Parking a 5th wheel in a tight driveway

[Txsurfer]

In theory if I can get a 30' BP in my drive way can I get a 35' 5th wheel in the same spot?

[Txsurfer]

Thank You in the end I have a friend with a 38' I can prob get him to come over with his for a test fit when the day comes.

[schlep1967]

Txsurfer wrote:
Sorry should have specified trying to keep it on the right side of the drive where it's all concrete.. not planning keep it there jus load/unload.

Going to the right side I think you will be fine. Especially if you are just doing it to unload. No need to get it in a perfect spot every time.

[Txsurfer]

Sorry should have specified trying to keep it on the right side of the drive where it's all concrete.. not planning keep it there jus load/unload.

[MFL]

Campinfan wrote:
You could also back in on the "blind side". Back from the right of your picture to the left. I have had to do that for a few years now but this year I trimmed some pine trees that line the driveway.

I agree with this. It is what I do, and I use the paint marks on the driveway as well. If you try backing in tight by the mail box, it is really going to stress your tires/suspension. Sure you can do it, but I wouldn't. IMO, it just works better to back/park across the driveway, in a narrow street maneuver.

Jerry

[Campinfan]

You could also back in on the "blind side". Back from the right of your picture to the left. I have had to do that for a few years now but this year I trimmed some pine trees that line the driveway.

[Txsurfer]

Agreed one person job and at least mine is flat

[5thwheeleroldma]

Agree w/mtofell1. Backing a trailer is a one person job. Just have to get out frequently and look for yourself. My wife and I drive each other crazy if she helps. We have a nice long, wide driveway, but it is around a corner, up a steep hill, and into a shed only about 4' wider than the trailer. Still stressful after 19 years.

[Ron3rd]

Txsurfer wrote:
In theory if I can get a 30' BP in my drive way can I get a 35' 5th wheel in the same spot?

Yes

[mtofell1]

Parking at home is honestly the biggest stress with my RV. I really don't worry too much once out on the road. After years of back in/out of the same spot with RVs of varying size I've finally got it down pretty good.

The best thing I ever did was to paint a few marks on the ground to give me something to aim at. I have a mark to shoot for as I'm crossing the sidewalk and another once I'm beside the house. It takes out all the guessing if I'm too close to the fence or not.

After having my wife try to be a spotter and watching you other folks in the campgrounds I've realized it's best as a 1 person job. I just stop, get out and evaluate often when in tight quarters. My main thing is to not be in a hurry at all.

[BarneyS]

Many campgrounds are tighter than that. I suspect you will have no problems.
Barney

[Txsurfer]

When I come with my boat I hug my mailbox and can effortlessly get it under my house. If I relocate my mailbox I could start the turn earlier.

[Txsurfer]

This is what I'm looking at. DW or driveway is 44' long

[korbe]

Txsurfer wrote:
...... DW is approx 20' wide. ....

Need to be a bit careful with the acronyms. Many around here would say that DW stands for Dear wife. :B :B

[Txsurfer]

I have a CTD so don't fret.. I have a boat on a trailer that is 34' hitch to outboard props and the tandem is farther back and I can make the turn. I can relocate my mailbox if need be as that is the only physical barrier as we have no curbs. DW is approx 20' wide. As far a s skill - i was backing 53'ers in shop bays with a forklift when I was 12 so I am competent.

Thanks to those who offered constructive advice