Best Fifth Wheel Hitch and Rails for a 2006 Ford F350 with a 6 3/4 bed?

Question:

What 18-22k hitch is the best for a 2006 Ford F350 with a 6 3/4 bed? We will be hauling a 2007 Fusion 39 foot tri-axle toy hauler.

asked by: Tina

Expert Reply:

Since you have a short bed 2006 Ford F 350 you will need a slider hitch so that you can make tight turns.

The one I like the most and would recommend for you is the Reese with Slider part # RP30083. This hitch has a round tube slider which by design operates smoother than a square tube slider, has a cushioned head to provide a smooth ride, and uses a 2 piece jaw that provides 360 degrees of contact with the king pin to eliminate chucking. This hitch also has a 20k capacity.

Check out he review video I attached for this hitch as well.

For install rails I would recommend a custom install kit as it will install in about half the time as a universal kit and will minimize drilling. For that you would want the part # RP50082-58.

expert reply by: Jameson C