I was always a travel trailer guy until we got our current fifth wheel 5 years ago. At that time, I had to get a fifth wheel hitch. I was very naïve about fifth wheel hitches, but I did know travel trailer hitches.
I talked with my RV dealership when purchasing the trailer and basically let him decide what I needed. He told the pros and cons of different brands, and finally I told him I didn't need anything fancy with all the bells and whistles. I just needed something strong, stout, and something I'll never have to worry about (like deflated air bags or broken struts, or something like that).
He went ahead an installed it. It turned out to be a very good match for me and my Montana Fifth Wheel at 41 feet long and some 13,000-14,000 pounds loaded. It was a Demco Recon (not a slider through). They installed the bed rails and after 5 years, it truly was a good choice, and still is.
Mine comes apart in 3 sections, each one, not more than 35 pounds. So, it's extremely easy to remove from the truck myself. It's a no frills hitch, so not much to break or go wrong with it. It's worked well over the years and I have absolutely no issues with it.
If you are looking for a good hitch, lightweight, durable, long lasting, and trouble free, the Recon can't be beat! They do have a puck system slider, but I have no clue how heavy that one is, or how much it breaks down to remove from the truck. I'm pretty sure the head on all of Recons are the same, and with a simple pull of a pin, they come right off.
My vote is for the Recon. Which ever one you get.
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2019 Montana High Country 375FL
2014 Chevy Duramax HD 6.6 - 3500 Diesel Dully Long bed Crew Cab
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