Automatic Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2018 Ram 3500 with Factory Rail Kit
Question:
I have a 2018 Ram 3500 that has the factory rail kit and a short bed, which slider hitch should I get? I'd like one that slides automatically if possible.
asked by: harry
Expert Reply:
We have just what you are looking for! The Demco Hijacker Autoslide part # DM8550034 will slide automatically as you make tight turns giving you the clearance you are looking for. It has an 18k capacity and is made in the USA as well. To install this in the factory rail kit of your 2018 Ram 3500 only requires the adapter part # DM6099.
In the review video I attached you can see the hitch slide back automatically as a turn is made. I attached a review video for the rail kit adapter for you to check out as well.
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Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Ram OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package - 25,000 lbs
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- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs
- Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 16-1/2 - 19-1/4 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
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