How level when towing

dryfly wrote:
I'm looking at a new 5th wheel to replace my current trailer. I did some frame work on my current trailer and got it perfectly level when hooked to my truck.

This is a 30 ft. trailer I'm looking at, and when measured from ground to frame, there is a 1 1/2 to 2" difference between the front and rear. The front being higher. Measurement made while trailer hooked up to truck. Bed rail clearance is great at about 8".

There is only 4 1/2" of wheel well clearance from top of tire so changing to 16" wheels won't work.

Is this difference enough to justify modifying the springs, hangers, etc? ? What is the max differential that is acceptable.

You could adjust your hitch or pin box to lower the nose, but you lose the bed clearance. Personally, I'd =much= rather have the 8" clearance and tow 2" nose high. I've never felt that my nose-high condition with both my FWs affected handling or chucking and, because we boondock, I =need= the clearance. If you have suspension spacers in your truck, they can be removed. If you feel you need to raise the FW, a Correct Track may be the easiest way to go. You gain 2" of lift =and= you get the ability to align your axles.

Lyle