes
Wraparound, single-piece jaw provides a secure connection
- 360-Degree jaw-to-king-pin contact
- Less rattle and more security than slide-bar jaws
3/4" Thick, solid steel locking bar reinforces the connection of your coupled trailer
- Automatically locks into place when the jaw closes
Double-pivot design eases hookup and helps to limit chucking
- Pivots front to back and side to side
Spring-loaded handle with comfort grip allows for simple coupling
- Tethered safety pin lets you secure the handle in the open or the closed position
Sturdy steel construction with rust-resistant black powder coat finish
Made in the USA

Specs:

Fits standard pin boxes 12" - 14" wide
- Locking plates (sold separately) are required for use with Glide Ride, Mor Ryde, Trailair Tri Glide, and 5th Airborne pin boxes

6081 Demco Hijacker Head Assembly for Auto Slide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch

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Replacement Head for Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - DM6081

Average Customer Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars (7 Customer Reviews)

Order: Replaces the head from your Demco Autoslide fifth-wheel trailer hitch with a 13,000-lb, 18,000-lb, or 21,000-lb. capacity. A wraparound jaw provides a smooth ride and a locking bar offers added security.

by: Jean-Yves01/10/2022

I am really a fan of Demco product. I installed a Demco Hijacker Autoslide 18k on My HD 2500 Crew Cab Silverado 2017 standard box. I made a transfert of my Autoslide to my new GMC HD 2020 Duramax and I am really happy again. I bought a new replacement Head because the head of my original autoslide 2016 the adjustments of the captures plates were poorly designed and caused the pin box to move between capture paltes. I am happy with the replacement head.

by: Steven 10/25/2019

WOW! The order arrived from halfway across the country in just three days (four days earlier than predicted) and fit perfectly. Easy installation with just one key pin.
Thank you so much Mariah for your knowledge of your products, patience and persistence in finding the correct part for the job. The replacement part is a new design (and manufacturer) that is actually a superior, more secure product (fifth wheel hitch head). And it was a free shipping day (not a trivial thing for a 65 pound part) and reasonable prices to boot. Thank you!

by: Jeff 09/15/2022

Delivered before expected

by: Michael 07/14/2022

Great company. Would order parts from them again.

by: Randy 12/11/2022

Great

by: Frank 10/08/2021

by: Gary01/13/2022

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Replacement Fifth Wheel Head for Demco Hijacker Auto Slide
The replacement head assembly for the Demco Hijacker Auto Slide hitches is the part # DM6081.
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Troubleshooting Demco Hijacker Jarring and Chucking at Start and Stop
I reached out to my contact at Demco and he said that depending on the year, there was a gear adjustment bolt on the cab side of the base of the older Hijacker models. He also said some of the slide bar heads had an adjustment bolt there as well for a better king pin/pin box connection. These adjustments should clean up the slop that you are experiencing. If you have your owners manual it will walk you through those adjustments. If you don't have the manual, let me know your model number...
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Replacement Hitch Head Recommendation for a Demco Hijacker Fifth Wheel Hitch
We have the part you are looking for. For the replacement head for your Demco Hijacker you would want the part # DM6081.
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Demco 5th Wheel Autoslide Hitch 8550023 Pin Dimensions
If the pins you are asking about in the Replacement Head for Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # DM6081 are 1 inch diameter and 9.38 inches long. I reached out to my tech contact at Demco to ensure you had the correct dimensions. If you are looking for the pins that attach to the base rails then you can use standard size pins like # 6014 that are 1/2 inch diameter and 3-1/4 inches usable length from the bend.
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Weights and Measures of Demco HiJakcer 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch for a 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 Short Bed
For Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Underbed - 18,000 lbs Item # DM8550022 the head by itself, which is # DM6081, weighs approximately 65 pounds. The base the head sits on by itself weighs approximately 178 pounds. And the side plates weigh about 40 pounds. They combine for a total weight of approximately 285 pounds. The base is 35 inches long by 33 inches wide overall. According to our contacts at Demco the pin box should NOT make contact with...
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Replacement Head for Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch
Thank you for the pictures and number information. I was able to determine that you have the Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider # DM8550024 and yes, the Replacement Head for Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches # DM6081 is the correct replacement head for your Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider # DM8550024.
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Too Much Slop When Starting and Stopping with Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch
In regards to a Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch like part # DM8550034, there are not adjustments for the locking jaw mechanism. If there is too much slop inside the jaws with the kingpin they are either too far worn or damaged and need replaced. This would require a new head assembly, the Replacement Head for Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part # DM6081. That said, the slop you are feeling may be attributed to the base and in which case there is an adjustment for this...
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Troubleshooting Chucking From An XLR Nitro 321 With An Air Ride Pin Box And Demco Autoslide Hitch
Since you already have an air ride pin box the next step would be to look at your hitch. Based on the picture you provided the jaws look like they need to be replaced. Even though the king pin might be held by the hitch jaws so it's in no danger of popping out there could be enough play to allow the king pin to rattle which is transferring into the chucking you're feeling. You'll be able to replace the head assembly of your hitch with the Replacement Head for Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th...
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Parts Needed To Install A Demco Hijacker AutoSlide Hitch In A 2016 Ram 2500 With OEM Prep Package
To install your Replacement Head and Base Assembly for Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 18K # DM6077 in the bed of your 2016 Ram 2500 with the factory puck system you'll need the Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Ram OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package - 25,000lbs # DM6099. This adapter will drop right into the pucks for quick and easy installation and removal. To attach the hitch to the adapter you'll need the Replacement Side Plates for Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel...
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Why Did Demco Autoslide 5TH Wheel Hitch Move Back When Connected To Lippert Rhino Pin Box?
I do see your Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # DM8550035 is missing the Capture Plate # DM14743-95 and other components on the Head # DM6081. And as you have a Rhino pin box you need the Locking Plate # DM76FR as well to prevent the Demco from turning unless the trailer is turning. Since you don't have either of the parts on the head this is why your hitch slid back the way it did.
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Weight of Components in Demco Hijacker 13K Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch
The head( # DM6081) of the 13K Demco Hijacker Autoslide weighs 65lbs, the base weighs 210lbs, and the above the bed brackets( # DM6003) 30lbs while the puck mounting under bed brackets( # DM6004) weigh 42lbs totaling to 305-317lbs. This will add weight to your truck, but it's minor compared to the weight the hitch is capable of towing. The # DM6141 is just the head and base while the # DM8550040 is the system with above the bed rail brackets and the # DM8550041 is the unit with the puck...
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