Tandem or single axle
I'm currently downsizing from my fifth wheel and looking at TTs with 17 to 19 ft. floorplans (less than 23 ft. overall). Some of the models have single axles and others are tandem. Assuming that the ...
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As of now I have 4 trailers, 3 single axle and my dual axle TT .
I would like to have 4 tires on the ground while towing a TT .
Crosswinds and bow waves from overtaking trucks , seems to handle it better but that might be because of the WD hitch and sway bar, not really sure.
Dual axle : To support weight , to track straight that offers a little security over just 2 wheels. Think about a flat tire while in motion.
It seems to me that the single axle trailers i tow, jackknife faster than the dual axle while backing. Backing the dual axle, seems to take less effort.
just want to clarify. backing up a single axle seems more difficult with the more narrow bodied single axle. A full bodied TT should back up easily because you can see it in the mirrors. Tire scuffing while turning will be less with a single axle.
I would like to have 4 tires on the ground while towing a TT .
Crosswinds and bow waves from overtaking trucks , seems to handle it better but that might be because of the WD hitch and sway bar, not really sure.
Dual axle : To support weight , to track straight that offers a little security over just 2 wheels. Think about a flat tire while in motion.
It seems to me that the single axle trailers i tow, jackknife faster than the dual axle while backing. Backing the dual axle, seems to take less effort.
just want to clarify. backing up a single axle seems more difficult with the more narrow bodied single axle. A full bodied TT should back up easily because you can see it in the mirrors. Tire scuffing while turning will be less with a single axle.
