Is a slider hitch worth the extra money?
I have a Chevy 2500 short bed and will be towing a 27' 5th wheel. I've towed travel trailers for years but never a 5th wheel hitch. Is the slider hitch worth the extra money? The previous owner ha...
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... that the extended pin box does not.
I think you will find the pin extension does the same thing as the slider. It moves the "centerline" (front edge of the 5er) back from the cab. Now whether or not it is enough for your particular rig depends.
Easy test is to take a 2"x4"x4' and put it over the pin to see where the edge would be if you turn. Actual width is less than 8ft but you can get a good idea with that test.
