Recommendation for Underbed 5th Wheel Hitch on 2015 Ford F-250 with 6-3/4 Foot Bed
Question:
My 2015 F250 Super Duty Crew Cab w/6.7 Power Stroke does not have the Ford prep package. What under-mount rail kit do I need for the 8550034?
asked by: Johnny M
Expert Reply:
I do have a couple options for you, however the 18 K Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # DM8550034 referenced in your question is not compatible with below-bed rail kits. For this 5th-Wheel Hitch, you will use the above bed rail kit # DM8552000-71.
If you would like to use a below-bed rail kit, I recommend the Demco Hijacker Autoslide - Underbed # DM8550022 along with the rail kit # DM8551000. This hitch is also rated at 18,000 pounds and has a premium single-piece jaw to provide a secure connection and less rattle when towing your 5th-wheel. The hitch automatically slides to give you an additional 14 inches of clearance for tight turns with your Ford F-250 Super Duty's short bed. The underbed rail kit will allow for uninhibited use of your truck bed once your hitch is removed. I have included a demonstration video of this hitch for you to look at.
I also recommend adding a 5th-Wheel Wiring Harness like the Demco # DM8555002. This can be easily installed and will provide a 7-way connector in the bed of your truck for easy hookup with your trailer.
Products Referenced in This Question
Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Underbed - 18,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Aftermarket Below Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 15-1/2 - 18-1/4 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Demco
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Underbed Rail and Installation Kit for Demco UMS 5th Wheel and Gooseneck Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Below the Bed
- Demco
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Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Above the Bed
- Demco
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Demco 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness with 7-Pole Plug - 10' Long
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Fifth Wheel and Gooseneck Wiring
- 10 Feet Long
- Custom Fit
- 7 Round - Blade
- Demco
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- 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
- Demco
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