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MFL
Feb 12, 2021Nomad II
While the terms manufacturers use, have changed, many still refer to short bed, long bed, when talking HD trucks. In reality, only the 1/2 ton trucks have short beds 5.5'. The 3/4 and 1 ton have standard and long beds. Since the Standard is by far the most popular currently, is the reason for the rounded fifth wheel caps, and usually a bit longer pin box, on the newer FWs. Imo, if you full time, you need the added space of a long bed. If you keep your truck at a residence, in a garage, a standard bed is best choice. If you think you need a sliding hitch for just in case, by all means get one!
Jerry
Jerry
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