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1968 Pontiac GTO
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Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches
Part Number: DM8552000-71
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Demco 5th Wheel Hitch Rails - DM8552000-71
Highlights
- Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Mounting brackets install to your truck's frame.
- Compatible with Many Fifth Wheel Hitches: Works with Demco, B&W, Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese, and Valley hitches so you can reuse your existing setup.
- Cuts Down Installation Time: Custom brackets mount to existing frame holes with no drilling needed.
- Provides a Solid Base for Your Hitch: Above-bed rails create strong anchor points for safe towing.
- Built to Last: Black powder coated steel resists corrosion for long-term durability.
- Everything You Need for Setup: Includes 2 base rails, custom-fit brackets, and all necessary hardware.
Features to know about
Faster Installs: Custom Brackets Mount to Existing Frame Holes
The Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit uses brackets that line up with existing holes in the frame. That means no drilling is required, and you avoid obstacles along the frame that can slow things down. The result is a bolt-on setup that drastically reduces installation time while giving you secure mounting points for your fifth-wheel hitch.
Industry-Standard Rails for Flexibility with Top Hitch Brands
These above-bed rails aren’t limited to just Demco hitches. They work with B&W, Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese, and Valley fifth-wheel hitches that use the industry-standard pattern. The rails provide solid, properly spaced attachment points, so you can use a wide range of popular hitch options or swap to another one later without redoing the install.
Durable Construction for Long-Term Use
The sturdy black powder-coated steel resists corrosion and holds up to years of towing. With the two base rails, custom brackets, and all necessary hardware included, you get everything needed for a clean, durable install that’s ready to handle your fifth-wheel setup.
Specs
General Specifications
- Product: Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches
- Manufacturer: Demco
- Part Number: DM8552000-71
- Type: Custom installation kit for above-bed 5th-wheel hitches
- Mounting Style: Above the bed
Compatibility
- Compatible Hitches: Demco Premier Series 5th-wheel trailer hitches
- Also Compatible With: B&W, Curt, Draw-Tite, Hidden Hitch, Husky, Reese, and Valley above-bed 5th-wheel trailer hitches
- Vehicle Compatibility: Custom-fit brackets mount to existing holes in the vehicle’s frame
Construction and Design
- Material: Steel
- Finish: Black powder coated
- Corrosion Resistance: Yes
- Installation: No drilling required
- Mounting Brackets: Install beneath truck bed to provide attachment points for above-bed base rails
- Base Rails: Provide necessary mounting points for the 5th-wheel hitch
- Design Benefit: Custom brackets reduce installation time and avoid known obstacles along the truck’s frame
Included Components
- Included Items: 2 base rails, brackets, and hardware
Additional Information
- Country of Manufacture: USA
- Warranty: 5-Year limited warranty
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Alternate Instructions
This Product Fits The Following Vehicles
- 2011 - 2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty 6-3/4 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
- 2011 - 2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty 8 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
- 2011 - 2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty 6-3/4 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
- 2011 - 2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty 8 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
- 2011 - 2016 Ford F-450 Super Duty 8 Foot Bed without OEM Prep Pkg
Ratings & Reviews
4.6
14 reviews
by:
Jeff S
02/28/2020
Ford
F-250 Super Duty
Under the bed puck system. The worse part about the installation was getting the 8 hex bolts loose in the bed. Good grief!
After that, everything went well as all the parts fit my F250 perfectly. All the different nuts, bolts, and brackets. More voodoo magic. The holes i had to cut in the bed were marked with dimples courtesy of Ford. I’m not a mechanic with every tool imaginable and didn’t stay at a Holiday Inn, so it took longer than others I’m guessing but it’s all tight, and works great. I like the idea of taking the 5th wheel out to have a flat floor in the bed.
After that, everything went well as all the parts fit my F250 perfectly. All the different nuts, bolts, and brackets. More voodoo magic. The holes i had to cut in the bed were marked with dimples courtesy of Ford. I’m not a mechanic with every tool imaginable and didn’t stay at a Holiday Inn, so it took longer than others I’m guessing but it’s all tight, and works great. I like the idea of taking the 5th wheel out to have a flat floor in the bed.
by:
Charley S.
10/21/2016
2013
Ford
F-250 and F-350 Super Duty
Fast shipment, quality products, excellent communication and customer service, competitive pricing. E Trailer is a great company to deal with. George rocks@
by:
Paul M
01/20/2020
Stacey was very helpful in placing my order and getting me the proper bed rails.
by:
Bobby
09/11/2017
Good product,Demco has very good customer service if you have a problem.
by:
Mike W
02/13/2020
Easy instal
by:
Terrence
10/09/2023
Easy-to-use.
by:
Steven
05/24/2026
by:
William
12/01/2017
Fast and easy insrall. Heavy dury construction
by:
Logan
08/30/2021
2011
Ford
F-250 and F-350 Super Duty
Worked great!
by:
Michael
03/01/2021
by:
James
05/29/2025
2015
Ford
F-250 Super Duty
by:
Deven
09/10/2022
2011
Ford
F-350 Super Duty
by:
Morgan
09/24/2021
by:
Charles
04/26/2024
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view full answer... - Installation Instructions for Fifth Wheel Install Kit on 2013 Ford F-250The exact instructions that you need will depend on which rail kit you have. Here's a list of the kits we have that will fit your 2013 Ford F-250 and we have the installation instructions for you: Reese # RP56016-53 # RP30126 # RP50026-58 # RP30035 B&W # BWRVK2401 Curt # C16424-204 Demco # DM8553000-12 # DM8552000-71 The install details are attached for each kit. As well as a video on several of them.
view full answer... - Recommended 5th Wheel Sliding Hitch For 2015 Ford F-250 4x4 and Gooseneck TrailerThe Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs # DM8550034 is an excellent hitch for your 2015 Ford F-250 Super Duty 4x4. I personally think this is the best hitch available for short bed trucks because it has the autoslide ability to give you the clearance you need for safe turning. This hitch connects to industry standard 5th wheel rails, so I recommend the Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation...
view full answer... - What is Fifth Wheel Towing Capacity of 2013 Ford F-350 with Diesel EngineI did some checking and it looks like the towing capacity of your 2013 Ford F-350 short bed with a diesel engine, 4x4 and crew cab is 12,500 lbs. Since you have a short bed truck you'll need a slider hitch to allow you to make tight turns without cab interference. For that I recommend the Demco Hijacker part # DM8550034 because it will automatically slide back as you make tight turns. To install this in the bed of your truck I recommend a custom install kit part # DM8552000-71 because...
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view full answer... - Fifth Wheel Hitch and Rail Kit Recommendation for 2016 Ford F-250 Short BedSince your 2016 Ford F-250 has a short bed you are going to need a slider hitch to allow you to make tight turns. My favorite slider hitch to recommend is the Demco Slider part # DM8550034 which has an 18k capacity and the ability to automatically slide back as you make tight turns. It's a bit of a hassle to have to get out and activate the slider every time you need to make a tight turn, so the auto slide feature is really convenient. For a rail kit a custom install kit like part # DM8552000-71...
view full answer... - Recommendation for Underbed 5th Wheel Hitch on 2015 Ford F-250 with 6-3/4 Foot BedI do have a couple options for you, however the 18 K Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch # DM8550034 referenced in your question is not compatible with below-bed rail kits. For this 5th-Wheel Hitch, you will use the above bed rail kit # DM8552000-71. If you would like to use a below-bed rail kit, I recommend the Demco Hijacker Autoslide - Underbed # DM8550022 along with the rail kit # DM8551000. This hitch is also rated at 18,000 pounds and has a premium single-piece jaw...
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