5th Wheel Trailer Hitch and Install Kit for a 2008 Ford F-350 Short Bed and 2010 Keystone Cougar
Published 09/14/2018
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Recommended fifth wheel hitch for 2008 f350 super duty 6ft bed pulling a 2010 keystone cougar with dry weight of about 10k
asked by: Cara W
Expert Reply:
Since your 2008 Ford F-350 is a short bed I recommend going with a slider hitch so you will have more clearance between trailer and truck cab when making tight turns.
The slider hitches that offer the most travel are the Demco HiJacker auto-sliders, # DM8550022 for below the bed rail kit # DM8551000, or # DM8550034 for above the bed rail kit # DM8552002-71. These hitches also have the benefit of sliding automatically. This means you won't have to get in an out of the truck repeatedly to operate a sliding mechanism.
For something a bit more cost effective I recommend a Curt 16K hitch # C16521 with install kit # C16448-204. This hitch offers 12 inches of travel but does not slide automatically. It does feature a cushioned head though for improved ride quality.
And for the 5th wheel tower on a budget take a look at the Reese 16K slider # RP30051 with universal installation kit # RP30035. This set up offers 10 inches of travel and the head is not cushioned. It is a manually operated slider. The installation kit does require drilling into the truck frame as well.
I also recommend adding an in-bed 7-Way trailer connector, # 50-97-410, to make hooking up easier without the need of an extension.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Reese 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Square Tube Slider - Dual Jaw - 16,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding Fifth Wheel
- Above Bed Rails
- 4000 lbs Vertical Load
- 16000 lbs GTW
- Double Pivot
- Standard - Double Jaw
- 15 - 18 Inch Tall
- 10 Inch Fore/Aft Travel
- Reese
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Q&A: Does Curt E16 5th Wheel Hitch Fit Same Base Rails as Reese 5th Wheel Hitch
- Q&A: Comparing the B&W Patriot 16K, Curt A16, and Reese 16K 5th Wheel Hitches
- Q&A: Does Truck with 6-1/2 ft bed Have to Use Slider Hitch for Turning Clearance with Fifth Wheel Hitch
- Q&A: Do I Have to Have a Sliding 5th Wheel Hitch in a Short Bed Truck
- Q&A: Is Pullrite ISR Series 5th Wheel Hitch Locking Plate Same as for Pullrite OEX
- Q&A: Recommended Rear Anti Sway Bar for a 2005 Dodge Ram 2500 Diesel
- Q&A: Can Reese Goose Box Replace Curt Helux on Alliance Paradigm 340RL
- Article: The Best 5th Wheel Hitches
- Article: Sidewinder with Rotating Turret for Short Bed Pickups
- Article: Which Hitches are Made in the USA
- Article: Ram Trailer Tow Prep Package
- Article: How to Choose a Trailer Hitch Coupler
- Article: Gooseneck to 5th Wheel Adapters
- Article: Our Team Picked The Best Camping Gear of the Year - Here Are Their Top Choices