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Re: Andersen Aluminum GN vs rail version
Me Again wrote: I pick the whole thing RVK3270 B&W and Demco 6099 as a single item with a HF 800 lb electric host. Demco has designed the lock arms on both the Demco 6099(RAM) and 6175(Ford) to not be blocked by a hitch pinned to the picture frame. When we sold the house I mounted the host on a 4x4 post setup to still be able to pick it as a combined setup. That's pretty nifty. I have seen others do similarly and I have a similar setup for my hardtop on the jeep. My concern is do you leave it hanging above your vehicle when not in use?484Views0likes0CommentsRe: Andersen Aluminum GN vs rail version
cummins2014 wrote: Demco is okay, it has just one advantage over the Reese , you can release the locking handles with the hitch mounted, the Resse you cannot , the hitch is in the way of the handles. I modified my Reese adapter . With the modification I can release the locking handles, and remove hitch, and Reese adapter in one unit.... Can you elaborate on what you mean here? Are you saying that if I permanently attach the Andersen to the rail frame, that I can not quick release and remove it on the Reese? That I would have to uninstall the Andersen from the picture frame in order to release the handles? That seems to defeat the whole purpose of using the quick release adapter. What am I misunderstanding?484Views0likes0CommentsRe: Andersen Aluminum GN vs rail version
cummins2014 wrote: I would personally chose the rail mount over the gooseneck every time. I do have the factory prep, and never gave the gooseneck Andersen a thought over the rail mount. Just the chance of bed deflection would keep me away from the Aluminum Anderson gooseneck hitch. Which rail system do you use? one of the picture frame style? Are you able to unlatch and remove it with the Andersen permanently attached?484Views0likes0CommentsRe: Andersen Aluminum GN vs rail version
Cummins12V98 wrote: Simply get the Ford version of this and don't worry about it! Rock solid no question if it's hitched or not and can be locked! Clean bed and no worries of bed deflection or having a space saving folding hitch! I use mine with the TrailAir air bag TriGlide system, great combo. Thanks for the suggestion. While it is still an option to buy a more traditional hitch (since I don't have any hitch yet), I have essentially ruled out any of the heavier hitches for 2 reasons. I would like to keep my bed weight as low as possible to provide the greatest leeway for payload. I do not really have anyone else capable of helping me to install and remove the hitch and thus anything too bulky or heavy would be a no-go. I know that if I wait around long enough on these forums, someone will suggest the BD5 or the Demco auto slider or any number of other hitches that are either very highly rated, offer lots of cushion/features or are made for the Ford factory puck system. Like many of you likely did before your first purchase, I have been researching this for a very long time and I think I am going to try the Andersen first.484Views0likes0CommentsRe: Andersen Aluminum GN vs rail version
laknox wrote: Depends on whether you want a clean bed when the hitch is removed. GN gives you a clean bed; rails don't. If it doesn't matter, then go with what's easiest. Both options I am considering would leave me with a clean bed since even the rail version I would use the quick install/remove picture frame adapter to my OEM puck system484Views0likes0CommentsRe: Andersen Aluminum GN vs rail version
Durb wrote: If I recall, the AUH minimum height setting is rather high relative to other hitches. Add an adapter and you are getting up there. I would call Andersen and the adapter manufacturer to find out how tall the overall assembly would be and see if it would fit the height limitations of your truck/trailer. Don't forget about the thickness of your pin adapter. Don't want to start out self imposed nose high. The Aluminum (GN) version is 13" tall to the bottom of the ball and 16.5 to the top of the ball. Then adjustable to 17.625 and 18.75 The Steel (Rail) version is 12.5 tall to the bottom of the ball and 15.75 to the top of the ball. Then adjustable to 16.875 and 18.00 Add the thickness of rails and they are very similar.484Views0likes0CommentsAndersen Aluminum GN vs rail version
Hey everyone. I have been trying to make a call on which version of the Andersen to pick for towing my OR 5er that is due next month. I have a 2018 F350 with the factory puck system as well as the GN ball option. I see that I have 2 options... a) use the aluminum Andersen with the GN ball. This option would require that I use the torque wrench for the install each time we tow since I will not be leaving the hitch in the truck most of the time. Not a huge deal, but certainly something that requires a little attention. b) use the Reese picture frame adapter with the Andersen rail version. This option would allow me to permanently attach the Andersen to the picture frame and then quick install and remove the package when needed. I guess my questions are all circulating around the pros/cons of each option. Obviously the Aluminum/GN option will be lighter (~35#) while the other option would be slightly heavier (~100 = 50+50). But it sure seems to me that the second option would be drastically easier to deal with during install and removal. Anyone have any experience with both setups that might offer some comments?6.8KViews0likes54Comments
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