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Txsurfer
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Jun 05, 2017

Will a FW back into the same spot as a similar sized BP?

I have a double driveway and live on a 2 lane road with basically no shoulder. I can back my 30' TT and 35' Boat into the drive without issue. I know a FW tracks differently while backing. I am curious if I would still be OK given the 2 lane road constraint? Considering about a 36' FW in the future.
  • OK - I was just worried about having to swing wider with my TV.
  • With some driver skill, 5th wheels can get many places that the equivalent tt can't get.
  • 5th wheel should be easier to back in as the pivot is over the pivot so to say
  • I have never seen a 5er have problems getting into any campsite, but I've seen lots of TT's struggle. I think the 5er will be much easier for you than the TT. When you first get the 5er, take it to a parking lot and practice a few times backing and turning before you get home. It will pay off big when you finally do get home.
  • Yes, if you can get a 35' boat trailer in there it will be easy to get a 36' 5th wheel backed in.