Automatic Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch for 2020 Ram 2500 Short Bed without OEM Rail Kit
Question:
I bought a 2020 Ram 2500 short bed that does not have the factory rail kit. Is there an auto slider hitch I can use? I don't want to get out and have to mess with a slider mechanism.
asked by: Bob
Expert Reply:
We have the Demco Hijacker part # DM8550034 which could be used in the bed of your Ram 2500 short bed after you install a rail kit like the Reese Custom Rail kit # RP50054-58. This hitch will automatically slide as you make tight turns so you won't have to get out of the truck at any point when towing.
The Reese rail kit I recommended is custom fit for your truck which means that install time and drilling will be minimized. It's also the same type of rail setup that the Demco hitch I referenced fits as well.
Products Referenced in This Question
Reese Quick-Install Custom Installation Kit w/ Base Rails for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches
- Fifth Wheel Installation Kit
- Custom
- Above the Bed
- Reese
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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
- Demco
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