Can a Sidewinder be Used with a PullRite Superglide Hitch on a 1999 Alfa Ideal 5th Wheel Trailer

Question:

I am buying a 1999 Alfa Ideal 5th wheel and will be using a Pullrite Superglide hitch. How do I determine the make of the king pin box? Are all Alfa Ideal king pin boxes the same? Thanks

asked by: Kurt U

Expert Reply:

If you need to know the pin box on the trailer to determine if there is a Sidewinder that will fit I have to tell you that Sidewinders cannot be used with the Pullrite Superglide hitch. This is because the Superglide slides automatically and that travel, coupled with the 22 inch extension of a Sidewinder, creates a dangerous situation and could damage the hitch, trailer, or truck.

If you need to know the pin box to use a capture plate and will not be using a Sidewinder then take a look on the trailer pin box for a sticker or plate that lists the manufacturer and model number of the pin box. If that information is not available on the pin box then take a look at the help article I have linked that explains how to measure the pin box and that also has a chart at the end listing various pin boxes based on the measurements.

expert reply by: Michael H