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04-19-2018, 01:57 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2018
Location: Garrett
Posts: 81
Indiana
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Andersen Ultimate Fifth Wheel Hitch? or NO!
I am brand new to Fifth wheel pulling. As a matter of fact, I haven't pulled yet. The Fifth wheel is purchased. We have an 2012 F350 DRW we are getting ready to finalize. NOW I am looking for the correct Fifth Wheel Hitch. I have seen some debate about this product, but really I think I am going to pull the string on it next week. It is rated for 24000 and 4500 pin weight. I like the low weight. BUT, value opinions especially those that have used it.
SO, let the flood gates begin!
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04-19-2018, 06:58 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: May 2013
Location: Cody
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Well, if you have the OEM hitch prep kit like I do in my F-450... I'm partial to the B&W Companion, which pops right into the 4 mounting holes in the bed.
That said... my friend has the Andersen set up in his Dodge RAM, and he loves it. Has worked flawlessly over the past 3 years for him with no issues whatsoever.
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2013 VOLTAGE 3200 (EPIC I & II)
2014 Ford F-450 PLATINUM
2018 BMW R1200GS RALLYE
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04-19-2018, 07:24 PM
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Member
Join Date: Oct 2015
Location: Springdale
Posts: 47
Arkansas
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I'm also a fan of the B&W companion in my 2011 F350.
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04-19-2018, 11:35 PM
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Member
Join Date: Nov 2013
Location: Hilton
Posts: 12
New York
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From what I've been able to gather from numerous discussions on several RV forums: Those who have them, love them; Those who have never had them, hate them.
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04-20-2018, 10:58 AM
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New Member
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: West Jordan
Posts: 7
Utah
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Andersen Hitch
I have one and it works very well. Smooth ride and have not regretted getting one. Cheaper than a regular set up and very convenient. I have never towed with a traditional hitch for comparison sake. I have the steel unit. One thing to remember is that you will be in and out of your truck bed torquing the bolts after initial hitch up. Works for me but if you can give both a try see which one suits you better.
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04-20-2018, 02:17 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2017
Location: Sanger
Posts: 376
Texas
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I prefer the Anderson over traditional if for no other reason the weight. I don't leave mine in the bed all the time and I have the light weight one. Back surgery in 2017 solidified my decision on that. Me or the boss can do it and the tightening is only done once when installed so no big deal. If you remove it yes you do have to torque down once again but the weight advantage is the main reason for me, hands down.
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2014 Voltage Epic 3990, 600AH LifeBlue, 1895W Solar, 3K Magnum w/AGS, 3X Micro-Air ES
2018 RAM 3500 Laramie Sport Crew Cab 6.7 Cummins, AISIN 4X4 DRW 4.10 Long Bed Dually
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04-23-2018, 01:56 AM
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New Member
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: Gravette
Posts: 5
Arkansas
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I have one and I am super happy with it. Low weight, easy install, low price, and Andersen customer service is great. Can't go wrong with it.
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04-23-2018, 04:08 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Mar 2014
Location: Canon City
Posts: 860
Colorado
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I'm a believer in Reese hitches and have the 30,000 lb installed in my Silverado DRW 1 ton.
Easy to lift out. I have a Highway Products aluminum bed, the hitch base is below the bed floor, with flaps that fold over when the hitch is out.
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04-30-2018, 01:53 AM
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New Member
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: Liberty Lake
Posts: 8
Washington
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I started with a Reese hitch when I had a Ford F-250 but switched to the Andersen hitch when I bought our Ram 2500. I’ll never go back. The Andersen hitch is the only way to go.
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Liberty Lake, WA
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04-30-2018, 03:14 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2018
Location: Garrett
Posts: 81
Indiana
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I have borrowed a Demco from a buddy to pick up the Fifth wheel. It was kind of a pain to use. Some of that was my inexperience. I am ordering the Andersen tomorrow.
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05-06-2018, 08:50 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Dec 2016
Location: Seffner
Posts: 174
Florida
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Rhoadzie
I have borrowed a Demco from a buddy to pick up the Fifth wheel. It was kind of a pain to use. Some of that was my inexperience. I am ordering the Andersen tomorrow.
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Love my Anderson... no complaints
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T/V: 2011 RAM 3500 DRW LONGHORN LARAMIE
FULLY DELETED AND H&S MINI MAXX, AFE INTAKE, 5" TURBO BACK
ANDERSON ULTIMATE FIFTH WHEEL CONECTION
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05-08-2018, 04:02 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Feb 2014
Location: Tucson
Posts: 872
Arizona
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It'll be a long time before I buy anything from Anderson
http://www.idahostatesman.com/news/l...208245619.html
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05-12-2018, 01:41 AM
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New Member
Join Date: Apr 2017
Location: West Jordan
Posts: 7
Utah
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Whoa... I remember that article. That poor guy got death threats. Guess he really loved his family. I think he paid to fix it but he makes a hell of a hitch.
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05-12-2018, 02:23 AM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2014
Location: Benton
Posts: 156
Tennessee
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I've had the B&W companion, Reese, and now the Andersen. My favorite by far is the Andersen mainly because of the weight since I remove my hitch a lot. No squeaks, rattles, or banging like with the traditional style Reese hitch. The Companion is also very quiet but a lot heavier. Also, I don't know if anyone else has this problem, but when I had my Companion, I wasn't able to use the teflon ring because there wasn't enough clearance. The jaws would not close because they were hitting the lip on the bottom of the pin. I had to use grease.
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06-10-2018, 05:37 AM
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Member
Join Date: Jun 2017
Location: Idaho
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Andersen is a superior product. I have no complaints.
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