Opinion needed if you've owned a TT and a FW
If you've owned a FW and a TT which one do you like better and why? In your opinion is one easier then the other to back up and hook up.
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Lauren wrote:
Trailering stability is a major. Less rock and roll. Storage space is another. Ease of setup and takedown. A 5er tracks behind you better on turning. All of the above were factors in our decision.
Backing up is more difficult with a 5er. I could back up my long ago 22' boat and drop it in when only inches to spare. This carried over to our travel trailers.
I have yet to remember that a 5er takes patience - not my long suit! You crank too hard or not give yourself enough "pull forward" to ease the turn and you will jackknife it sure as heck. Which is why I try and get pull thru spots whenever possible.
No question which way I would recommend - 5er. And we got a long bed truck (SRW) so I could put the infamous silver box for storage of tools and things right behind the cab.
Hmmm, that might be a hard sell for the husband. He is not horrible with back the TT only having it for a year. He isn't always great either. I was hoping the 5th wheel would be easier. I know people say it's different. Maybe if we decide to do this the RV Dealer would let him practice with a used one before we buy. We also have a long bed so we would still have some space. That was another reason my husband wasn't fond of the FW besides the price.
