5th wheel advice needed
Hello everyone! Long time lurker, finally joined! I have a 2003 Dodge Ram Cummins Diesel 2500 short bed quad cab. We currently tow a 29' Jayco Jayflight bunkhouse (about 7000 lbs dry, 8k +/- load...
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Kach wrote:
... but I think the additional maneuverability of a 5th wheel and having much of the length over the bed of the truck will help me get to more remote spots. Am I correct about this?
The extended "butt" length of my trailer is a particular concern, with both the swing and exit angles involved. Most 5th wheels of a similar length have the axles further back in relationship to the rear of the trailer, helping with these two factors.
I wouldn't count on better maneuverability with a 5er. When going forward the trailer tires will track inside your truck tires so you'll need to swing wider. When backing, a 5er takes somewhat longer to respond. Depending on the model, you may have less butt swing but it's certainly still something you need to watch out for. Also, you'll be much taller so you have to watch out for more tree limbs in those remote spots. Just a few thoughts.
