hi, never done the fifth wheel thing, so I need some information.

I have a 2006 2500HD 6.6duramax with the 6 speed ally, and I am thinking along the lines of getting an enclosed fifth wheel car hauler 24-36' long.

What are my options for the fold away ball style hitches that install in the bed?

I am leaning towards the fifth wheel instead of tag along, because it seems as if it's just the 'proper' thing to do.

I will be towing a 3200lb race car, or two if I go with the 36'.

I haven't noticed too many single car haulers available in 'fifth wheel' configuration... why not? It seems like a better set up all the way around.

tia

first off when you talk about length on a fifth wheel you count the total lenth of the trailer not like a tag behind where you only count the box. so a 24' fifth wheel will only be about 18-16' for a car to fit. second if you are talking about the type of hitch where a ball is mounted in your bed that would be a goose neck and there aren't mant car haulers that have that set up. the fifth wheel is like a semi with the big steel plate that not so easy to hide and a lot heavier when you want a quick disconect type to store away when not in use, but a fifth wheel is a far better way to tow (or goose neck)

I'd like to believe the reason for such few short 5th wheelers is the cost. Also when folks only need such a short trailer they get a tag because when they sell it they have more people interested in a tag over a 5th wheel. A tag would be cheaper and you could add the weight distribution hitch. Also with such a short trailer many don't see the benefits of going 5th wheel because the load isn't very heavy. I tow a enclosed vnose 30' and have a pair or 6k axles and will reach 10k to 12k in weight and don't have any issues with control of the vehicle due to the weight. If you get a 5th wheel, spend the money and get a pair of 6k axles, don't bother with the triple axles with less weight capacity. You will get 10 ply tires, 8 lug rims, and larger hubs. If the trailer gets to be longer then add the 3rd 6k axle.

I'd like to believe the reason for such few short 5th wheelers is the cost. Also when folks only need such a short trailer they get a tag because when they sell it they have more people interested in a tag over a 5th wheel. A tag would be cheaper and you could add the weight distribution hitch. Also with such a short trailer many don't see the benefits of going 5th wheel because the load isn't very heavy. I tow a enclosed vnose 30' and have a pair or 6k axles and will reach 10k to 12k in weight and don't have any issues with control of the vehicle due to the weight. If you get a 5th wheel, spend the money and get a pair of 6k axles, don't bother with the triple axles with less weight capacity. You will get 10 ply tires, 8 lug rims, and larger hubs. If the trailer gets to be longer then add the 3rd 6k axle.

thanks, that makes a lot of sense. It just seems like it would be the best way to go, and money isn't an issue for me... but I guess the resale arguement probably holds a lot of truth.

I was actually mistaken, I meant gooseneck, not fifth wheel.

Thanks for the replies, I need all the towing education that I can get!

Check your weights. GVWR and GCWR. If you get a 5th wheel, be very careful with the pin weight. Your truck can tow a house, but is weak on the ability to carry heavy pin weights. The max you can carry is on the sticker on the rear door pillar.

For a goose hitch you can't much better than a B&W, thry also make a 5er hitch attachment to go into the frame mounted part.

first off when you talk about length on a fifth wheel you count the total lenth of the trailer not like a tag behind where you only count the box. so a 24' fifth wheel will only be about 18-16' for a car to fit.

Yes, this is a good thing you need to remember. Your floor space on even a 36' 5th wheel isn't going to be enough to fit 2 cars unless they are Mini Poopers which wouldn't be weighing 3200lbs. -Mat-