Best Automatic Sliding Hitch Recommendation for 2012 Ram 3500 Short Bed with Above Bed Rails
Updated 03/12/2020 | Published 03/10/2020
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i currently have a above rail set up and getting ready to upgrade to a toyhauler. my current trailer does not require me to have a slider. what is best option for my new trailer using current rails that i have installed as far as a slider hitch. i would rather have a auto
asked by: Scott M
Expert Reply:
Demco has the best automatic sliding hitches around with their Hijacker Autoslides like the # DM8550034 which has an 18k capacity and is designed to fit the standard type of rails you have in the bed of your truck. For a 21k version we have the part # DM8550035 as well. These automatic sliding hitches are the easiest to use, quietest, and have more adjustability than the competition so they are definitely the way to go.
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Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Above Bed - 18,000 lbs
- 5th Wheel Hitch
- Sliding 5th 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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Scott
3/11/2020
If I have a rotoflex pin box do I need any adapters. Also is there any other things that I may need to complete install