New Truck so New Hitch???

Looks like they finally stepped up and made their hitches fit the RAM & Ford puck systems. Good quality hitch!

I use a BD3 with an adaptor for the inbed system. If you can lift the hitch , you can install it. Great hitch, great ride.

Cummins12V98 wrote:
Looks like they finally stepped up and made their hitches fit the RAM & Ford puck systems. Good quality hitch!

The website shows the BD5 fitting GM and Ford underbed systems. No mention of RAM.

OP, You will really enjoy a Trailer Saver hitch once you figure how to deal with their weight. They don't skimp on the steel.

We have had our BD3 for 4 years now and wouldn't be without it. It really does a great job with smoothing out the ride.

Is it better to have the airbag on the truck hitch than the trailer hitch? That looks like a heavy hitch. Have you considered a Flex Air pin box...... I've never towed with either.

Durb wrote:

Cummins12V98 wrote:
Looks like they finally stepped up and made their hitches fit the RAM & Ford puck systems. Good quality hitch!

The website shows the BD5 fitting GM and Ford underbed systems. No mention of RAM.

OP, You will really enjoy a Trailer Saver hitch once you figure how to deal with their weight. They don't skimp on the steel.

Interesting, I was repeating what someone axle mentioned. OK so they need to step it up for the RAM trucks !!!

4x4ord wrote:
Is it better to have the airbag on the truck hitch than the trailer hitch? That looks like a heavy hitch. Have you considered a Flex Air pin box...... I've never towed with either.

I will be honest I really don't think my 23K 5er would tow any differently if my air bag pinbox was a standard one. I think it's more important to have your tow vehicle equipped properly.

I don't think the Hensley would make my ride any better than what I already have.

Cummins12V98 wrote:


I will be honest I really don't think my 23K 5er would tow any differently if my air bag pinbox was a standard one. I think it's more important to have your tow vehicle equipped properly.

I don't think the Hensley would make my ride any better than what I already have.

I agree, with the air ride on your truck, and the great suspension system of your Suites, you likely would not notice a difference. Other's truck/FW, it could make a noticeable difference. My rig could ride better, with add ons, but works for me as is, for the miles I tow.

Jerry

I'm the OP so here's a little more info and another question.

I currently have a Hensley TS air hitch on my 2008 Ford F-450. It's one piece and weights about 350 pounds. The truck has air bags to help level the combo.

My new RV has the MorRyde pin box. Together I have a great ride and with the air bags, the combo is pretty level.

The new RV colors don't match the the old truck so "Wifee" said we need a new truck. Guys you know the old saying "If Wifee is not happy .......".

I know the new trucks have a higher bed and the 5th wheel prep option for the Ford has the 4 puck system. The Hensley BD5 has a great sub frame that fits perfect to the 4 puck system. Also, the hitch comes in 3 pieces so will be really easy to mount.

So now my only concern is the truck bed rail clearance. With my present setup and the 2" risers on my 2017 RV I have all of 7" of clearance. I hope I can get that with the new setup and still have the RV towing pretty level.

OK, so my question, you guys out there with late model Fords and Henley hitches, how much clearance do you have between the truck bed rails and the RV?

Thanks again for all your input.

^^^^^ set your bed clearance at 6-7" and see how the RV looks. It should be perfect!