fifth wheel hitch
I have a 2014 Dodge Ram 2500 with 6.5 foot bed, we want to pull a fifth wheel trailer, I need guidance on the type of fifth wheel to purchase or should I purchase a king pin extender, my truck has the...
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MFL wrote:
IIRC, the axle center on a GM standard bed is 42"s behind the cab, which is longest of the big 3. I would not put pin center, behind axle center, unless just test towing for clearance, if you are concerned. While your FW width may be 8', the rounded nose corners will make all the difference. They are made for 6.5' bed trucks.
I am at 40.5"s pin center to cab, with my rig, and turning/backing is a non-issue.
Jerry
That's great information...thanks for sharing!
I measured the center of the T/O ball yesterday and got approximately 40", so I think you're right on.
