What's the learning curve like??
During the course of my "full-time RV retirement" project, I've immediately dismissed the notion of towing a travel trailer. The reason for this is that I've never towed ANYTHING in my 50 years on thi...
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In addition to the advice above, I highly recommend watching some Youtube videos on "how to back a trailer". There are many good ones out there.
backup cameras on the truck and on the trailer rear are helpful. But in any situation, the best recommendation is to get out and look for obstacles.
It's helpful to put markers down as targets. Put one where you want the back tire to be when you stop, and one down where you MUST stop the rear of the trailer, or to mark any obstacle such as a stump or post that is hard to see. Cone-type markers come in collapsible versions and are cheap.
A trailer + truck are the cheapest route to RV living. If you get a motor home of any size, you will need a tow-behind vehicle for daily driving, so you will still be towing something.
Practice in an empty parking lot, just driving around and backing. Then go to a non-busy secondary road. Gradually work your way up. 60 mph is a good safe towing speed, so don't be afraid to get in the right lane and stay there. You will be in smart company.
backup cameras on the truck and on the trailer rear are helpful. But in any situation, the best recommendation is to get out and look for obstacles.
It's helpful to put markers down as targets. Put one where you want the back tire to be when you stop, and one down where you MUST stop the rear of the trailer, or to mark any obstacle such as a stump or post that is hard to see. Cone-type markers come in collapsible versions and are cheap.
A trailer + truck are the cheapest route to RV living. If you get a motor home of any size, you will need a tow-behind vehicle for daily driving, so you will still be towing something.
Practice in an empty parking lot, just driving around and backing. Then go to a non-busy secondary road. Gradually work your way up. 60 mph is a good safe towing speed, so don't be afraid to get in the right lane and stay there. You will be in smart company.
