Comparing the Demco 5th Wheel Adapter to the Curt 5th Wheel Hitch Adapter for Chevy/GMC Tow Package

Published 12/21/2017

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Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Chevy/GMC OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package - 6-1/2' Bed - 21K

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$679.00

Adapter Rails for Curt 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Chevy/GMC Towing Prep Package

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$285.04

Tow Ready Base Rail Lock for 5th Wheel Trailer Hitches - 1/2" Diameter Pin

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Question:

Do you have any further information/ pictures on how the locking system works on this adaptor? Since there is only one locking point compared to 4 on the Curt adaptor, Id like to understand how it works exactly. thanks Product Question: Demco 6194 adaptor

asked by: Rick S

Expert Reply:

The Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Chevy/GMC OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package - 6-1/2' Bed - 21K # DM6194 will have 4 corners that drop into your pucks and the center post will fit into your gooseneck hitch location. The center post has a lever to lock the adapter into place and then a thumb screw tightens that down to secure it. The 5th wheel hitch will fit right over this adapter to make it more secure. I've attached a video to help.

That 5th point of connection is the biggest difference between the Demco Adapter and the Curt Adapter that uses the 4 lock handles with clips # C16023 but does not utilize the center puck. The Demco is rated slightly higher at 21,000 lbs.

You can also use a base rail locking pin like # TR63254 to secure your hitch to the rails.

expert reply by: Jason S