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Curly2001
Explorer II
Sep 09, 2022

Observation--newer trucks tow fivers a bit nose high

Just came back from a 6,000 mile trip and noticed many of the newer pickups are towing fivers a bit nose high. I do the same due to the later model trucks being built that way. Just curious if anyone ...
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Cummins12V98
Explorer III
Sep 11, 2022
ford truck guy wrote:
^^^ to this point ^^^

I carry a folding step that I need to use to get my locking pin released when un hoking the fifth wheel... I'm 5'11"

Could possibly make it, but would struggle, I learnt to work smarter in my older age, thus the telescoping magnet to grab the pin, and the step to reach the pinhole.


Come out West and I will make you a proper step.

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