new to fifth wheel towing
We are about to become fifth wheel campers. Have always towed a bumper pull complete with the equalizer hitches and all the fun that goes with that style of hooking up. We are hoping that this will ...
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Thanks so much. The combined dry weight and capacity is 16500. We've heard that there is a distinct difference in the way you back between the TT and 5th wheel. I guess that skill will need to be worked on. We have also never had a dually, and I've already heard that curbs have been know to jump out and grab that outer wheel.
After 130,000 miles with a dually I can tell you with certainty that they are not a big deal. Go drive it 300 miles and in some traffic and you will be a pro. The truck is no longer than any non dually truck and no wider than the mirrors. Just be a little careful if you like 'drive throughs' or parking garages. Otherwise the stability is absolutely noticable over a single rear wheel truck especially towing. As to the fifth just remember that once it starts to turn in a backing situation it will turn faster than a travel trailer. Be ready for it, a big parking lot and an hour will get you familiar with it's characteristics.
On another subject I would invest in a bed saver (I think Blue Ox sell them) to keep the truck bed from damage should you have a senior moment and forget to hitch something. Saves lots of truck damage and down time.
