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    Andersen 3217

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    We have ordered a 2021 F350 srw ccsb. As I am very close to my cargo capacity I am wanting to use the Anderson hitch which on the website they refer to the 3217 for the newer trucks. Anyone using the 3217? Would love to get any insights as it is pretty high and the website refers to unnecessary torque or something so wondering if it really is a good option. I am thinking the higher Anderson will allow me to put the coupler forward of the king pin and giving me a little more cab clearance and maybe solving for the bed rail issue that sometimes occurs

    I can certainly use the pullrite superglide but I think that will bring me over my cargo capacity by maybe 50 to 100 pounds.

    Any insights would certainly appreciate it
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    We have new everything, including the higher AUH 3217, first tow just yesterday.
    It works great, plenty of clearance on the middle setting, might even be able to drop it one.
    Simple to install. My only complaint, and this is for GM/Chevy, is the hitch obstructs all 4 factory puck system safety chain mount points, so no I need to figure out where the chains are going to go.
    If you don’t have a gooseneck ball yet, consider buying one with the integrated eyeholes for safety chains. Not sure if Ford has same problem, only a few inches one way or the other and the factory holes would be fine.
    Otherwise it’s a great option if you want your bed free when not towing.
    Colin & Tracy
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    Quote Originally Posted by JM0397 View Post
    We have new everything, including the higher AUH 3217, first tow just yesterday.
    It works great, plenty of clearance on the middle setting, might even be able to drop it one.
    Simple to install. My only complaint, and this is for GM/Chevy, is the hitch obstructs all 4 factory puck system safety chain mount points, so no I need to figure out where the chains are going to go.
    If you don’t have a gooseneck ball yet, consider buying one with the integrated eyeholes for safety chains. Not sure if Ford has same problem, only a few inches one way or the other and the factory holes would be fine.
    Otherwise it’s a great option if you want your bed free when not towing.
    Thanks Colin

    Is you rig level using the hitch?
    Paul,Judy and Ember
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    Quote Originally Posted by Kretzer View Post
    Thanks Colin

    Is you rig level using the hitch?
    On the middle of 3 options I think it’s riding a hair high in the nose but that could just be my newbie learning curve. Going to get it on a level surface and check today.
    FWIW, I believe I could hitch/unhitch with the tailgate up (not that I will even try) so the higher AUH is doing what it’s supposed to and gives plenty of clearance.
    What’s your clearance, Clarance?
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    Quote Originally Posted by JM0397 View Post
    On the middle of 3 options I think it’s riding a hair high in the nose but that could just be my newbie learning curve. Going to get it on a level surface and check today.
    FWIW, I believe I could hitch/unhitch with the tailgate up (not that I will even try) so the higher AUH is doing what it’s supposed to and gives plenty of clearance.
    What’s your clearance, Clarance?
    Well that’s the thing because I don’t have the truck yet it’s on order. Best as I can tell height to the top of the fifth wheel is 66 inches and my bed rails about 59 inches and the truck bed height is about 38 inches so it feels like I need about a 17 or an 18 inch height hitch. Height to pin box plate is about 55” so it seems like I don’t really need the 3217 and the lower one would fit under my a tonneau cover.

    What I don’t know is whether I’ll be able to put the coupler behind or in front of the fifth wheel. Given I have a solitude I would really like the clearance with the Coupler in front of the king pin
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    Quote Originally Posted by Kretzer View Post
    Well that’s the thing because I don’t have the truck yet it’s on order. Best as I can tell height to the top of the fifth wheel is 66 inches and my bed rails about 59 inches and the truck bed height is about 38 inches so it feels like I need about a 17 or an 18 inch height hitch. Height to pin box plate is about 55” so it seems like I don’t really need the 3217 and the lower one would fit under my a tonneau cover.

    What I don’t know is whether I’ll be able to put the coupler behind or in front of the fifth wheel. Given I have a solitude I would really like the clearance with the Coupler in front of the king pin
    Maybe wait on the truck.
    Also call Anderson support tomorrow - they are helpful and knowledgeable - that’s what I did just to confirm. That’s a $1000 mistake if you get the wrong one!
    Colin & Tracy
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    My experience with AUH

    Quote Originally Posted by Kretzer View Post
    Well that’s the thing because I don’t have the truck yet it’s on order. Best as I can tell height to the top of the fifth wheel is 66 inches and my bed rails about 59 inches and the truck bed height is about 38 inches so it feels like I need about a 17 or an 18 inch height hitch. Height to pin box plate is about 55” so it seems like I don’t really need the 3217 and the lower one would fit under my a tonneau cover.

    What I don’t know is whether I’ll be able to put the coupler behind or in front of the fifth wheel. Given I have a solitude I would really like the clearance with the Coupler in front of the king pin
    Interesting. My 2018 250 King Ranch has room for the cover when the hitch is in place, and I have the regular hitch (2019 model I think). While the cost of less than half was a consideration, if it had not fit and towed well, I would not have kept it.

    It works well for us, we installed the connection collar as instructed, and you certainly could get an extra 6 inches if you turn it around. Just not sure that is good for towing? YMMV
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    F350 SRW Level with Hitch with Anderson

    Quote Originally Posted by Kretzer View Post
    Thanks Colin

    Is you rig level using the hitch?
    My 2017 F350 SRW is level with the Anderson hitch. I have 20" wheels with a 29RS. I am very pleased that this worked out!

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    Quote Originally Posted by JM0397 View Post
    We have new everything, including the higher AUH 3217, first tow just yesterday.
    It works great, plenty of clearance on the middle setting, might even be able to drop it one.
    Simple to install. My only complaint, and this is for GM/Chevy, is the hitch obstructs all 4 factory puck system safety chain mount points, so no I need to figure out where the chains are going to go.
    If you don’t have a gooseneck ball yet, consider buying one with the integrated eyeholes for safety chains. Not sure if Ford has same problem, only a few inches one way or the other and the factory holes would be fine.
    Otherwise it’s a great option if you want your bed free when not towing.
    I imagine you already learned that Anderson sells a safety chain kit, which includes an anchor point that goes on the gooseneck ball.

    I saw a post on another forum where the gentleman drilled holes (with Andersen's blessing) to allow for puck use through the hitch. His installation was on a Ford, so I don't know if the pucks' alignment on a Chevy/GMC would allow for the same installation. Here is the link: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...n-hitch-5.html
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    Quote Originally Posted by easy_e View Post
    I imagine you already learned that Anderson sells a safety chain kit, which includes an anchor point that goes on the gooseneck ball.

    I saw a post on another forum where the gentleman drilled holes (with Andersen's blessing) to allow for puck use through the hitch. His installation was on a Ford, so I don't know if the pucks' alignment on a Chevy/GMC would allow for the same installation. Here is the link: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/1...n-hitch-5.html
    I’m honored. You called me a gentleman. I was the poster (Flyct) on the Ford FTE site who posted holes in my Andersen for Ford pucks. I’ve been using it for almost 5 years now in 3 different Super Duty trucks.

    Unfortunately the puck location on GM trucks doesn’t line up where holes could be drilled in the Andersen hitch

    Andersen does have a solution with this kit https://andersenhitches.com/collecti...ins-with-plate
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