Demco Hijacker Autoslide Hitch and Rail Kit Recommendation for 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500HD Short Bed

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Interested in Demco autoslide hitch. TV is 05 Silverado Dmax 2500hd srw 6.5bed. Trlr is 17 jayco 377rlbh 13,305 uvw Any suggestions on part numbers?

asked by: Marc

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We have just what you would need. The Demco Auto Slide you would want is the part # DM8550022 which will fit the underbed Demco rails part # DM8551004 that are custom fit for your 2005 Chevy Silverado 2500HD short bed.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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I do have a solution for you, however based on my research, it appears that the exact switch part number 212481 referenced in your question is no longer available from the manufacturer. We do have some replacement switches available that should…

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The Ventline #BL0108-00 switch you referred to is very similar but fits a cut out hole measuring 3/4" X 1/2" instead of the 1" X 1/2" sizing that you want. The closest items we carry are, JR Products #37212595 uses…

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I understand the need to lessen the drop/rise. If you are okay with bottom step setting close to or possibly against the ground then the Alumi-Tread Manual Pull-Out Step for RVs - 8" Drop/Rise - 24" Wide - Quad - Aluminum,…

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I can walk you through the installation of the Underbed Rail and Installation Kit for Demco Hijacker UMS 5th Wheel and Gooseneck Trailer Hitches part #DM8551004 but we have not had the chance to install this on a 2005 GMC Sierra 3500 yet. A standard…

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You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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The 40 amp fuse for your 2006 Chevrolet Silverado tow package is used for the 12 volt battery charge circuit. This fuse is located toward the front of the underhood fuse box closest to the front auxiliary positive post (see photo). There may be a…

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Answer 7

Choosing the right height setting for your 5th wheel hitch is a combination of a few different variables. First of all you want your towing setup to be as level as possible. With your Montana High Country 340BH level you will want to measure from the…

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The length of wire desired depends on your vehicle connection and your personal preference. You want enough slack for turning, but not so much for dragging as you mentioned. A little extra slack isn't a problem and not enough could lead to stress…

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Seal 171255UC has an inner diameter of 1.719 inches and outer diameter of 2.565 inches. A seal that has those dimensions would actually be #58846. I've added a link to a video review of this seal for you to take a look at.

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Answer 10

The manual lockout on your Atwood 85778 surge brake coupler is there so that you can back up the trailer without the brakes locking up on you. Yes you can safely tow your trailer with the broken manual lockout, you just have to make sure you…

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I did some checking and the hub/drum we offer that will work for you is the part #8-430-5UC3. This uses the same bearings as the 8-415 and will be an exact fit aside from the fact this is a non-ABS setup and the 8-415 came in an ABS setup and non-ABS…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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