PullRite Super rails vs Super brackets

[MojaveJoe]

Iam interested in your experiences with the Super Rail or Super Bracket mounting kits made by Pullrite.



The Super Rails are completely and easily removeable leaving a flat truck bed, but Iam concerned that having so many temporary/removeable connections in a hitch will eventually mean they will be loose.



On the other hand a full bolt in system like the Super Bracket install should keep everyhting tight for many miles.



Correct me if Iam wrong here. Still trying to decide which is the best hitch to buy for my 12K (GVW) Hitchhiker (on order).

Currently considering buying a 20. 5K Pullrite for that extra solid feel.



Any and all experiences or input appreciated.



Thanx... . from a soon to be Happy Camper

 

[Jumbo Jet]

I have had the Super Bracket with my Superglide since Dec. 2002. I have pulled my 9,000lb 5th wheel trailer almost 4800 miles. So far so good.



I was a little concerned about all the pieces required to assemble the unit. The fit is all real tight. I have to use a lever to disconnect the rail/bracket from the pins that go through the truck bed floor to the frame bracket. The locking pins have remained tight also.



A lot of those 4800 miles have been on some of the roughest roads in the country too - I40 across Arkansas and US71 through Missouri. Last trip was from Arkansas to South Dakota on US71 and I29.

 

[CharlieMiller]

I have the Super Rails with the 20. 5 k on my truck and love it. Easy to remove leaves the bed clear. The rails are tight and don't see anymore play in them any other hitch I've seen. Would I buy the same hitch again? Yes without any reservations. I don't think you will be disappointed.

 

[Fireman]

Joe,

This is the second set of Super Rails I have had, and I love 'em. No problems to report as yet, and they are stout.

When I remove them I throw a bed mat into the back of the truck to cover the holes and I have a regular truck again.

BTW the 20. 5 is a fine choice for your hitch, you wont be dissapointed.

Fireman

 

[boonsur]

How big are the holes?

Are the holes so big, you have to worry about stuff falling through, or just concerns about water, etc. from the road?



Does Pullrite offer plugs, maybe as an additional accessory? Could you use an electric panel cap, rubber plug, etc. ?

 

[Dean Upson]

I have the super brackets and like them. I have seen the super rails and they look nice. I mostly tow with my truck, so the rails in the truck bed don't present a problem. I can just cover with plywood and some spacers if I need the whole body (seldom). I do have the 20. 5K hitch and it is very well made, you could certainly get by with the 15K with what you are towing, I have seen the 15 K and it is a nice unit as well. If you are planning tp get a heavier trailer in the future I would get the 20. 5K, with the 12K trailer it is overkill IMO. Give PullRite a call +1 (877) 785-5748 and ask them, they are wonderful people to deal with.



Dean

 

[CharlieMiller]

No the holes aren't that big that you have to worry about things falling through or water coming up from the road. I don't see any reason that you can't find a plug somewhere to fit the holes if it was that bothersome.

 

[Dean Upson]

Try a body shop for the plugs.



Dean

 

[mconstable]

Ditto to everything said... It's a great hitch, a bit pricey though, but it's a beast. Super quick removal.

 

[Fireman]

Boonsur,



The holes aren't that large, maybe 1 1/8" dia. If you were to haul something fine or small like gravel, dirt, mulch, etc you would lose some through the holes. I like the bed mat for the protection it affords and it covers the holes.



Fireman

 

[MojaveJoe]

Gentlemen,

Thank you for your input. It is very reassuring to hear positive feedback about an accessory you are considering, and even more assuring to hear it from TDR members.

Iam almost sold on the super rails for my 20. 5 Pullrite.



Regards, and Happy Haulin

 

[CharlieMiller]

I picked mine up from Camper's Choice at the time best price around and only $25 shipping for hitch and rails. 800-833-6713 or www.camperschoice.com

Not associated with them just a "happy camper"

 

[DLBurns]

Pullrite hitches

Joe,

I just bought a Hitchhiker II 30. 5 RLBG LS and had the 15K Pullrite hitch installed. The hitch is solid and well built but I have been having a bear of a time getting that thing to lock and unlock around the king pin!

Tried silicone and WD-40 on everything, still doesn't want to lock up when I back into it. When I finally do get it locked it don't want to come un locked when I'm ready to unhitch.

I would take it back to the dealership but my last experience with them has left me with some serious doubts as to the the kind of customer service I can expect in the future.

 

[Dean Upson]

Buff,



You have to leave the king pin plate a little low and "ramp up" to hitch up the PullRite. When you unhitch you have to block the wheels or lock the trailer brakes, let the front jacks down so they just get a little weight on them (do not raise the trailer) and go forward just enough to take the pressure off the king pin, set your emergency brake, pull the release on the hitch. Then you just raise the trailer off the hitch and drive away. You ramp up onto the hitch so you won't hitch high and damage the clamping mechanism. If your dealer did not tell you all this or provide written instructions, I have them in a pdf and will send them to you if you give me your email or you can call PullRite and ask them. They can explain it better than I can. The hitch is very easy to use if you follow these instructions, if it is still hard to use, call PullRite. They are great people to deal with.



Dean

 

[mconstable]

Buff... Dean's right, the Pull-Rite works totally different than the Reese, the first time I was hitching, it was getting ugly between my girlfriend and I, as she was remembering the instructions better than I was, but I was refusing to listen, and being a know-it-all about the whole thing... needless to say, when I finally found the instructions,(printed right on the hitch, of course), I had to eat a lot of crow!!!! when you do it right, it's smooth as buttah!! good luck

 

[Casey Balvert]

Yeah, what Dean and Mike said. The tolerances are close on the Pullrite and if you follow the directions closely you will never have a problem. My 25. 5 was definitely overkill but will look great with that beast of a fiver that will be here before Labor Day. Oo.



Casey

 

[DLBurns]

Ramp Up

Dean & Mike,

Thanks for the replys... I have tried the ramp up thing... . all it seems to do is push the fiver back on the leveling legs!! Scares the %&%# out of the wife and doesn't make me to comfortable either. I have blocked the wheels on the fiver and tried it and it's a little better. The plate doesn't slide very well with just the teflon pad on it and I don't want to have to grease it up to make it work.

Unlocking the hitch seems much better with the wheels blocked and me pulling forward slightly to take the pressure off the locking mechanism.

I guess I just need more practice with it!!

Dean... I would sure appreciate that pdf file.

Thanks guys

Dave

 

[mconstable]

BUFF... Try pulling the handle out when unhitched, then try to trigger the lock by hitting the holder pin inside where the kingpin goes... it should snap right around, if not something's probably wrong... also, when hitching and unhitching, you don't want a lot of weight on your hitch, just enough to push on the hitch a bit... Good Luck!

 

[Dean Upson]

Buff,



I think you may be trying to ramp up too much. You just need to be a little low so that you will not hitch high up on the king pin. The flange on the bottom of the king pin triggers the release mechanism on the bottom of the clamp and that handle and clamp should slam shut like a bear trap.



Dean

 

[DLBurns]

locking trigger

"Quote" Try pulling the handle out when unhitched, then try to trigger the lock by hitting the holder pin inside where the kingpin goes... it should snap right around, if not something's probably wrong...



I have taken the hitch off the mount and sprayed the heck out of it with WD-40. To trigger the locking mechanism I use a long screwdriver and really have to push on it to get it to let go... it works, just not as simple as I thought it would be. Guess I'm just going to have to go camping more in order to get better at hitching

Thanks

Dave