Best Sliding Fifth Wheel Hitch

[35mastr]

I have a 2004 low mile under 50k on the speedo GMC 2500 HD Crew Cab 4x4 Short Bed.
I am looking at a Montana Mountaneer 358RLT
11410 shipping weight.

I am looking for the best sliding hitch on the market right now and would like opinions on the ones you guys are using. I searched this subject but the threads are older and not very up to date.

[Ruffus]

Hey 35 mastr, who ever that is. I bought a used Superglide Auto sliding hitch to pull my 38 foot Copper Canyon. The hitch I got is an 18K and I have not had any problems with it yet. As you make a turn past 28 degrees the hitch cam system moves the hitch back approx. 18 inches. When straightening out as you reach the 27 degree mark it moves back forward and locks in that position. They are expensive if bought new, between $2,400 and $2,800. I found mine on craigslist with truck frame rails for $700. I've pulled this monster from Florida to California and back to Georgia and points in between and have never had a problem. It takes all the guess work out of it and you don't have to stop to release the slide then stop to put it back.
That's just my opinion. I have seen them used at some of the smaller RV stores. The drove 100 miles one way to get mine but was worth it.:thumbsup:

[35mastr]

The name came from a car that I had for a few years. 1935 Master Deluxe.

[Str8shooter]

I installed the PullRite SuperGlide 16K (Model #4100) and SuperRails two years ago and completely satisfied. No getting out of the truck to pull a lever in order to make tight turns. I'm that guy who would forget to pull the lever and end up mashing the back corner of the truck.

The SuperRails allow removal of everything from the truck bed leaving only four holes where the posts go that support the rails. An important part to the PullRite hitch system is a capture plate installed around the hitch pin. The capture plate acts as a key making the hitch turn and slide as sharp turns are made.

Here's a link to the company's web site: http://www.pullrite.com/index.htm

Hope this helps.

[66ken]

I also have a Pullrite Super Glide and think it is the best option. The best place to purchase is at Tweetys.

[jbsmith]

I'm also a strong advocate of the Pull-Rite hitch. We bought the 18K ISR model which allows us to easily unpin the entire hitch assembly and drop it into another truck or vice versa. The hitch works flawlessly.

I leave/store the hitch in the truck. The only "problem" I've encountered is that (without the trailer attached) it has a tendency to slide back and forth on the rails. I use a ratchet strap to keep it pulled all the way against the back stop to prevent the constant lam banging when starting and stopping.

[Johnnyfry]

I am using a different solution. I have a Reese Sidewinder system which allows turns in excess of 90 degrees with my short bed Dodge Mega cab.

It operates by shifting the pivot point. The mechanics are simpler than the Pull Rite and the total installed cost is somewhat less.

It has been pretty problem free over 13K miles, although the turret bolts need to be retorqued occasionally.

John

[billstuart]

I also use the Pull Right - 18K# - with their Super Rails mounting system and recommend it. jbsmith is right about it sliding & banging when the hitch is in the truck & you're not towing - scarred the crap out of me the first time it happened. After a time or two, I realized what the racket was.

[dave-g]

your Montana Mountaineer 358RLT has the same front cap as my cougar 325srx. I have a reese with a sliding rail kit on a 2010 ford f250 short bed. I can get the truck almost 90 degrees with out sliding the hitch. So for backing up in the drive way and such I do not slide it. When I hit a camp ground of uneven surface I do to be safe.

I liked the auto slides but, some modify the rv, so they only fit one mount (yours) so it may be more difficult to get the rv towed in a break down.

Just something to keep in mind. Good luck.

[35mastr]

I found a Model 4100 that has about 3000 miles on it for a real good deal about 3 hours down south. I just hope he still has it when I go down there at the end of the month. Its a 16 K unit. I am wondering if its going to be enough. Pullrite is pretty proud of there products. Even the mounting kits are pretty spendy.

[jbsmith]

some modify the rv, so they only fit one mount (yours) so it may be more difficult to get the rv towed in a break down.

The Pull Rite requires a lock plate to couple with the sliding hitch. The plate is easily removed with simple hand tools for towing with a standard top plate. You won't be able to tow another trailer though unless you buy the adapter plate or install your lock plate on the other trailer.

[35mastr]

Well you guys convinced me. While browsing my local CL last evening I found this one and struck a deal with the guy today. It even has the Super-rails to boot for 450.00. Its in like new condition . Gonna tear it apart and clean it up as its been on a stand in a barn collecting dust.

Now just need to find the mounting system for my truck. Anyone got any good leads to an Internet site that will have what I need for a 2004 GMC 2500 HD. Its Diesel with and Allison if that makes a difference.

[CampJKL]

Nice find... Love my 18k. Like the posts before... Can't go wrong with the superglide. And the folks at pull-rite are great to deal with if you have questions about your hitch or installations... You might call them.

As far as the sliding around goes I got a factory cover for it when I'm not on a trip. But if I'm on the road and park the trailer, I just wrap a bungee cord around the handle. Done.

[jimd]

I'm also a strong advocate of the Pull-Rite hitch. We bought the 18K ISR model which allows us to easily unpin the entire hitch assembly and drop it into another truck or vice versa. The hitch works flawlessly.

I leave/store the hitch in the truck. The only "problem" I've encountered is that (without the trailer attached) it has a tendency to slide back and forth on the rails. I use a ratchet strap to keep it pulled all the way against the back stop to prevent the constant lam banging when starting and stopping.

there is a stop on the front part of the hitch. put your hitch in the straight position and tighten the stop a bit. this will cure the sliding when not connected.

[antiqfreq]

We bought our fifth wheel new about 6 1/2 years ago and we got the 14K Pullrite SuperGlide from Tweety's and it was the best price them.

We are still towing our fiver, same set up, no problems at all.

We bought what we thought would be best for us and after traveling allover this country with this set up we are glad we have the auto-slider and it is true - you can just about do a 90 degree with this set up and believe me - we have!

Jo

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