Will The Demco 5TH Wheel Rail Adapter Fit Both Short and Long Bed Versions of a 2017 Silverado 2500?
Question:
Will this system fit in a 6.5’ bed for a 2017 Chevy Duramax ?
asked by: David
Helpful Expert Reply:
For your 6-1/2' bed on your 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD Duramax you will need the Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter # DM6194. Since the Demco Adapters drop into all 5 mounting points of the factory prep/puck hitch system you will need this adapter as the gooseneck ball sits in a different position on the short bed.
You can see that the Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter # DM6206 for the 8' bed has more of an X shape where as the short bed has a more y shape frame accounting for the difference in positioning.
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Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Chevy/GMC OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package - 6-1/2' Bed - 21K
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Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Chevy/GMC OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package - 8' Bed - 21K
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