What Does Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch # DM8550024 Weigh

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Just wondering what the physical weight of the Demco Autoslide with the Ford factory prep hitch is? Thank You in advance!

asked by: Tim A

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The total weight of the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch # DM8550024 that you referenced is 289 lbs. It comes apart in a few pieces pretty easily to make assembly and disassembly easier.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The BAKFlip MX4 Tonneau Cover #BAK48330 for the 2022 F-250 short bed has 4 panels. While you are using your Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch #DM8550024 you will be able to keep one panel laying flat on the bed. There are tow ways you can store the…

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Answer 2

The Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air Helper Springs #F95FV will be just fine if you need to lift your 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty, but it will be good practice to lower the psi rating to 5 prior to lifting the truck. I confirmed this…

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The pin weight of a 5th wheel trailer will usually be around 20% of the trailer's gross trailer weight (GTW) rating. The only real way to find the loaded pin weight of your 5th wheel trailer would require access to a commercial scale used…

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The head of the Demco Hijacker part #DM8550024 weighs 65 lbs. The total weight of the hitch with the head would be 289 lbs. You would need two people to get this hitch in and out.

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Yes, the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F35FV are compatible with your 2022 Ford F-250 4x4 with factory 5th wheel prep package. This system is compatible with in bed hitches, so it will be a great choice for your truck. I also recommend…

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Yes, trying to couple at an angle with the Demco Hijacker Autoslide #DM8550034 is actually not recommended. The head is fairly hard to move but you should be able to get it. It'll get easier with use. One method that might help is to lock…

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The Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Ford Super Duty Prep Package - 18K, part #DM8550024, weighs approximately 305 lbs.

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Answer 8

Since you are pulling a trailer that weighs around 8,500 lbs. you would just want to stick with the Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F35FV (5,000 lb.). You really only need to spend more for the Firestone Ride-Rite Red Label Extreme Duty Air…

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Answer 9

We do have tonneau covers that will be better when hauling a 5th wheel. Folding covers are not the best option because when folded up it sits above the bed rails quite a bit. This could result in damage to your trailer, the tonneau and your 2019 Ford…

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Answer 10

The Demco Hijacker Autoslide fifth wheel hitch part #DM8550024 that you referenced weighs 304 lbs.

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Answer 11

There are 2 kits that may work on your particular 2021 Ford F-250 FX4. To determine if they will fit you will first need to measure from the top of your rear axle tube to the top of the jounce bumper pad. See included picture for measurements. You…

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Answer 12

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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