Possible switch to 5th Wheel....Questions
Any thoughts are greatly appreciated...... Which 5th wheel hitch is the very best for strength and ease of use? I don't worry about cost when it comes to something this important. I want around ...
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donn0128 wrote:
Hitches are like trucks. Everyone has an opinion. Pulled with a Hijacker dual pivor to 11 years and it was never an issue. Dual pivot is what you want no matter what brand you pick.
All towable RVs except a select couple will have 2x2 sidewalls. So insulation is a mute point unless the mfg used spray foam insulation.
Cougar is a mid priced weekend RV brand. Lots of them on the road, so I guess their OK quality wise.
As far as better brands? Outdoor RV, and Northwood MFG, both family owned smaller mfgs that build on an in house frame instead of a Lippert product. Although recent reports of their quality slipping recently I would still place them near the top of my list to consider. Be aware, their built heavy, so a substsantial truck will be needed. You also need to understand towing a fiver is a different animal. With a fiver its all about your trucks load carrying capacity.
Not to stay "mute" on the moot point......insulation usually only a consideration if you want a 4-seasons 5th. They're all just fine! Note: Dual pane windows are an option worth the additional cost, and *do* improve insulating qualities and outdoor noise reduction.
The truck: *If* you stay with the size 5th you're considering, a 3/4 or 1T truck will be "substsantial" as well as substantial enough.
Hitches: Unlike moving from one brand of tow vehicle to a different brand (Ram to Chev, etc.), most hitch owners only have had one hitch, which (if they did their research) will be their "only" for a lot of years and may go along to their next tow vehicle - if they "upgrade".
My preference (after *my* research) was a PullRite SuperGlide for my short bed 1T (SRW) p/up. Happy with both for the last 13 years. I have had lots of RVs (and tow vehicles)over the years - but have had only one 5th and one hitch - so can't compare hitches.
(If it ain't broke, no need to fix it!)..:W
Decide on the brands and floor plans of the 5ths you like - then decide what you will tow it with, and the hitch that's right for you.
(Ignore salesperson's recommendations!)
Happy "shopping"..
:C
