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RDSR6's avatar
RDSR6
Explorer
Feb 26, 2015

QUESTION FOR LONG TT OWNERS

I am considering buying a Shadow Cruiser 313BHS with an overall length of 35'5". I have towed car haulers and a 24' hybrid camper borrowed from a friend but never anything nearly this long. My TV is an F250 CC with a short bed so the overall length of my rig will be between 56-57' long. Obviously I would have to watch getting stuck in some tight places and be careful on some turns just like when pulling any trailer. My real question is how much trickier is it pulling/maneuvering the longer trailer compared to the shorter ones? Will it be a considerable difference in managing turns and backing into spots?

Thanks in advance for any input.
  • RDSR6's avatar
    RDSR6
    Explorer
    Feb 26, 2015
    Worse case scenario I can think of is getting on some small roads leading to a campground and having to make some tight turns. Does the overhang over the rear of the tires tend to swing wide enough to catch any obstacles? I would imagine a 90 degree right hand turn could cause some issues but I guess you just have to watch and if there is doubt find a new route.
  • fx2tom's avatar
    fx2tom
    Explorer
    Feb 26, 2015
    My TT and Truck combo is just about identical to yours. I fond it easier to maneuver than a shorter trailer, as long as you plan ahead.
  • Jack_Diane_Free's avatar
    Jack_Diane_Free
    Explorer
    Feb 26, 2015
    We have a 35ft TT with 20ft truck. No problems with turning, backing or getting gas. Enjoy.
  • jerem0621's avatar
    jerem0621
    Explorer II
    Feb 26, 2015
    My experience is with a 31.5 ft trailer. I never had a problem, and the view out of the rear view mirror is the same. No worries, you will be fine.

    Backing seems to be easier with a longer trailer. My FIL's 24 ft TT gave me more of a fit than my TT.

    Thanks!

    Jeremiah
  • Dog_Trainer's avatar
    Dog_Trainer
    Explorer
    Feb 26, 2015
    The OAL of my unit is 35' with the truck I am at about 55'. I think you have to look ahead when it comes to fuel etc.. and there are some campgrounds that you will be a bit long for. Beyond that I do not see a big difference. As far as backing up I think the longer trailer is easier than the short. You can turn pretty hard with the longer unit and push it into place. The short units tend to over correct when you push on them.
  • FrankShore's avatar
    FrankShore
    Explorer
    Feb 26, 2015
    Not much difference.

    One rule to remember and print it into your brain!

    Your pivot point are your rear tires on the rig. If they clear an object, you're good to turn

    Turn before that and you're in a world of hurt!

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