Can Demco Hijacker 5th Wheel Hitch Hook Up to a Trailer at a 45 Degree Angle
Question:
The information I have read states that to hook/unhook your trailer from this Autoslider hitch that you must stay within a 0 to 15 degree angle. Where I store my camper i have to back in with the truck being on about a 45 degree angle. This hitch seems to be the perfect hitch for my application except for the angle limitations. Is there a way to be able hook/unhook this hitch from a trailer at this angle?
asked by: Kelly G
Expert Reply:
The issue with the angle restrictions on Demco 5th wheel hitch # DM8550035 is the auto-sliding feature. In order for it to engage/disengage properly when hooking up/unhooking it can only be at the 0 to 15 degree angle. A manual slider such as the Curt A20 # C16541 would be a better option.
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Curt A20 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ R20 Slider - Dual Jaw - 20,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 5000 lbs Vertical Load
- 20000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 17-1/2 - 21-1/2 Inch Tall
- 12 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- CURT
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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
- Demco
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