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meleavingsoon
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Jun 28, 2017

What is the distance from back of cab to center of hitch?

Hello everyone, I wasn't really sure where to post this question...hope it reaches the proper audience :) I am looking at installing a 5th wheel hitch on a MDT cab and chassis truck. Currently I...
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transamz9
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Jun 28, 2017
I ran my 2500 with the hitch 6" behind the axle with zero ill effects. It removed around 200-250lbs off of my front axle. I would say that 6-8" behind wouldn't cause you any issues. With that said you still will only be able to get by with maybe a 30" sleeper.

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