Andersen Aluminum GN vs rail version

JTrac wrote:
I have the Reese adapter. It serves its purpose but I will probably be getting the Demco 6175 adapter for the Ford puck system. What I don't like about the Reese is it sits 3 3/8 inches above the bed floor. I never thought about this when I got it. I have limited adjustments with my Trailer Saver BD3 and could make up some but not all of the additional height. The Ford's sit higher than my previous GMC which adds to the issue. The Demco sits 1 7/8 inches above the floor which should be just about right for me. I know little to nothing about the Anderson's and they may have plenty of adjustment ability. Just a heads up.

Where did you come up with 3*3/8 above the bed floor, the Reese picture frame is made out of 2" X 3" tubing with the 2" being the height. Its 2" plus whatever the plastic inserts on the pucks it sits on above the floor of the bed. I know I own own. No where near 3*3/8". I would venture to say there is no more then 1/2" difference between the Reese ,and the Demco. You may want to check your tape measure , its got an issue :)

Demco is okay, it has just one advantage over the Reese , you can release the locking handles with the hitch mounted, the Resse you cannot , the hitch is in the way of the handles. I modified my Reese adapter . With the modification I can release the locking handles, and remove hitch, and Reese adapter in one unit with an overhead electric hoist in my garage. Now with the rail mount Andersen its a mute point on the locking handles, I take them out separate if a clean bed is needed.

As far as Reese or Demco adapter, I would go Reese every time with the Andersen , reason being price ,the Reese is cheaper, and they both serve the same function.