Can a Ford F-150 with a 5-1/2 foot Bed Tow Fifth Wheel Trailer and Have Turning Clearance

Updated 06/27/2017 | Published 06/26/2017

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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 13,000 lbs

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Question:

Im trying to mount universal bracket kit in my f150 5.6 bed and making sure it will work and fifth wheel want hit truck when turnong

asked by: Bobby

Expert Reply:

For a 5-1/2 foot bed there really is only two options for towing a fifth wheel trailer to allow you the turning clearance you need. But you have to install the rail kit where it's intended to be, right above the center of the rear axle for proper weight distribution.

The best way to tow a trailer for you would be with a Sidewinder pin box as they give you 22 inches of additional turning clearance.

You will need to remove the pin box of the trailer and replace it with a Sidewinder pin box. Sidewinders are pin box specific so you will first need to know what pin box you have now in order to pick out the correct one.

There should be a sticker or a stamping on the OEM pin box of the trailer that will list the pin box number that is on the trailer.

Once you figure out which pin box you have you can check the FAQ I attached that has a chart that shows the correct Sidewinder to get based on which pin box you have.

Or you can use a Demco 13k slider that has 22 inches of slide clearance part # DM8550040. This will fit the rail kit you are installing as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C