Anyone Tried the Ford PTBA?
I have seen the FORD Pro Trailer Backup Assist, any real world experience? Not sure I could let go of the steering wheel and trust the computer.
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mkirsch wrote:
I would challenge it to back up this little 4x8 enclosed trailer that I have.
The problem is being able to SEE the trailer to back it up. With the trailer straight behind you, it cannot be seen in the side view mirrors no matter where you adjust them. If you can see it in a sideview mirror, it is too late; you're jackknifed.
LOL! :B
I despised backing, our two horse trailer bumper Pull with our 79 Long Bed Clubcab F250! :S
It seemed as soon as the truck was in reverse the trailer was jackknifed!!! I at least could see the wheels in the mirrors.
With the 5er, it is as simple as placing my hand at the bottom of the steering wheel and pushing the direction I want the trailer wheels, or tail to go! I palm the wheel so as not to confuse with hand over hand movements. That is the same principle as PTBA, backing up with a trailer is not Rocket Science, but many equate it to it.
No I am NOT perfect, I do have those moments when it all seems to not work as planed.
