I am interested to find out how many of you with a 6ft box and a 5th wheel have actually ever had to set your manual slider back to attain more room? Is it once in a blue moon, or is it in almost every campsite?I have a Ram 2014 3500 SB - 30.2 ft Cougar, and I have been informed that I need a slider hitch. I know the autoslide is convenient, but my brother has a manual slide and he almost never uses the slide for 6.5 ft box and a 27ft 5th, he has a Ram also. Is the auto slide actually going to get used, or is this something I can probably do without?Wouldn't you know it, that I need to decide soon....as I cannot get my 5th home without a hitch in the truck........you input is appreciated!Thank you

GET THE SUPERGLIDE! It's worth it to not have to worry. I towed on mine for 7 seasons without issue. Can't recommend enough.

I have the Superglide and it certainly is nice. It takes more maintenance then any other hitch I've owned, but it's probably worth it

n7bsn wrote:I have the Superglide and it certainly is nice. It takes more maintenance then any other hitch I've owned, but it's probably worth itWhat maintenance does one have to do on the Superglide?

Do any of you use a Reese Sidewinder or Revolution? This system does away with the slider function.

I have the manual slider Reese in my 08 Chev with 6.5 ft box, and have never moved it to the rear manuver position with my earlier 28 ft or my current 32.5 ft fivers.

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kzspree320
Explorer
Mar 18, 2015
labren wrote:
A question regarding backing up with the super glide on an uphill and turning at the same time.....because of where I will park my 5th. Does the super glide go into slide motion if needed when backing up a hill, or only on more level roads?

Thanks

Any time you turn more than a minimal amount the hitch slides back. Uphill, downhill or level the cams that make it turn can't tell and so it turns. Hope this helps. I have a 2008 Ram 2500 CTD with 6'4" bed and like not having to worry about clearance. A few extra bucks but peace of mind.
labren
Explorer
Mar 18, 2015
A question regarding backing up with the super glide on an uphill and turning at the same time.....because of where I will park my 5th. Does the super glide go into slide motion if needed when backing up a hill, or only on more level roads?

Thanks
RollandB
Explorer
Mar 17, 2015
I made the change from manual slide to Superlide and am glad I did. I too was concerned about the perceived maintenance of using it. What I do is the day I am going to hook up is to spray the slide tubes with Slipplate then when backing to hook up, I'll get the pin about 6 inches from the hitch head, get out and spray the hitch plate with Wd40, then finishing connecting. A small price to pay for one of the best hitches. The downside is the spraying to connect, the good side, it does let you keep a better eye on your most important part of towing your 5er.
Cummins12V98
Explorer III
Mar 17, 2015
Adjust as needed.
labren
Explorer
Mar 17, 2015
NMDriver wrote:
I have a Reese manual slide and a 6.5 bed. I have never needed the slide. I have a 20 inch hitch extension on the pin box. That, functionally, moves my 5ers front edge back 14 inches further from the cab. That is the same distance my slider would move it if I used it instead.

I have passed 60 degrees with no cab contact. You will need to check with your manufacturer to see if a pin extension will work for your particular 5er, if you go that route.

A pin extension has no maintenance, but you do need to occasionally check to see that the bolts are still tight.

Just wondering what make of pin extension you have, brand name please. Thank you
Leonandlisa
Explorer
Mar 13, 2015
I would vote for an auto slider, here is my reasoning. When we travel in the same old spots I am careful not to get boxed into tight areas. When we are out exploring I have got into and with the auto-slider out of some tight areas. It mostly happens at gas stations or other stops that I am not familiar with.

If you travel in new areas you may appreciate the auto-slide, if you routinely go to the same spots you may be able to get used to where you can and can't go with ease.
Dave_H_M
Explorer II
Mar 12, 2015
Maybe Cougar has some data on hitch needs on their website. As I recall Laredo did.

I was surprised to see folks fessing up to owning a slider and never having to use it.

Just a thought on checking the web site. Super Slider folks are always looking for a chance to say how great they are. I won't deny that, but kinda like towing with a gasser - the diesel folks will always dog that idea.

So I thing super sliders are great, I just do not have or need one.

It is your call, good luck with it and have fun out there.
Mopar_Mudder
Explorer
Mar 11, 2015
labren wrote:
Yes sorry, the Cougar is a brand new purchase, sitting in my yard....that I cannot move because I have no hitch yet. I have heard of those that purchased an auto slide and then it never needs to be used. My box is a 6.2 ft and the Cougar is 30.2 ft 2015. It is difficult to say. Thanks for your comments.

An auto slider will always be used, as it auto slides and that is the beauty of it. Is it always needed? Well no, but that one time it is needed it is a god send. Also you can do a few thousand dollars with of damage in a split second when that fiver hits the back of the cab.

With my SuperGlide and my previous Highjacker I can go 90 deg and past with no problems.
jfskeet
Explorer
Mar 10, 2015
Another vote for the super glide. Very good well made hitch, Another thing is how quick and easy removal is. Nice to have a clean bed when you need to haul anything.
NMDriver
Explorer
Mar 09, 2015
I have a Reese manual slide and a 6.5 bed. I have never needed the slide. I have a 20 inch hitch extension on the pin box. That, functionally, moves my 5ers front edge back 14 inches further from the cab. That is the same distance my slider would move it if I used it instead.

I have passed 60 degrees with no cab contact. You will need to check with your manufacturer to see if a pin extension will work for your particular 5er, if you go that route.

A pin extension has no maintenance, but you do need to occasionally check to see that the bolts are still tight.