Everyone pretty well sumes it up. You need to get a slider for your 16K reese hitch. We have the 2005 GMC with the standard (short) bed and we added the slider with our signature series 18K Reese hitch. So far I have not had to use it, but as some have said, there will be days getting out of some of the older campgrounds you will. Its peace of mind. Yes the automatic slider would be nice, but not necessary.
Ken and Velda
Mindy (Our spoiled cocker spaniel)
Dahlgren Va
2005 3475 Montana w/automatic satellite dome/dish
2005 2500HD GMC 4x4 Crewcab with Duramax/Allison and edge/attitude, 45 gal transfer flo tank, Air Lift air springs, and Doran tire pressure alert system.
