Could Hoist Remove Demco Hijacker 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Slider # DM8550035 From Truck Bed
Question:
Is there a correct way to remove this hitch with a hoist. Will it damage the hitch if it is lifted by the head. I have an engine hoist I use now to remove my Reese hitch by wrapping a rope around the head and lift it straight up.
asked by: Bill
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Helpful Expert Reply:
The head of the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider # DM8550035 that you referenced is rated to be able to handle up to 5,250 lbs of vertical weight. If you wanted to wrap a rope around the head to lift the weight of the hitch (300 lbs) the hitch would be totally fine.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 21,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 5250 lbs Vertical Load
- 21000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 15-1/4 - 18 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
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7/16/2020
I’d recommend DM6100 to lift the hitch vs a rope... Works great for me using an engine hoist. Easy peasy.