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Post by jfspry58 on Dec 23, 2020 10:09:59 GMT -5
I wanted to update you all on my original question. I pulled the fifth wheel yesterday for the first time with the new truck (2020 F350 Diesel SW with a 6 3/4 bed). As stated before I put my old hitch in the new truck. No slider. Pulled the trailer from the dealership 80 miles after the warranty work was done. Prior to that the dealership has a huge lot adjacent to it for trial maneuvers with all types of trailers and motor homes. Before I hit the road I replicated, in that lot, every possible scenario I could encounter with a short bed. Reversing uphill, downhill and up to approx 75%. I had more room to go. I was apprehensive at first but the test positively exceeded my expectations. Towed flawlessly down I-91 home. The rounded nose on my Durango definitely was a key to easing my mind. Like I said before, it was deal I couldn’t give up for the new truck. Good to go and thanks for the input and advice. Be safe!! Glad to hear it is working well, but should you have need for shorter turns in the future, you can opt for a rotating pin box such as the Reese Sidewinder, 5th Airborne, etc. I have one on my trailer and I can fully jack knife my 5th wheel if necessary, even with the 6' 4" bed. The price is similar to a slider but you don't have to get out to lock/unlock like you do with a slider. Jay |
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