Recommendation for Underbed 5th Wheel Hitch on 2015 Ford F-250 with 6-3/4 Foot Bed

Published 02/24/2017

Products Featured in This Question

Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs

(713)

$1795.00

Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Underbed - 18,000 lbs

(713)

$1995.00

Underbed Rail and Installation Kit for Demco UMS 5th Wheel and Gooseneck Trailer Hitches

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$555.24

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

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$419.95

Demco 5th Wheel/Gooseneck 90-Degree Wiring Harness with 7-Pole Plug - 10' Long

(71)

$115.71

Question:

My 2015 F250 Super Duty Crew Cab w/6.7 Power Stroke does not have the Ford prep package. What under-mount rail kit do I need for the 8550034?

asked by: Johnny M

Expert Reply:

I 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 to provide a secure connection and less rattle when towing your 5th-wheel. The hitch automatically slides to give you an additional 14 inches of clearance for tight turns with your Ford F-250 Super Duty's short bed. The underbed rail kit will allow for uninhibited use of your truck bed once your hitch is removed. I have included a demonstration video of this hitch for you to look at.

I also recommend adding a 5th-Wheel Wiring Harness like the Demco # DM8555002. This can be easily installed and will provide a 7-way connector in the bed of your truck for easy hookup with your trailer.