WITH RESPECT,
When one cranks a 5th wheel/travel trailer in a tight turn, the axles and tires are close together and do get out of line, sometimes 2 to 3 inches. An immense amount of torque is applied and could bend shackles and damage tires.
The same effect happens on class 8 semi's, heavy large water tenders, and fire trucks. Especially when backing up. Fifth wheel trailers can really be turned sharply and if one would stop during the sharp turn and get out and look, one would be surprised.
I chose the sub frame route. It seems to be the stoutest remedy for the trailer lift, IMHO. What someone else chooses, is their choice.
As far as owning a 4WD, we needed ours the past few days here in North Idaho. I do remember seeing a 2WD here last summer, but it was from SoCal. Heh Heh!
We'll see ya out there
