Fifth Wheel AutoSlide Hitch Recommendation for 2017 Chevy Silverado 2500 Short Bed
Question:
I have a 2017 Silverado 2500HD with a 6.5 box. My fifth wheel on order is a Grand Design 303rl, dry weight 9,200lb with a 12,000lb gross. What is your recommendation for a reliable auto slide hitch? Cost? I like the videos I see of the Pullriite Super Slide 2700. But am not sure it is the best, most reliable, and cost effective. I also see that you dont sell it so am curious why? Any assistance would be helpful. Thank you!!
asked by: William
Expert Reply:
We carry the Demco Hijacker Autoslide fifth wheel hitches which in many ways are superior to the Pull-Rite hitches. The Demco hitch has an adjustable height unlike the Pullrite, the Demco uses adjustable brackets to secure to the side of the pin box instead of requiring a special capture plate, and the Demco costs less.
For an 18k AutoSlide you'd want the part # DM8550034 which will work great and then for a rail kit you'll want a custom install kit as it will minimize drilling and install time. For that you'll want the part # DM8552011-71 which is a confirmed fit for your 2017 Chevy Silverado 2500 short bed.
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Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs
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- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
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- 16-1/2 - 19-1/4 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
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