Trying to figure out which FW Hitch

[Cdash]

To clarify my point, I fully expect the ball is up to the task. I also expect that under normal towing conditions, it's likely fine.

My concern is emergency type breaking.

The hitch will want to rotate on the ball and the only support against that is the bed. That's the past I don't like.

[Tail_gunner]

I spent 3 years in a RV dealer parts department. That experience taught me what the good stuff was and what was not so good. One of the 5th wheel hitches that made the most favorable impression on me was the Pullrite. So I got a Pulltite 2100 20,000 lbs Super 5th wheel hitch (non-slider) in my 2011 GMC 4x4 standard (short) bed. I ended up dropping it to the lowest height hole and dropped the pin box to it's lowest hole also. It's pretty close to level, or at least as close as it's gonna get.

I opted for a non-slider. Most RV makers these days make their 5th wheel trailers where you can use a regular hitch in a standard/short bed truck without problems. So far I haven't had any issues with the cab hitting the nose of the trailer. But I don't try pushing it to 90 degrees either. Thats probably a holdover from years of towing ball hitch tandem axle trailers & travel trailers. One just cannot go 90 degrees with a TT, YOU WILL MESS SOMETHING UP.

When I get my 29.5FBDS out of storage, I plan on carefully testing it out of curiosity to see just how far I can go without contacting the cab and trailer.

FWIW, the pic was the day we brought it home from the dealer and before I made the hitch and pin box height adjustments.

[tdcoody]

I have a 2015 short bed 3500 chevy and I am very satisfied with my Pullrite Slider. The only negative comment I will make is the 10 degrees from center of the hitch when connecting. I have learned to be more selective in my camp site so as not to create additional hardship on myself.

Tim

[camjam]

Originally Posted by Cdash

I personally don't care for the design of the Anderson that attaches to a goose next ball. It counts on the bed as structural support and beds are thin.

If you are considering a slider, I'd suggest a Pullrite. I've had one for 10 years with no problems.
Expensive? Yes, but so is the truck and the trailer.
Heavy? Yes.
Does it work? Yes!
Does it do its job without me worrying about it? Absolutely!

Mine is in my 350 4x4 and I don't have height issues.

I have to agree. I hated to spend the bucks 10 years ago but it has held up great and hopefully lasts another 10 with my new 5th wheel. It did impress me when my gps sent me up a dead end road in the mountains and I had to about jackknife it to turn around.

[Bookemdanno]

I have the B&W 18k Companion slider mounted on rails. I've honestly only used the manual slider 1 time (and I'm not sure I needed to, but better safe than sorry!). This is my 1st 5er and what I like most is how easy it is to hook up. Just my .02 cents...Happy camping!
Companion Slider - 5th Wheel Hitch | Single Point Attachment | THE B&W ADVANTAGE

[JeremiahM]

I too like my B&W, but I have an 8ft bed so ok just have the regular companion. When I need the bed, no rails in the way with it out

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[jamer]

You may want to look at the Demco slider hitch.

[cariboocreek]

I have a pullrite 18k slider. Great hitch.

[GlampinLife]

I've had a lot of success with the Andersen

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iuuvDP_BFD0