Is Slack/Play in Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch When Stopping and Accelerating Normal
Question:
There seems to be slack or play in the hitch when 5th wheel is in tow especially when starting/stopping....does this compromise the integrity of the hitch and/or the rails?
asked by: John
Expert Reply:
Slider hitches have quite a few moving parts in them which can allow a bit of movement when starting and stopping. This movement is known as chucking and is considered normal. Especially on slider hitches like the Curt A16 part # C16521 that you referenced. Unless it's something that's getting progressively worse you are totally fine.
Brian
6/21/2020
I'm looking at buying a fifth wheel hitch before i buy my 34 ft. Fifth wheel. Lots of choices. Im looking at the Curt A16 with R16 slider .My truck is a Dodge ram 2500.6.4...2017. What do u think.
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- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Cushioned Double Pivot
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Brian
7/4/2020
Thanks for info.One other question. Is it really that nessasary to have a slider hitch with a 6.5 length bed?