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Kfinnert · 07-09-2023, 11:03 AM

Welcome to the world of owning a 5th wheel RV. We love ours! May I share some thoughts from someone who has many miles under their belt towing 5th wheel and gooseneck trailers...?

When you install the airbags, be certain the trailer is sitting as level as possible when towing. I lowered my hitch in the bed of my truck to accomplish this! I run without airbags, but all is good with my tow vehicle - 2016 Dodge Ram. Nonetheless, I will install them prior to a log trip we have planned to smooth out the ride.

Second thought. Practice!!! The 5th wheel will turn a bit different and cheat on turns and corners. Many new owners to the 5th wheel group can share stories where they turned a bit short or failed to swing wide on a corner and bumped into something or had their trailer wheels go off the road!

Enjoy!!

07-09-2023, 11:03 AM	#14
Kfinnert Montana Fan Join Date: Dec 2022 Location: Union City Posts: 104 M.O.C. #32153	Welcome to the world of owning a 5th wheel RV. We love ours! May I share some thoughts from someone who has many miles under their belt towing 5th wheel and gooseneck trailers...? When you install the airbags, be certain the trailer is sitting as level as possible when towing. I lowered my hitch in the bed of my truck to accomplish this! I run without airbags, but all is good with my tow vehicle - 2016 Dodge Ram. Nonetheless, I will install them prior to a log trip we have planned to smooth out the ride. Second thought. Practice!!! The 5th wheel will turn a bit different and cheat on turns and corners. Many new owners to the 5th wheel group can share stories where they turned a bit short or failed to swing wide on a corner and bumped into something or had their trailer wheels go off the road! Enjoy!!