Hitching/Unhitching Checklist (Fifth Wheel)

[Snowman9000]

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]

+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]

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]

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]

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

[N-Trouble]

Why would you turn of the refer?

[Snowman9000]

Campinfan wrote:
I sent you one

It is just what I needed. Thank you.

[Campinfan]

I sent you one

[Snowman9000]

Thanks Barney. I have been here so long that I forget there are FAQs!

[BarneyS]

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]

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)