Fifth Wheel Hitch Recommendation for 2004 Dodge Ram 1500
Updated 03/13/2017 | Published 03/11/2017
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Im buying a travel trailer that weighs 10,000 fully loaded with water etc. I drive a 04 Dodge Ram 1500 4wd. What would you recommend I buy ?
asked by: Billy
Expert Reply:
Since your 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 is a short bed you would need a slider hitch to allow you to have enough clearance to make tight turns. I would recommend the Demco Hijacker Auto Slide hitch part # DM8550034. This hitch slides back as you make tight turns to allow you the clearance needed without having to get out of your truck every time you get to a parking lot.
I attached a review video for the hitch for you to check out as well.
Then for a rail kit you would want the Demco Kit part # DM8552015-71 which is a fit for your truck as well.
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4500 lbs Vertical Load
- 18000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Premium - Single-Hook Jaw
- 16-1/2 - 19-1/4 Inch Tall
- 14 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Demco
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