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frankiethethump's avatar
frankiethethump
Explorer
Apr 24, 2014

pullrite 18.5k super 5th hitch

Hello, I am considering buying a used pullrite 18.5k super 5th hitch (non sliding hitch). I have been trying to research the dependability of the hitch online but am having a difficult time finding anything about that particular model. Pullrite doesn't appear to have the hitch on its website, so I am concerned they aren't manufactured anymore and I am wondering why they may have stopped. The hitch looks identical to the current 20.5k model (part#0800) I am seeing on ebay and on pullrite.com, but is clearly marked as being a 18.5k model. Any input/advice regarding the quality of the 18.5k model would be appreciated. Curious what the reputation of that hitch is. Thank you.

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  • Vulcaneer's avatar
    Vulcaneer
    Explorer
    Apr 25, 2014
    That is the answer I was going to post. It seems that Pullrite has fairly recently upgraded the capacity of many of their hitches. No real changes. It is just that they found (through testing) their hitch designs were stronger than originally thought.
  • frankiethethump's avatar
    frankiethethump
    Explorer
    Apr 25, 2014
    Turns out the 18.5k is the earlier version of the current 20.5k Super 5th. Same exact design but the new one is rated a little stronger. PullRite is very helpful with customer service, they educated me regarding signs of wear/tear and function to test for before purchasing. Parts are apparently interchangeable between the 18.5 and 20.5. I plan to purchase it if it isn't too beat up. Thank you all for your input.
  • kakampers's avatar
    kakampers
    Explorer
    Apr 25, 2014
    We've had a Pullrite 10k and a 20k radiused TT hitch. We've also had a 16k and now the 20.5k fifth wheel hitch...not a single issue with any of them in the 20 plus years of owning them...best on the market in my opinion.

    Can't say anything about the 18k in particular....but if it was made by Pullrite, you cannot go wrong!
  • DelawareCamper's avatar
    DelawareCamper
    Explorer
    Apr 25, 2014
    We have been using the 20.5 for a few years,,, if you have any questions about the 18.5 shoot PullRite an email,, we have always received fantastic customer service from them...
  • C_B_'s avatar
    C_B_
    Explorer II
    Apr 25, 2014
    16K Pull Rite since 2003

    Great product
    Great service

    C.B.
  • SooperDaddy's avatar
    SooperDaddy
    Explorer
    Apr 25, 2014
    I've heard some amazing "above and beyond" stories from other PullRite owners, and I towed with my SuperGlide almost 100,000 miles with no issues towing my Jayco 5er. Thing is still in good shape and sits in my driveway awaiting it's new 2nd owner!
  • rich_and_char's avatar
    rich_and_char
    Explorer
    Apr 25, 2014
    In general Pullrite has a very good reputation with good customer service ,
    I have used my 20.5k for the past 5 years with no problems, on two different 5vers. and looking for many more years of service.

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