Airstream 5th Wheel hitch questions...

[Kismet]

I saw the post for the AS 5er last week in the classifieds and well...I'm buying it!!
I need to get a hitch put on my truck and I'm wondering if anybody knows what kind to get...are they universal or is one better than another??
I realize not many 5th wheelers here but maybe someone has had an SOB and has a suggestion. Wish me luck on this new adventure!

[overlander63]

If no one chimes in here, you may want to find a more-or-less local RV dealer, and ask what they would recomend. I would ask one of my 5'er neighbors, but they have all gone North for the Summer...

[Goin camping]

Great nab Kismet and welcome aboard.

Once it's in your hands post some pics.

[Bluebird]

Kismet:

Try the escapees forum as they have many members who tow with at 5th wheel. The link is Escapees Discussion Forum - Powered by eve community.

[Kismet]

Thanks, the goal is to fulltime, after fixing it up, never thought we'd find one of these!! Hope we're not getting in over our heads!
It needs tires right now...where do I ask who might know of an RV place in Rhode Island so I can get them to go to it and put some tires on...not too forum savvy....yet!
Thanks.

[REDNAX]

I see B&W recommended frequently, and vendor Ron (of Hensley) is naturally proud of their fifth wheel "TrailerSavr" hitch. That's where I'd start my comparisons and information gathering.

B&W Custom Truck Beds, Inc.

Trailer Hitches – Air Ride Trailer Hitch & Fifth Wheel Hitch

[Fiamma]

Oooh, congratulations, and do please post pics! It looks very nifty!