Options on hitching a 5th wheel
Currently have 2016 ram 3500 cc lb TD 4x4. Truck has no prep . What sort of options do I have? Do I need to know what specific trailer I'm hooking? I'm planning on a 5th in the 12,000-16000 gross rang...
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"I see you have the attached air compressor. I assume it is to air up the air bags in the hitch. I also understand the Hensley Trailer Saver has the option for an attached air compressor.
My Question: How often do the air bags need to be aired up? Is the air compressor "nice to have" or a "must have option"? "
I air up my TrailerSaver hitch at the beginning of the season and it is good to go until next season. I do have on board air as a result of my exhaust brake but have never used it. I could see airing the hitch up higher to give me an extra 1 1/2" of bed rail clearance should the going get rough. If a smooth tow is important and the OP is considering a TrailerSaver then I would suggest a tonneau cover. The hitch is too heavy to install each trip so mine sits in the bed all season. It's too expensive and looks too nice to expose to the elements and prying eyes when not being used. I use an Extang trifold that works well with long bed trucks.
My Question: How often do the air bags need to be aired up? Is the air compressor "nice to have" or a "must have option"? "
I air up my TrailerSaver hitch at the beginning of the season and it is good to go until next season. I do have on board air as a result of my exhaust brake but have never used it. I could see airing the hitch up higher to give me an extra 1 1/2" of bed rail clearance should the going get rough. If a smooth tow is important and the OP is considering a TrailerSaver then I would suggest a tonneau cover. The hitch is too heavy to install each trip so mine sits in the bed all season. It's too expensive and looks too nice to expose to the elements and prying eyes when not being used. I use an Extang trifold that works well with long bed trucks.
