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08-06-2014, 09:33 AM #11
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We tow our 337 with a 2012 short bed dodge and have a 16k Reese slider. I will tell you it NEEDS the slider if you are turning past 77 degrees or so. So far, haven't needed it, but will be glad I do if the time comes.
As for bed height, it isn't an issue for us, and trailer tows level.Last edited by LostinCanada; 08-06-2014 at 09:34 AM. Reason: add bed height comment
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08-06-2014, 10:18 AM #12
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That's because dodge has such a short bed on their trucks. Dodge is 76.3, chevy is 78.86 and ford is 81.8 inches.
Marcy & Gary
2014 Grand Design - Reflection 303RLS
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08-06-2014, 08:25 PM #13
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I have a 16K Draw-Tite slider and second LostinCanada's comments. Depending on where you go, there might be a good chance you will need one at some time. If in doubt, I just slide the hitch and don't worry about it. If you are trying to get into a tight spot, you will have more things on your mind than worrying about hitting the cab.
Nick and Nancy
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08-06-2014, 10:11 PM #14
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I have a 16K Hijacker manual slider hitch on my 2010 Dodge RAM 3500 short bed and I would not be without it. Those are tough questions to answer. I struggled with those same questions myself when I bought first last 5er just a few years ago in 2010. Every manufacturer's truck seems to have different box length - even between model years. So what works on your current truck may not work on your next truck. Box height might change as well, but I think that the pinbox can be adjusted to accommodate that.
Also, another consideration for you. Even though the front cap of my Solitude has cut-outs to make turning easier, the front cap sticks out further in relation to the pinbox than on my old 5er so the Solitude's front cap is actually closer to my truck's cab than my last 5er. This affects me as I carry kayaks on my truck's roof (just had to mvd my kayaks further forward). I was so focussed on the picking a trailer with a front cap that has a better turning clearance (for convenience) that I never considered anything else. Always better to have equipment that gives you flexibility. Not sure how the Reflection's cap is positioned in relation to its pinbox but don't forget to check it.
The Solitude's cut-outs does enable me to turn much better, but I still use my slider hitch to get in and out of tighter spaces. Especially parking in nicer spots at the campground without worrying or accidents!
My advice is to go with a slider hitch. Either manual (cheaper) or automatic - doesn't matter. Having a slider hitch will enable you to buy any pickup without worrying about the box dimensions or the cap's clearance. It will also allow you to change trailers later on without worrying if the new one has a cap made for better turning clearance.
As most manufactures offer a 5er hitch as an option, don't get talked into a standard 5er hitch by the sales person if you want a slider hitch
Hope this helps you with your decision. Good Luck & Happy camping!Aaron & Donna
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08-06-2014, 11:18 PM #15
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Andy & Julie
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08-07-2014, 04:28 AM #16Tl1000rGuest
Check out firestone workrite , same as timbrin but cheaper .
I have a ford 1 ton with a short bed , I have a slider hitch to pull my 337 .
I have not needed to use it yet . But my logic is is better to have and not need , then to need and not have .
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08-07-2014, 02:44 PM #17
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I personally would just use an Andersen 5th wheel hitch, cheaper and lighter than anything else on the market and takes the place of a slider.
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08-07-2014, 03:28 PM #18
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08-07-2014, 06:02 PM #19
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I went with the air hitch that is a non slider that has four air bags and two shocks. They take out 90% of the chucking and banging you get from other hitches. Not just being good for my wife's bad back it is also better for the truck and trailer. Ran the numbers for the truck to the trailer and because of the length ford short beds are I didn't need the slider. So far so good.
Marcy & Gary
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08-07-2014, 06:28 PM #20
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I took a hard look at the Andersen hitch. There is about a 4" setback. I ended up with a goosebox. No hitch in the bed. Just a removable ball. I have been in some tight spots past 90 degress with no problem.
John and Lisa
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