Buying Used sliding hitch

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I am considering buying a used Demco or Pullrite Superglide auto slider.
I have never had one before, so I am looking for tips on what to lookout for when going to look at one.
Thanks
 
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I considered both the Pullrite and Demco hitches for my F250. Ended up with a Demco auto slider. Reason being I had already purchased a puck conversion to ISR kit for a prior Reese hitch and needed a ISR auto slider that fit under my Retrax cover on my conversion rail. The Demco was at the right height to fit under so I could shut and secure my bed. I also got it new for under $1500 shipped. At the time could not find a ISR Pullrite SuperSlide 18k for the same or better price and height shipped.

I am happy with the Demco 18k Auto Slider for fit, price and maintenance.
 
I am considering buying a used Demco or Pullrite Superglide auto slider.
I have never had one before, so I am looking for tips on what to lookout for when going to look at one.
Thanks

If looking at a Pullrite make sure the square tubes aren’t scored and the slider blocks are in good condition.
 
I purchased the Demco "used" on marketplace for a good price. I did have to change the mounting (First to rails) then for current truck to GM under-bed. I also had to change the Guides for taller versions demco.PNG.

Because of buying used I ended up with adapters for both standard rails, and Ford puck. I don't need them and have them listed on marketplace.

Consider:
1) in the manual they call them CAPTURE PLATE ASSEMBLY (in picture). That is what I had to get taller versions of.
2) I installed a chain-fall to pull out of bed. Purchased the Demco 5th Wheel Lifting Bracket
 
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2) I installed a chain-fall to pull out of bed. Purchased the Demco 5th Wheel Lifting Bracket

Good idea for this hitch if ever needing to remove it from the truck! Its a bit on the heavy side due to being a quality built hitch.. definitely will make it easy to remove.

Note: For those buying the Demco (used or new for that matter) be sure to remove the inspection plates & hitch head pivot points and fully grease before use and then check periodically. Have found that ours works very smooth and is easy to hookup (even if a little off camber) with proper lubrication.
 
I am considering buying a used Demco or Pullrite Superglide auto slider.
I have never had one before, so I am looking for tips on what to lookout for when going to look at one.
Thanks

I've had both. Preferred the DEMCO but don't remember why. Anyhow, probably just make sure the used hitch isn't full of rust and that it looks like it was taken care of. I'd say try it but it is pretty hard to move/swivel by hand.

Good idea for this hitch if ever needing to remove it from the truck! It's a bit on the heavy side due to being a quality built hitch.. definitely will make it easy to remove.

Note: For those buying the Demco (used or new for that matter) be sure to remove the inspection plates & hitch head pivot points and fully grease before use and then check periodically. Have found that ours works very smooth and is easy to hookup (even if a little off camber) with proper lubrication.

and..... ya learn something everyday... Didn't know about the adapter to lift the hitch. I just used a 4 point lift harness at each corner and raised it (hoist in garage).

oh - both are heavy; not really a one person lift and move kind of thing; but a auto slider is great.
 
Thanks all for your input. I looked at both web sites to find out more about each slider. I have started looking to see what is out there for sale.
 
If you want to be safe, I suggest going new. Auto sliders require special maintenance and not everyone is willing to do it.
When we had a fifth wheel, the dealer installed a Pullrite Superglide for a grand, out the door.
Still have the rails in the truck.
Rich
 
I am considering buying a used Demco or Pullrite Superglide auto slider.
I have never had one before, so I am looking for tips on what to lookout for when going to look at one.
Thanks

Rather than a slider you may even want to look at the Curt Crosswing. With the gooseball mount it gives you 9" of rearward offset. I have been using mine with my Solitude which is 5" wider than your Reflection and have made some pretty tight back ups without any issues. Saves the weight of the slider and gives pretty much all the advantages of the slider. Many sliders only give 9" but some give 12".

Rob
 
Rather than a slider you may even want to look at the Curt Crosswing. With the gooseball mount it gives you 9" of rearward offset. I have been using mine with my Solitude which is 5" wider than your Reflection and have made some pretty tight back ups without any issues. Saves the weight of the slider and gives pretty much all the advantages of the slider. Many sliders only give 9" but some give 12".

Rob

Pullrite superglide has 14”.
Rich
 
Ended up purchasing the B&W manual slider, as I already had the fixed B&W hitch, therefore was able to use the saddle.. Saved a few $ and it is slightly lighter, so easier to remove if needed
 

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