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What type of Hitch to Install on a 2008 Ford F-150 Supercrew

Question:

I have a 2008 Ford F150 Supercrew and i have a 2006 Terry fifthwheel i want to know what kind of hitch i can install. The truck bed is 5.6 in length.

asked by: Hugo M

Expert Reply:

Due to the short length of the truck bed, I'd recommend a standard (not sliding) Fifth Wheel Hitch be used in conjunction with a Sidewinder. The Sidewinder would move the pivot point from where the kingpin attaches to the hitch, back to where the pinbox attaches to the trailer. In many cases, this will gain you enough clearance so that you can negotiate 90 degree turns without having the trailer loft strike the rear of the truck cab. The Sidewinder is specific to the part number of your pinbox, so you'll also need that information to choose the correct model. Fifth Wheel hitches are rated by the weight of the trailer. If you could please respond with that information, I'd be happy to make some recommendations for you.

expert reply by: Mike L

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