New trailer
Well, it's almost here. We pick up our new fifth wheel this Saturday. I've never towed one before but I'm sure I'll pick it up. I've towed regular trailers for a long time. Think my only issue will be...
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As already stated, a fiver cuts inside the truck rear tires more than a TT, so you need to wait as long as possible to start the turn, then turn as sharp as possible. Otherwise you will put the trailer tires into a curb or ditch or worse.
When backing into a spot, you will need to pull much further forward than you are used to as the king pin location means the fiver will require more distance to begin reacting.
When backing into a spot, you will need to pull much further forward than you are used to as the king pin location means the fiver will require more distance to begin reacting.
