Fifth wheel hitch
I need some schooling on how to unhitch from fifth wheel toy hauler. I have a Reese 16k hitch and am having difficulty getting unhitched. Not exactly level, pin lip appears to be above jaws but leve...
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SledHedEd wrote:
I agree with shadows4, most likely operator error. That’s the same hitch I have and I always check to make sure the jaws are closed. Good idea on painting the jaws though, I think I will also do that.
We don’t paint....but not a bad idea. When connecting for departure, we raise front landing gear just off of the ground, applythe trailer brake, and try to pull forward. This serves two purposes....you verify a positive lock-up of the hitch “and” you test your trailer brakes. It’s nice to have both, when you’re towing! ;)
