21k Auto Slide Fifth Wheel Hitch and Rail Kit Recommendation for a 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 Short Bed

Updated 03/02/2016 | Published 02/29/2016

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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 21,000 lbs

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$2173.00

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

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Question:

i have a 09 dodge dually 3500 i wanna star in the car hauler business but i cant make a 50 degree turn without hit the cab...... i think the best for me is buy a 5th wheel autoslide ....... is gonna work???? any help???

asked by: Francisco

Expert Reply:

If your plan is to get into the car hauling business I would recommend you go with a long bed truck that won't require an auto slider hitch. Slider hitches are heavier than fixed hitches and have more moving parts so if you don't have to use one you would be better.

That being said, the Demco 21k Hijacker part # DM8550035 would be a great option if you do use your 2009 Dodge Ram 3500 with a short bed truck. Since it will automatically slide back around turns you wouldn't ever have to worry cab interference or remembering to activate the slider.

For a custom rail kit designed to fit your truck that would minimize drilling and install time you would want the part # DM8552016-71 to install the hitch into the bed of your truck.

expert reply by: Jameson C