Weight of Demco Hijacker 18K and Can Demco Lifting Pin Support It

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What is the lifting weight of this hitch? Is it okay to lift it out of the truck bed using the Demco lift bracket?pin

asked by: Al

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The overall weight of the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 18k # DM8550034 is 273 lbs. Since the Demco 5th Wheel Lifting Bracket # DM6100 has a capacity of 500 lbs it would easily be able to lift the hitch.

I attached a review video for the hitch and the lifting pin for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 2

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 3

Lance does have a proprietary plug, but many customers see a standard 6-way or 7-way round and notice it doesn't fit their factory 7-way as well. I've attached an article to help if you have one of the 7-way or 6-way round connectors which we…

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Answer 4

You are correct that this refrigerator does not have an ON/OFF switch or function. The best you can do is "Standby" that draws an unknown amount of power. One option is to pull the 12-Volt fuse at the RV power center. A much better option…

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Answer 5

The Torklift Hitch Extension part #TLE1636 that you referenced can tow a trailer that weighs 6,700 lbs like you what you have but you would need to use a weight distribution system with it to have the needed capacity as without a WD system it's…

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Answer 6

The best air bag kit for your 2022 Ford F-350 that has a single rear wheel axle is the part #F95FV which has the 5,000 lb capacity you are wanting. Firestone bags are superior Air Lift bags. The ply rating of the rubber is higher, the attachment to…

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Answer 7

If you take a look at the linked diagram you can see the minimum recommended clearance distances between truck and trailer for 5th wheel towing. It is recommended to have at least 5-inches from the top of the bed rails to the bottom of the trailer…

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The head alone for the B&W Companion hitch #BWRVK3500 weighs about 70 pounds. Everything else weighs about 130 pounds. So the total weight of the hitch is approximately 200 pounds.

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Answer 9

The Blue Ox Apollo Non-Binding Tow Bar #BX7470 is going to be the largest size we have to fit a 2-1/2" receiver. So you will at least need a 3" to 2-1/2" Adapter #C85JR. This will connect to the Base Plate #C56JR on your 2020 Ford…

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Answer 10

Most fifth wheel rails are made to the same industry standard dimensions. They aren't all though. If you measure 22 inches on center between the two rails and they look like the rails of the #RP30035 that you referenced they would be the industry…

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Answer 11

With a 2022 F350 short bed, hitting the top of the bed rails should not be an issue with most campers. Turning clearance however, will certainly be a factor. That is one advantage of the Andersen Ultimate hitch #AM3200, as it provides a 9"…

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Answer 12

Curt recommends for the Q24 that you lubricate before each individual use and every 1,000 miles thereafter. Black graphite grease is recommended for the jaw. For a grease gun the part #L30416 would work great since it has a flexible line.

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