Can Fifth Wheel Rails be Mounted Behind Rear Axle
Question:
Can i mount the rails behind the wheel wells or do they have to be centered. To get more clearance from the back of the cab to the camper I would slide the fifth wheel back not center of the wheel wells, Correct or wrong? I want to be able to make 90 degree turns.
asked by: James
Expert Reply:
Since the pin weight of a fifth wheel trailer is so high you have to have the weight of the trailer squarely above the rear axle in the bed of the truck or possible a few inches forward. Installing the rails behind this will cause all sorts of problems with handling and braking.
For a sliding hitch to use with these rails that allows turning clearance you would want the part # DM8550034 which will automatically slide back as your vehicle makes tight turns to give you clearance.
Check out the review video I attached for more info on it.
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs
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- 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
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Curt Custom Fifth Wheel Installation Kit for Ford F150 - Carbide Finish
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
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