How Much Does the Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch for Ford Puck System Weigh?

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How much does the Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Trailer Hitch w/ Slider item # DM8550024 weigh? Will it fit the Ford puck system?

asked by: James

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The Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider item # DM8550024 weighs 304 lbs. It will fit into the Ford factory puck system. It comes with legs built into the base that will drop right down into your pucks.

I have linked an installation video below so you can see how to get this hitch installed.

expert reply by: Jerred H

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Hey Doug, thanks for reaching out! The PullRite SuperGlide 5th Wheel Hitch #PUL73RR has a pivoting head in addition to the auto-sliding feature. As long as you have everything setup correctly on level ground then this will be able to handle the…

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Answer 2

Since we don't carry the PullRite line I can't really speak to their quality but from what I can see from there website their 2900 model is fairly similar to the Demco Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider #DM89GV. Both hitches offer 14"…

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The Demco Hijacker Autoslide 5th Wheel Hitch w/ Slider - Single Jaw - Ford Super Duty Prep Package - 18K #DM8550024 has 3 hitch height options from the floor of the truck bed to the hitch plate. The low position measures 15-1/2 inches, the mid…

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Answer 4

Hey Mike, it is important that you use the included power cable with the Furrion Vision S+ Wireless RV Backup System w/ 1 Camera #FR57AD like the instructions indicate. If this is like a hardwire install I would look for a cigarette lighter to 2-wire…

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Answer 5

The best option I have to install a 12 volt power outlet in a truck bed would be to use the Hopkins 12-Volt Power Socket with Power Wire and Fuse Assembly part #HM55115 and wire this directly to the battery. This would need to be wired directly to…

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Answer 6

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 7

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 9

Since the pin weight of your camper is 2.1k, I recommend going with the LoadLifter 5000 opposed to the 7500. While technically there is not reason you couldn't use the 7500 kit, it really is not necessary for a camper like yours. Generally the…

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Answer 10

Hey Robert, congrats on your new 5th wheel trailer! It is highly recommended to use a sliding hitch like the B&W Companion item #BWRVK3370 the shorter 6-3/4' bed on your 2026 Ford F-350. The slider will ensure you have clearance when making…

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Answer 11

Hey Doug! The Firestone Ride-Rite Air Helper Springs #F35FV are the right kit for your 2026 Ford F-350 FX4 dually. However, you will need to measure to be sure it fits. The distance from the top of your rear axle to the top of the jounce bump stop…

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Answer 12

Hey Jerry, GM moved the placement of their puck systems starting with 2020 models so you are correct that the pucks would have the hitch not sit directly over the axle. GM did the math and made sure that this placement wouldn't adversely affect…

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