Auto Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2012 Ford F-250 with Factory Rail Kit
Question:
I need to ask a follow up question. My truck is the 2012 F350 DRW with an 8 foot bed. Still want the 21k capacity. Because of a Headache rack i install and the 5th wheel camper as i turn 50 to 90 degree, may come in contact with each other. Will the DM8550038 fit in my 8 foot bed and do what it is designed to do for the smaller bed box????
asked by: Coley
Expert Reply:
I have a perfect solution for you. The Demco Hijacker Autoslide hitch part # DM8550038 is an auto-sliding fifth wheel hitch with a 21k capacity that fits directly to the factory Ford fifth wheel rail kit you have in your 2012 Ford F-350.
I attached a review video for this hitch for you to check out as well.
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Demco 5th Wheel Lifting Bracket
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Ford Super Duty Prep Package - 21K
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- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- OEM - Ford
- 5250 lbs Vertical Load
- 21000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
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- 15-1/2 - 18-1/4 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
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Coley
3/28/2018
I have looked over the information several times, video too. Looks like a very good option. I have not found the weight of the unit. if i use the Demco 5th Wheel Lifting Bracket Item # DM6100, it will hold up to 500 lb. So i'm guessing the hitch weight is under 500 lbs. Maybe? Do you have weight of the 21k slider hitch?