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Snowman9000
Explorer
Oct 16, 2017

Hitching/Unhitching Checklist (Fifth Wheel)

I would like to see some fiver checklists. I deleted mine because we had not had a fiver for a few years. Now we bought a used fiver for snowbird use. I used to love using the checklist for the hitching process because it was too easy to skip a step without it.

If you have an actual document file, if you can email me at squandering.aimlessly@gmail.com, that would be great! Or if you can point me to a post here, whatever, I'll be grateful. Or post it here. I did search but couldn't get it narrowed down to where I could find actual lists rather that mentions of using lists.
  • Edd505's avatar
    Edd505
    Explorer
    Oct 18, 2017
    +2 last walk around, checking windows, antenna, steps up, handle down, lights working, nothing left in sight.

    Quick light check during walk around: lights on, 4 ways activated; you can check all TV & 5W lights. Flashers check turn signals & brake circuits.
  • MarkTwain's avatar
    MarkTwain
    Explorer
    Oct 18, 2017
    BarneyS wrote:
    Although I don't own a 5er, one of our moderators, LLeopold, does and this is his checklist. It is almost identical to the one TT users use also and should give you some help.
    Barney

    "Checklist for Leaving Home/Breaking Camp
    Stow folding chairs & other outside items
    Dump & Reset black & grey tanks
    Drain/fill hoses stowed, caps on
    Pressure regulator stowed
    Furnace & A/C off
    Water heater off
    Secure all loose items
    Stow shower & bathroom supplies
    Empty & stow trashcans
    Turn off refrigerator
    Stow TV and TV shelf
    TV antenna down
    Secure all windows & ceiling vents
    Water pump off
    Cabinets closed & locked
    Retract slideout & install braces
    All lights & fans off
    Water bottle for truck
    Awning secured
    Electric disconnected & cords stowed
    Propane turned off
    CATV/Phone disconnected
    Wheels torqued to 110lbs
    Hitch locked & secure
    Jacks up & locked
    Chocks removed & stowed
    Lights & brakes checked
    Pull rig off levelers and stowed"
    Test brake action by using controller lever before hitting the highway. (added by BarneyS)


    Befgreat list. Just before I get into truck I do the "Australian walk around" or i walk completely around the outside of the RV checking everything one last time.
  • spud1957's avatar
    spud1957
    Explorer
    Oct 17, 2017
    N-Trouble wrote:
    Why would you turn of the refer?


    Some do it for peace of mind (fire). I don't. I think there are bigger risks driving down the road.
  • steveksfc's avatar
    steveksfc
    Explorer
    Oct 17, 2017
    Thanks Barney, I had one I made up for me so I didn't miss a step and lost it. This one covers everything. Thanks again
  • BarneyS's avatar
    BarneyS
    Explorer III
    Oct 16, 2017
    Snowman9000 wrote:
    Snip...I did search but couldn't get it narrowed down to where I could find actual lists rather that mentions of using lists.

    Check out the suggestions at our Forums FAQ. The #2 section called "Checklists & Procedures" will have several links to posts with good checklists you can look over.
    Barney
  • BarneyS's avatar
    BarneyS
    Explorer III
    Oct 16, 2017
    Although I don't own a 5er, one of our moderators, LLeopold, does and this is his checklist. It is almost identical to the one TT users use also and should give you some help.
    Barney

    "Checklist for Leaving Home/Breaking Camp
    Stow folding chairs & other outside items
    Dump & Reset black & grey tanks
    Drain/fill hoses stowed, caps on
    Pressure regulator stowed
    Furnace & A/C off
    Water heater off
    Secure all loose items
    Stow shower & bathroom supplies
    Empty & stow trashcans
    Turn off refrigerator
    Stow TV and TV shelf
    TV antenna down
    Secure all windows & ceiling vents
    Water pump off
    Cabinets closed & locked
    Retract slideout & install braces
    All lights & fans off
    Water bottle for truck
    Awning secured
    Electric disconnected & cords stowed
    Propane turned off
    CATV/Phone disconnected
    Wheels torqued to 110lbs
    Hitch locked & secure
    Jacks up & locked
    Chocks removed & stowed
    Lights & brakes checked
    Pull rig off levelers and stowed"
    Test brake action by using controller lever before hitting the highway. (added by BarneyS)

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