Yes, I have this hitch with the manual slider. Works very well. No problems. I use one of those $12 teflon type grease plates between the 5er and hitch. No muss, no fuss; just fun !
I pull a 2011 Outback Sydney 36 ft 5er with the tow vehicle being a 2008 Dodge Quad Cab, short bed; 2500 series turbo diesel. You really never need the slide position unless you put yourself into a crazy situation inadvertantly.... (never happened to me yet).
The new style RV front cap allows for worry free turns with the short bed truck.
If you "desire" putting the hitch into manuver position when backing into a site, it is not difficult. I am no longer "Hercules".... age 68; 5'10; 175lbs : )
I do ride Harley's at outrageous speeds and my nickname is "Taz"
So, I ain't dead yet !!