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Originally Posted by Lloyd
I'm looking at a new hitch and really don't know to much about any of them. I do know I want the jaw system rather then the sliding bar like I have now. Also a slider, and one that I can take out of the truck relatively easy so I have a full bed to use when not towing.
Right now I'm looking at the Reese select 16K. Does anybody use this particular Reese, or, does anybody have any other thoughts/ideas/brands?
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Lloyd,
I know your request is a few months old and not sure you've made a choice yet but here's a thread I posted on FTE, Ford Truck Enthusiasts. I didn't need a slider with my long bed but it was available used and for a good price.
See my thread below as It outlines my installation with a heavy duty bracket assembly. The guy I bought the Reese 16k unit from had two small L brackets welded to the frame to secure the rails. It didn't look very beefy and I felt I needed much more support.
I really like this hitch. The slider helps when maneuvering in tight spots and allows me to drop the tailgate and back in without having to raise it back up with the extra clearance.
I hope it helps.
http://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/10...-take-2-a.html
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Bob and Better Half
2007 F-250 PSD, SW, CC, LB, 2WD
2006 TF32SS Cross Terrain Toy Hauler (sold)
Reese 16k slider