Fifth Wheel Hitch and Rail Kit Recommendation for 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 5-1/2 ft Bed
Updated 05/10/2016 | Published 05/09/2016
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Hi, I have a 2016 GMC with 58inch box and am purchasing a 2016 Crusader 295RST 5th wheel trailer. trailer weighs 9K with GVW of 11.6K Do I need the Demco 13K with 22 inch travel or are the hitches with 14 inch travel sufficient? What is recommended for under bed rails?
asked by: Sam V
Helpful Expert Reply:
Since your 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 has a 5 foot 8 inch bed you would have to use the Demco Slider part # DM8550040 that can slide 22-1/2 inches. 14 inches of clearance would not be adequate. This hitch also has more than enough capacity for your trailer.
For a rail kit you would want the part # DM8552027-71 which is a custom install kit that will minimize drilling and install time.
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 13,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 3250 lbs Vertical Load
- 13000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 15-1/4 - 18 Inch Tall
- 22-1/2 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Demco
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