Which Locking Handles Come on the Demco 5th Wheel Adapter for Ram OEM Prep Package

Updated 03/03/2021 | Published 02/28/2021

Question:

Im looking for a base for a 5th wheel hitch for my 2021 Ram 3500. It has the OEM prep. Im interested in this one, but have a question. Demco 5th Wheel Rail Adapter for Ram OEM 5th Wheel Towing Prep Package - 25,000 lbs Item # DM6099. The picture shows kind of flat levers on the corners that fit in the pucks, but some of the customer images show more of a handle. The handle looks easier to grasp and turn. Do you know which one it has? Thank you

asked by: Todd M

Helpful Expert Reply:

The photos that you're seeing in the customer's photo section on the Demco # DM6099 are old photos and the
# DM6099 was recently re-designed to now use the flat handles, which is reflected in the new product photos that we've posted. I was able to reach out to my contact over at Demco, who has confirmed this and mentioned that in his experience the wide, flat handles made locking into the pucks a bit easier. I haven't personally tried this out yet, but I do believe that these wider handles will give you a better grip than the rod style handles that were previously on this unit.

I've linked our demo video of this adapter for you to check out as well, which shows the new handles and their operation.

expert reply by: Erik B