SuperGlide slides on its own, but only when the hitch, mount, truck, trailer pin box, and capture plate are matched. Here is what Torklift Central checks first.
Short-bed truck owners know the moment: a tight turn into a fuel station or campsite, and the front corner of the fifth wheel swings toward the cab. PullRite's SuperGlide is designed for that exact problem. It is an automatically sliding fifth wheel hitch that moves the trailer connection rearward as the truck turns, without the driver stopping to flip a lever.
Torklift Central installs PullRite fifth wheel hitches, including SuperGlide models, at our Kent, WA facility for truck owners across Kent, Seattle, Tacoma, Puyallup, and the greater Seattle area. A SuperGlide installation asks more questions than a fixed hitch. The hitch series has to match the truck's mounting system, the model has to suit the bed and cab, and the trailer needs the correct Capture Plate on its pin box. Here is how those pieces fit together and what to confirm before you schedule.
How the SuperGlide Slides on Its Own
On a conventional fifth wheel hitch, the trailer's king pin rotates freely in the jaws. SuperGlide changes that relationship. A Capture Plate mounted to the trailer's pin box uses a wedge to keep the king pin from rotating in the hitch plate. When the truck turns, that rotation is transferred into the SuperGlide's mechanical cam assembly, which moves the hitch rearward along its rails and away from the cab. As the truck straightens out, the hitch returns toward its towing position.
PullRite's point of difference is automation. A manual slider asks the driver to unlock the hitch and move it back before a tight maneuver, then lock it forward again afterward. SuperGlide handles that movement through cam action during the turn itself.
Automatic does not mean unlimited. Slide travel varies by SuperGlide model, and the turning clearance a truck achieves depends on its bed length, cab, the trailer's front cap, the pin box, and hitch height. Drivers still need to watch the trailer in tight turns. A properly matched SuperGlide setup gives a short-bed truck more room to work with, without the extra step of moving the hitch by hand.
The Capture Plate Requirement
This is the detail most often missed when someone buys a SuperGlide on its own. PullRite's documentation states that the trailer's king pin box must be equipped with a Capture Plate for the SuperGlide's sliding mechanism to work. Without a capture plate, the automatic slide does not activate the way PullRite designed it.
The Capture Plate is the trailer side of the system, and it is commonly sold separately from the hitch. The right one depends on your pin box. PullRite offers QuickConnect plates designed for specific king pin box models, multi-fit plates for certain pin box families, and a universal Capture Plate kit for other applications. PullRite's selection process starts with the manufacturer name and model number on the pin box, then three measurements of the king pin plate: its side-to-side width, the distance from the leading edge of the king pin to the leading edge of the plate, and the plate's front-to-back length.
Before your appointment, photograph the pin box label and take those measurements. If the trailer already has a Capture Plate, a replacement pin box, or a cushioned or air-ride style pin box, tell us when you schedule. We do not guess at Capture Plate fitment. When the correct plate is not clear from the pin box information, we confirm it against PullRite's current fitment guidance before installation. We do recommend sending full views of the king pin box to confirm fitment prior to scheduling the appointment.
PullRite's owner documentation also places responsibility on the owner for adjusting the trailer's king pin box to achieve appropriate clearance. Our technicians review hitch height and clearance with you, and the trailer's pin box setup is part of that conversation.
Matching the SuperGlide Series to Your Truck’s Mounting System
SuperGlide is a product family with different mounting methods, and the series name tells you how the hitch attaches to the truck. Mixing them up is the fastest way to end up with a hitch that does not fit.
ISR Series SuperGlide. These models mount to compatible industry-standard rails. If your truck already has above-bed rails, an ISR SuperGlide may go right into them, but existing rails still need to be confirmed for pattern, brackets, hardware, condition, and rating. ISR models are also a natural path for owners moving up from a manual slider on rails.
OE Puck Series SuperGlide. These mount directly into a truck manufacturer's underbed factory puck system, using removable puck post assemblies so the hitch can come out of the bed. PullRite builds separate OE Puck models for different truck brands, so a model for Ford pucks is not the model for GM or Ram pucks. Some applications use a PullRite adapter rather than a direct-mount model, and we confirm which applies to your truck and model year.
SuperGlide models also come in different weight ratings. We confirm the rating of your exact model from its label and documentation rather than treating every SuperGlide the same.
Short Beds, Super-Short Beds, and Trailer Clearance
Bed length starts the SuperGlide conversation, but it does not finish it. Two trucks with the same bed length can need different answers because of cab configuration, hitch height, and the trailer they tow. When PullRite's technical support reviews clearance questions, it asks for the trailer width, the truck make and year, and how far the king pin sits from the trailer's leading edge. We look at the same details.
King pin location carries a lot of weight. PullRite notes that certain SuperGlide models are optimally designed for trailers whose king pin is even with or ahead of the trailer's leading edge, measured at the front corners. A recessed or extended pin box changes that geometry, and so does a wide or square-cornered front cap.
What Changes a SuperGlide Installation
Torklift Central follows the same core process for every fifth wheel installation: fitment review, mounting prep, hitch installation, and a final check of hitch operation, handle movement, mounting hardware, clearances, and wiring when included. A SuperGlide adds checkpoints. Our technicians verify that the hitch model, mounting system, truck, bed length, trailer, pin box, and Capture Plate all belong together, and installation follows PullRite's current instructions for the specific model. At pickup, our team walks you through coupling, the hitch handle, and how the slide behaves in a turn.
These factors have the biggest effect on time and cost:
- Whether the truck already has compatible pucks or industry-standard rails
- A new ISR rail kit or Traditional Series SuperRail installation
- Whether the application calls for a PullRite puck adapter
- The hitch model and short-bed or super-short-bed configuration
- Capture Plate selection
- In-bed trailer wiring, truck access, corrosion, and existing hardware condition
Contact Torklift Central directly for estimated quotes and installation times.
In-bed trailer wiring pairs well with a SuperGlide installation. It puts the trailer connection in the bed near the hitch, and our team tests it before you leave. Learn more about trailer wiring.
What to Confirm Before Your SuperGlide Installation Appointment
A SuperGlide appointment goes best when we can review the truck, hitch, and trailer before the day of installation. Gather these details first:
- Truck: year, make, model, bed length, cab configuration, and payload and towing figures from your door-jamb label and owner's manual.
- Mounting: factory puck system and brand if equipped, existing rails if equipped, and the mounting system you want.
- Hitch: the PullRite SuperGlide model or part number and rating if you already purchased one.
- Trailer: make, model, weight, pin weight, and trailer width.
- Pin box: manufacturer and model, photos of the label and king pin box, king pin plate measurements, and any Capture Plate already installed.
- Wiring: whether you want in-bed trailer wiring added.
| SuperGlide setup detail | Why it matters | What Torklift Central should verify | What the customer should bring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck bed length | Starts the clearance and model conversation | Bed length together with cab configuration and hitch height | Truck year, make, model, bed length, cab style |
| SuperGlide model | Slide travel, rating, and mounting method vary by model | The model matches the truck, bed, mount, and trailer | Part number and rating label, if already purchased |
| ISR rails | ISR models mount to industry-standard rails | Rail pattern, brackets, hardware, condition, and rating | Photos of the rails and the rail brand |
| OEM puck system | OE Puck models are specific to the truck brand | Puck brand, model year, and whether an adapter applies | Prep package information and bed photos |
| Trailer pin box | King pin location and pin box design affect clearance | King pin position relative to the trailer’s leading edge | Pin box make, model, photos, and trailer width |
| Capture Plate | Required for the automatic slide to activate | Plate matches the pin box model and measurements | Pin box label photo, plate measurements, current plate details |
| In-bed wiring | Clean trailer connection near the hitch | Connector location and a full function test | Whether wiring is wanted and the trailer connector type |
A sliding hitch changes clearance, not capacity. Installing a SuperGlide does not increase your truck's towing capacity, payload, GVWR, GAWR, or GCWR. The full setup has to stay within the truck manufacturer's limits and the ratings of the hitch, mounting system, trailer, pin weight, axles, tires, suspension, and accessories, with the lowest-rated component setting the limit.
Request a date through our scheduling form. Requested dates are not always immediately available, and our team confirms the appointment after reviewing your truck, hitch, and pin box details.
Key Takeaways
- PullRite's SuperGlide uses cam action to slide the hitch rearward automatically as the truck turns, then return toward the towing position as the truck straightens.
- A Capture Plate matched to your trailer's pin box is required for the automatic slide to work, and it is commonly sold separately.
- ISR, OE Puck, and Traditional/SuperRail SuperGlides mount in different ways. The series has to match your truck's mounting system.
- Bed length alone does not pick the hitch. Cab configuration, king pin location, trailer front shape, and the exact model all matter.
- Bring truck details, your SuperGlide part number, pin box make and model, and king pin plate measurements when you schedule.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I get a PullRite SuperGlide installed near Kent, WA?
Torklift Central at 315 Central Ave N in Kent installs PullRite fifth wheel hitches, including SuperGlide models, for truck owners throughout Kent, Seattle, Tacoma, Bellevue, and the greater Seattle area. Call 253-854-1832 or request a date online.
How does the PullRite SuperGlide work?
A Capture Plate on the trailer's pin box keeps the king pin from rotating in the hitch. As the truck turns, that rotation drives the SuperGlide's cam assembly, which slides the hitch rearward and away from the cab. As the truck straightens, the hitch returns toward its towing position.
Does SuperGlide require a Capture Plate?
Yes. PullRite requires a Capture Plate on the trailer's king pin box for the automatic slide to function. The correct plate depends on your pin box make, model, and king pin plate measurements.
Which SuperGlide fits my short-bed truck?
That depends on your truck's mounting system, bed length, cab configuration, and trailer. PullRite offers ISR, OE Puck, and Traditional Series models, including options for super-short beds. We review the full setup before recommending a model.
Can SuperGlide fit factory puck systems?
Yes, through PullRite's OE Puck Series. These models are specific to the truck brand's puck system, so the model has to match your truck and model year.
Can SuperGlide mount to industry-standard rails?
Yes. ISR Series SuperGlide models mount to compatible industry-standard rails. We confirm your existing rails are the right pattern, properly mounted, in good condition, and rated for your trailer.
Can Torklift Central install in-bed wiring with a SuperGlide?
Yes. In-bed trailer wiring is a common add-on. Our current typical range is 1 to 2 hours and $75 to $150, depending on the truck and wiring needs.
Does a SuperGlide increase my towing capacity?
No. A SuperGlide adds turning clearance. It does not change your truck's towing capacity, payload, or axle ratings, and the lowest-rated component in your setup still sets the limit.
Schedule PullRite SuperGlide Installation in Kent, WA
Our technicians install PullRite SuperGlide hitches, mounting systems, and in-bed wiring for short-bed truck owners across Kent and the greater Seattle area, with the truck, hitch, and pin box reviewed together before installation. Schedule PullRite SuperGlide installation or call 253-854-1832 for a truck-specific quote.