Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches

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• Will Older Demco Premier Series 5th Wheel Hitch Fit New Demco Install Rails on a 2017 Ford F-350
  Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches Item # DM8552031-71 comes with industry standard above the bed rails. These rails have 3 sets of mounting slots for 5th wheel hitches. The outer most set is space 29 inches apart on center. The middle set is space 20-1/2 inches apart on center. And the inner set is spaced 10 inches apart on center. Front to back the slots are spaced 22 inches apart on center. I am certain that your older...
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• Fifth Wheel Hitch Base Rails for 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty
  By Demarco I think you meant Demco, and we do have rails for a fifth wheel hitch that will fit your 2017 Ford F-250. So long as your hitch fits industry standard above-bed base rails you can use the Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit # DM8552031-71.
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• Will Demco Rails From A 2020 Ford F-250 Fit A 2022 Ford F-250
  When it comes to installing The Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches # DM8552031-71 the kit is confirmed for both your 2020 and 2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty.
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• Demco 5th Wheel Frame Brackets for 2018 Ford F-250 That Don't Require Frame Drilling
  I do have an option for you, however the Demco Hijacker Premier Series Custom Mounting Brackets # DM8552000 referenced in your question are designed for the 2011-2015 Ford F-250/350 trucks. These brackets are not compatible with the frame rails on your 2018 model F-250. For Demco brackets that are confirmed to fit your 2018 Ford F-250 and won't require any frame drilling you will need the Custom Mounting Brackets # DM8552031. For the complete kit that also includes the industry-standard...
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• What Rails do I Need to Use my Curt Fifth Wheel in my 2019 Ford F-350 Without Prep Package
  The correct rail set for your 2019 Ford F-350 with the long bed non prep is the Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches # DM8552031-71.
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• Custom 5th Wheel Base Rail Installation Kit for a 2020 Ford F-250
  The custom 5th Wheel Installation Kit for a 2020 Ford F-250 is the Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches # DM8552031-71.
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• Will Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Fit in Long Bed Super Duty
  The Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider, # DM8550034 is most often used on trucks with 6-1/2' beds as the slider helps to eliminate clearance problems during slow-speed turns. However, it can be installed in some long bed trucks. This model Hijacker Autoslide hitch is designed to attach to universal above-bed base rails such as the Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches, # DM8552031-71. But will fit most...
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• Can 2017 Ford F-250 Tow Fifth Wheel Trailer that Weighs 11,388 lb
  I looked up your 2017 Ford F-250's towing capacity and it looks to be between 12,300 and 13,300 lbs so towing a trailer that weighs 11,388 lbs is definitely possible but it really depends on how much weight you'd put in the trailer. Since you have a short bed you'd need a slider hitch to allow you to make tight turns. For that I really like the Demco Hijacker part # DM8550034 which automatically slides back as you make turns to give you the needed clearance. For the rails to install in...
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• Best Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation For 2017 Ford F-350 Short Bed
  For your short bed 2017 Ford F-350 we have a great fifth wheel hitch option that will provide you with a great towing experience and clear the tonneau cover box as well. Since you have a short bed you have to use a slider hitch to allow you the needed turning clearance. Since getting out and activating the slider everytime you enter and leave a parking is a hassle (especially in bad weather) an automatic slider like the Demco Hijacker part # DM8550034 is your best option. This slides back...
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• How Much Does the Demco Hijacker 18K Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch Weigh
  The Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # DM8550034 weighs roughly 276 lbs. This is pretty much the only drawback of the Hijacker but it's worth it due to the huge added convenience factor. It can be used on a 2019 Ford F-350 Short Bed with the Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit part # DM8552031-71 which weigh roughly 66 lbs.
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• How To Mount Demco Above Bed Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch On 2020 Ford F-250
  It sounds like you have a Demco above bed mounted fifth wheel hitch and in which case you can mount this in a 2020 Ford F-250 using the Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit part # DM8552031-71 or the Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter part # DM6175 if you have the factory puck system.
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• Automatic Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch that Fits 2019 Ford F-250 Short Bed
  You'd want the Demco Hijacker Autoslide fifth wheel hitch part # DM8550034 which has an 18k capacity and the custom rail kit that fits your truck part # DM8552031-71 and you'd be set with an automatic sliding hitch that fits your 2019 Ford F-250 short bed.
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• Fifth Wheel Rail Kit Recommendation for 2018 Ford F-250 Short Bed
  For a fifth wheel rail kit for your 2018 Ford F-250 short bed truck the Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit # DM8552031-71 would be what you'd want. It provides you with industry standard rails that nearly all hitches are designed to work with and is a custom install kit which means it will install without frame drilling and in much less time.
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• Recommended Fifth Wheel Hitch Rails For A 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty
  You're talking about the rails for your 5th wheel hitch. I recommend the Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit # DM8552031-71. They are a custom fit for your 2017 Ford F-250 Super Duty so you won't have to drill into your frame to install it.
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• How To Convert the Demco Hijacker Autoslide From OEM Pucks to Above Bed Rails
  Yes, you can obtain the Replacement Side Plates for Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches part # DM6003 as this would then allow you to mount the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch part # DM8550038 on any truck with industry standard above bed base rails. If you are looking at a newer (2017+) Ford F-350/F-450 then you can use the Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit part # DM8552031-71 to install the above.
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• Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider & 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty
  I understand your concerns about clearance, that is always something to be concerned with when towing a 5th wheel and especially with a short bed truck; but that is why the slide type 5th wheel was designed. The Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch, # DM8550035 has a customer rating of 4.7, this is a great hitch. This has a full 14" of fore/aft travel which is one of the longer front to back travels. For your 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty with 6-3/4 Foot Bed without OEM Prep...
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• Auto Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch for 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty Towing Keystone Raptor
  There is absolutely an automatically sliding fifth wheel hitch that will work on your 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty and allow you to tow your Keystone Raptor toy hauler. Your concern about getting a sliding hitch with the right weight capacity is understandable, but the Demco Hijacker with it's 21,000 lb capacity is going to be perfect for you. The correct set up will depend on if your 2019 F-350 has the Ford Fifth Wheel Prep Package (the puck system) or not: - 2019 Ford F-350 Super Duty...
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• Is a Slider 5th Wheel Hitch Needed for a 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty with 6-3/4' Bed
  Generally speaking yes, you will need a sliding fifth wheel hitch in order to make full turns while towing a fifth wheel trailer with a 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty with 6-3/4' bed. For this, I recommend the Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch part # DM8550035 with Demco Hijacker Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit for 5th Wheel Hitches part # DM8552031-71. This option has an auto-slide feature so there will be no getting in and out of the truck when...
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• Best Auto-Slide 5th Wheel Hitch Needed for 2019 Ford F-250 With Short Bed
  An autoslide 5th wheel hitch is going to make your life much, much simpler if you are towing a 5th wheel trailer with a short bed truck like your 2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty. The best autoslide hitch is the Demco Hijacker because of its highly secure jaw system which ensures a complete, secure connection to your trailer's king pin as well as its cushioned head which will give you a smoother and quieter ride while towing. The Hijacker is available in two different towing capacities, 18,000...
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• Automatic Slider Fifth Wheel Hitch Rail Kit Recommendation for 2017 Ford F-250 with 6-3/4 ft Bed
  Typically any truck bed that is shorter than 8 feet in length is going to require the use a slider. We do offer the Demco Hijacker fifth wheel hitches that slide automatically as you make a sharp turn to give you the needed clearance. For your 2017 Ford F-250 you would want the Hijacker part # DM8550034 which fits the rail kit part # DM8552031-71 that is confirmed as a fit for your truck. If you happen to already have a set of fifth wheel rails in your truck the hitch I mentioned would...
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• Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2019 Ford F-250 with Demco Rail Kit Installed
  The Demco 5th Wheel Installation Kit # DM8552031-71. you referenced provides a set of industry standard fifth wheel rails so you have many hitch options that will fit. Since your 2019 Ford F-250 is a short bed you would need a slider hitch to allow you to have the needed turning clearance. So for that I highly recommend the Demco Hijacker AutoSlide hitch part # DM8550034 as it slides automatically as you make tight turns to provide you with the turning clearance you need. Most slider hitches...
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• Recommendation for a 5th Wheel Hitch to Fit a 2017 Ford F-250 With 6-3/4 Foot Bed
  We are going to have the correct 5th wheel that will work for you. Now, it's recommended that on short bed vehicles that a slider 5th wheel hitch should be used to ensure you will have enough clearance between your trailer and the cab of your 2017 Ford F-250 when making sharp turns. I recommend that Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel, like # DM8550035 for the hitch and # DM8552031-71 for the bed rails and custom installation kit. The Demco Autoslide is rated at a 21K lbs capacity and will...
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• Correct Fitting Above Bed Rails For A 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty 6-3/4 Bed
  The correct fitting rails for your 2020 Ford F-250 Super Duty are the Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit # DM8552031-71.
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• Custom Fit Bracket and 5th Wheel Rails for 2018 Ford F-250
  For your 2018 Ford F-250 the Demco Premier Series Above-Bed Base Rails and Custom Installation Kit # DM8552031-71 is a fit.
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