Handy Hints, Gadgets, Products & Gizmos
Another member suggested a new forum section with new products but it doesn't look like it will be feasible. So I thought I would post this here under General RVing Issues. If enough people post (even...
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Newebe 5er try tip;)
On your 5th wheel and attach a retractable tape measure to the side of your king pin hitch. When you uncouple, measure and write down the distance from the tape measure to the ground, then you level the trailer height. When getting ready to leave, pull down the tape measure to the height at which you uncoupled and raise the legs until you reach that distance. Then back the truck in and it is always at the perfect height. Takes the guess work out on king pin height and saves lots of time.
Also, paint a white strip on your truck mounted hitch and on the top of the king pin. Your then able to line up the hitch and king pin by using the rearview mirror. Between the ruler and the painted strip, you’ll be able to connect the truck and unit in one try!!! That is exceptional for me...prior to these simple additions I would in and out of the truck ensuring correct height and alignment maybe 4-6 times.
On your 5th wheel and attach a retractable tape measure to the side of your king pin hitch. When you uncouple, measure and write down the distance from the tape measure to the ground, then you level the trailer height. When getting ready to leave, pull down the tape measure to the height at which you uncoupled and raise the legs until you reach that distance. Then back the truck in and it is always at the perfect height. Takes the guess work out on king pin height and saves lots of time.
Also, paint a white strip on your truck mounted hitch and on the top of the king pin. Your then able to line up the hitch and king pin by using the rearview mirror. Between the ruler and the painted strip, you’ll be able to connect the truck and unit in one try!!! That is exceptional for me...prior to these simple additions I would in and out of the truck ensuring correct height and alignment maybe 4-6 times.
